Welcome to the 2018 Power 50 list, which ranks the most influential people in the industry.

#43 Jill Albers

2017 Rank: 44
Industry Experience: 15 years

After an eight-year run as a business development exec at Shumsky (asi/326300), Albers left the Ohio-based distributor in mid-September. The announcement triggered a groundswell of interest, as no fewer than five Top 40 distributors actively pursued her for a lead sales role at their company. Wherever she lands, Albers brings with her rising influence scores and significant respect among industry leaders.

*At press time, Counselor learned that Albers accepted an offer to join Top 40 distributor BAMKO (asi/131431) as its Director of Client Success.