04/06/2026
𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞. 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞.
Meet Kristine Cruz and Ruby Lyne Lamsen, two of our Zircon awardees for 2026—celebrating 10 years of leadership, growth, and impact at Ingram Micro.
“Watching my team succeed, gain confidence, and reach their own milestones is the most rewarding part of my journey.” – Kristine Cruz
“I look up to my mentors, leaders, and teammates who helped shape my journey and pushed me to become better.” – Ruby Lyne Lamsen
For Kristine, the past decade has been defined by growth—not just her own, but the success of the people around her. From discovering opportunities within the organization to leading teams through challenges, she has learned that great leadership starts with empowering others to reach their full potential.
For Ruby, the journey has been one of continuous learning and transformation. From mastering the fundamentals to guiding others and navigating complex situations, she has embraced every opportunity to grow while staying curious, consistent, and committed to improvement.
Together, their stories highlight the power of mentorship, teamwork, and believing in your potential. They remind us that success is built through the people who support us, challenge us, and inspire us to become better every day.