Sparta businessman wins award

Matthew McQueeny, relationships and community lead at Konabos, has been named a Most Valuable Professional (MVP) in the Ambassador category by Sitecore, a global leader in end-to-end digital experience management software.

He was one of only 137 technology MVPs worldwide to be named a Sitecore MVP this year.This is his first Sitecore MVP award.

Now in its 17th year, the Sitecore MVP program recognizes professionals who share their knowledge and expertise to help others use Sitecore products.

The 241 MVPs were selected from more than 16,000 certified developers and more than 30,000 active community participants by a panel of Sitecore employees for the quality, quantity and impact of the contributions they made in 2022.

”We are proud to be able to boast about the many Sitecore MVPs on the Konabos team, but it’s not because we chase MVP awards,” said Dennis Augustine, a partner at the information-technology services and consulting company.

“It’s because we walk the talk when it comes to our ‘powered by community’ mission statement and attract people who share that mindset, which is what being a Sitecore MVP is all about.”

Dave O’Flanagan, Sitecore chief product officer, said, “We’re pleased that for the 17th time we’re honoring experts who have distinguished themselves through their technical acumen and dedication to helping others build great digital experiences.

“We continue to be impressed by the passion with which the MVPs share their professional and technical expertise and experience with customers and partners. They’re an invaluable asset to the global Sitecore community, and we’re truly grateful for their unique contributions.”

McQueeny graduated with an MBA from Rutgers Business School, with a dual concentration in entrepreneurship and leadership, in May.

Since 2011, he has lived in Sparta, with his wife, Melany, and two sons.

He is a member of the Sparta Education Foundation board of trustees.