Organization
Connecting the world with the power of technology.
Quietly taking the IT world by storm, Tech Data is now one of Florida’s largest companies, enjoying over $36 billion in annual sales. With a 44 year history of global acquisitions and expansions, the company has consistently positioned itself as a leader in technology distribution and solutions. By powering some of the best-known brands like Apple, IBM, and Hewlett Packard, Tech Data is a vital link in the IT channel. For the thirteenth consecutive year, the company has achieved a perfect score on the Corporate Equality Index and has been one of Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies” for nine years running. Led by a strong sense of values, Tech Data is also involved in many local charities including United Way Suncoast, Pace, Community Tampa Bay and Clothes to Kids.
Connecting the world with the power of technology.
Quietly taking the IT world by storm, Tech Data is now one of Florida’s largest companies, enjoying over $36 billion in annual sales. With a 44 year history of global acquisitions and expansions, the company has consistently positioned itself as a leader in technology distribution and solutions. By powering some of the best-known brands like Apple, IBM, and Hewlett Packard, Tech Data is a vital link in the IT channel. For the thirteenth consecutive year, the company has achieved a perfect score on the Corporate Equality Index and has been one of Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies” for nine years running. Led by a strong sense of values, Tech Data is also involved in many local charities including United Way Suncoast, Pace, Community Tampa Bay and Clothes to Kids.
Company Overview
Company Name
Tech Data
Year Established
1974
Number of Employees
15,000
Profile
As the world’s leading end-to-end technology distributor, we put singular focus on our customers’ needs and goals with the objectivity of a true strategic partner. With reach, capabilities, and resources that span the technology continuum, we are a vital link in the IT channel, delivering the insights and optimized solutions our channel partners depend on to compete in the market today, tomorrow and into the future.
Awards & Accolades
Ranked No. 107 on the Fortune 500® and has been named one of Fortune’s “World’s Most Admired Companies” for nine consecutive years.
Core values/mission statement
By providing channel partners with reach, efficiency, and expertise, we become essential in their ability to meet the evolving needs of the technology market through exceptional service, insight, and world-class execution.
Company Leadership
CEO
CEO, Effective June 2018 Formerly Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Hume joined the Company in March 2016. Prior to his appointment at the Company, Mr. Hume was employed for over thirty years at IBM. Most recently, from January 2015 to February 2016, Mr. Hume served as General Manager and Chief Operating Officer of Infrastructure and Outsourcing. Prior to that position, from January 2012 to January 2015, Mr. Hume served as General Manager, Europe where he led IBM's multi-brand European organization. From 2008 to 2011, Mr. Hume served as General Manager, Global Business Partners, directing the growth and channel development initiatives for IBM's Business Partner Channel. Mr. Hume holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Pennsylvania State University.
Executive Chairman of the Board
Executive Chairman of the Board, Former CEO Robert M. Dutkowsky has served as Tech Data’s chief executive officer and a member of the company’s Board of Directors since October 2006. Effective June 2018, he will become Executive Chairman of the Board. In his role as Chairman and CEO, Mr. Dutkowsky was responsible for the strategic direction of the company and oversaw all aspects of the company’s extensive worldwide technology distribution operations. He has more than 30 years of experience in the information technology industry, including senior executive positions in sales, marketing and channel distribution with leading manufacturers and software publishers IBM, EMC and J.D. Edwards.
