Bana Qashu Young, Ma
About Bana Qashu Young, Ma
Bana Qashu Young serves as the Vice President of Sales at AVANT Communications, where she has worked since 2023. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Communications from George Mason University and a Master's degree in Corporate Communications from West Virginia University, and has received multiple recognitions for her influence in the channel sales industry.
Work at AVANT Communications
Bana Qashu Young serves as the Vice President of Sales at AVANT Communications, a position she has held since 2023. Prior to this role, she worked at AVANT in various capacities, including Regional Vice President of Sales from 2018 to 2023 and Senior Partner Manager from 2016 to 2018. Her extensive experience at AVANT has contributed to her understanding of channel sales within the technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Bana Qashu Young earned her Bachelor's degree in Communications from George Mason University, studying from 1997 to 2002. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Corporate Communications from West Virginia University, where she studied from 2005 to 2007. Her educational background supports her expertise in marketing, communications, and sales strategies.
Professional Background
Bana Qashu Young has over a decade of experience in channel sales across various technology and service provider companies. Her career includes roles such as Regional Channel Manager at Birch Communications from 2013 to 2015 and National Channel Manager at Mitel for a brief period in 2016. Additionally, she founded The Meeting Yogi, where she served as an eRYT200 and RYT500 certified yoga instructor and Ayurveda Lifestyle Coach from 2011 to 2021.
Achievements and Recognition
Bana Qashu Young has been recognized multiple times by CRN as an influential woman of the channel, receiving this acknowledgment in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2023. She also received the 2018 Alliance of Channel Women ACT award, highlighting her contributions to the channel sales community and her leadership within the industry.
Community Involvement and Personal Philosophy
Bana Qashu Young balances her professional career with personal development, family, and community involvement. She is a certified Ayurveda Lifestyle Coach and a registered yoga teacher with the Yoga Alliance, holding eRYT200 and RYT500 certifications. Her professional philosophy emphasizes the importance of integrating personal growth with career achievements.