Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. has announced Laura Blackmer, president, Dealer Sales, has received the 2024 Frank Award for “Best Female Executive.”

The Frank Awards recognize outstanding achievements and excellence in the independent dealer channel of the office technology industry. This is the eighth time Blackmer has received this distinction. Toni Gorveatt and Noah Maphis of Cobb Technologies presented the award to Blackmer during The Cannata Report’s annual gala on November 7.

“It was a delight to have again received this accolade, I am always humbled by this award since it is open to all dealers. I truly appreciate their support and have enjoyed my relationships within this community,” says Blackmer. “I am grateful to The Cannata Report for not only recognizing women in leadership roles with this award category, but also the importance they place on female executives through their Women Influencers program.”

“Laura Blackmer’s recognition as Best Female Executive reflects the deep respect and appreciation she has earned from dealers across the channel,” says CJ Cannata, president and CEO, The Cannata Report. “Her dedication, approachability and communication skills set her apart as one of the most highly esteemed leaders in the industry, and her multiple wins demonstrate her remarkable influence and unwavering commitment to dealer success.”

The Cannata Report’s annual gala raised funds for research led by Rena Feinman, associate member of the Center for Discovery and Innovation at Hackensack Meridian Health, seeking to improve response to anticancer therapies for breast cancer patients.