CEO of the Year in 2024, Street is recognized in 2025 at the 24th Annual APEX Awards for outstanding contributions to the tech industry
DENVER, CO – (February 24, 2025) – Pax8, the leading cloud commerce marketplace, is proud to announce that its founder, John Street, has been honored with the Bob Newman Lifetime Achievement Award by Colorado Technology Association (CTA) at the 24th Annual APEX Awards. This prestigious recognition highlights Street’s exceptional dedication, innovation, and impact on the tech industry in Colorado and beyond.
CTA is the leading tech organization in Colorado, supporting over 400 member organizations and 18,000 leaders. The organization brings the Colorado tech community together to explore emerging tech trends and celebrate the people and organizations driving the Colorado tech industry forward through its annual Colorado Tech Summit and APEX Awards. Its Bob Newman Lifetime Achievement Award is named for Colorado’s own Robert “Bob” Newman, a visionary technologist, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and founder of CTA, whose innovative work in computer programming and software development is widely celebrated.
About the award, CTA has said, “To receive the Bob Newman Lifetime Achievement Award is an honor in the technology community. It recognizes an exceptional individual who has made an impact in the tech community and the state with their outstanding achievements and commitment to furthering innovative technologies, as well as their support of Colorado Technology Association and its initiatives. This lifetime achievement award serves as a commemoration of the constant dedication this person has given to Colorado and the advancements of technology – a true asset to the community and an example of leadership and vision.”
Street’s remarkable journey in the technology sector is marked by numerous milestones. As the founder and first CEO of Pax8, he envisioned and created a revolutionary cloud marketplace model that has since significantly streamlined the way businesses manage cloud solutions. Under his leadership, Pax8 has grown from micro-startup, built from Street’s own kitchen table, into the leading cloud commerce marketplace with tens of thousands of managed service providers (MSPs) as partners, and empowering over 600,000 small-to-midsized businesses to leverage cloud technologies with unparalleled ease and efficiency.
Prior to the impact Street made in the tech industry with Pax8, he was already known for his disruptive technology that fueled growth and business prosperity with three other startups in his native Colorado including Telephone Express, USA.Net, and MX Logic. Adding to his in-state accolades over his career, Street was named CEO of the Year by the Colorado Technology Association in 2024, and he was given the Colorado Governor’s Citizenship Medal for Growth and Innovation in 2023.
In 2024, Street transitioned into his current role as Chairman of the Board for Pax8 from his 12-year post as CEO for the company. He recently became the Chairman of the Colorado Symphony Orchestra, returning to his roots as a musician. The Bob Newman Lifetime Achievement Award is a fitting representation of his enduring contributions to the tech community and his lifelong commitment to driving innovation and excellence.
“We are thrilled to present John Street with the Bob Newman Lifetime Achievement Award,” said Brittany Morris Saunders, President and CEO of Colorado Technology Association. “His visionary approach and unwavering dedication have not only propelled Pax8 to new heights but have also significantly advanced the tech ecosystem in Colorado.”
Street commented, “Receiving this award from an organization that plays such a vital role in our state’s tech community is an incredible honor. This recognition is a testament to the hard work and passion of the entire Pax8 team, and I am deeply humbled.”
About Pax8
Pax8 is the technology marketplace of the future, linking partners, vendors, and small to midsized businesses (SMBs) through AI-powered insights and comprehensive product support. With a global partner ecosystem of over 40,000 managed service providers, Pax8 empowers SMBs worldwide by providing software and services that unlock their growth potential and enhance their security. Committed to innovating cloud commerce at scale, Pax8 drives customer acquisition and solution consumption across its entire ecosystem.
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About Colorado Technology Association
Colorado Technology Association (CTA) is dedicated to creating and sustaining a vibrant, high-growth technology ecosystem in Colorado. CTA is the voice and champion for technology companies of all sizes. It provides a platform for networking, collaboration, and professional development, fostering a vibrant tech community in Colorado. The association supports initiatives that drive innovation, education, and industry growth.
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