Robert Behn to Lead Tech Data's U.S. Networking Product Marketing Division
Posted on: Tuesday, 8 November 2005, 09:00 CST
Tech Data Corporation (NASDAQ:TECD), a leading IT products distributor, today named Robert Behn vice president, Product Marketing. In this role, reporting to Senior Vice President, U.S. Marketing Bob O'Malley, he will oversee the company's U.S. networking business including infrastructure hardware, wireless, security and IP telephony solutions.
Behn brings nearly two decades of industry experience to Tech Data. Most recently, Behn was director, Hi-Reliability Marketing for Arrow Electronics, a global electronic components and computer products distributor, where he led initiatives ranging from the company's Hi-Rel Connector Value-Add Assembly Program, End-of-Life Supply Assurance Program and specialized inside sales team. Other senior-level positions with Arrow included director, Product Management; director, Strategic Programs; and Segment Business director. Behn's background also includes sales management positions with Arrow and field sales experience with Hall-Mark Electronics Corp., which was later acquired by Avnet Inc. in 1993. A graduate of State University of New York at Buffalo, Behn earned a bachelor's degree in history.
"Bob's solid record within the technology distribution industry and familiarity with the channel makes him a great addition to the Tech Data team," noted O'Malley. "Bob's experience and personality will be an asset to both our vendors and reseller customers."
"Tech Data is a stand-out company that proves time and again it can evolve in step with market demand," said Behn. "I look forward to working closely with leading IT manufacturers in key market segments, like security and wireless technologies, to drive incremental business opportunities for our mutual customers."
About Tech Data
Founded in 1974, Tech Data Corporation (NASDAQ:TECD) is a leading distributor of IT products, with more than 90,000 customers in over 100 countries. The company's business model enables technology solution providers, manufacturers and publishers to cost-effectively sell to and support end users ranging from small-to-midsize businesses (SMB) to large enterprises. Ranked 110th on the FORTUNE 500(R), Tech Data generated $19.8 billion in sales for its fiscal year ended January 31, 2005. For more information, visit http://www.techdata.com.
Source: Business Wire
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