Technology distributor Avnet Inc. (NYSE: AVT), Phoenix, AZ, has named Phillip Gallagher to the role of president of the company’s core distribution business. Gallagher will oversee the company’s core distribution business as well as its supplier relationships, global procurement, and supply chain solutions business.
Gallagher began his career with Avnet in 1983 and held executive leadership positions in sales, marketing and operations over his 30 year career with the company. Gallagher left Avnet in 2014 and was most recently president Americas sales and marketing for TTI.