The following release regarding leadership changes was distributed on a national level and crossed the wire March 6, 2000 at 7:02 a.m. EST. If you have any questions regarding the release, please contact the Benjamin Group, 714-245-7500.
Thank You,
Ken Christensen
Benjamin Group/BSMG Worldwide
Ingram Micro Confirms President for U.S. Region
Kevin Murai Receives Promotion to Executive Vice President, Ingram Micro Inc.
And President, Ingram Micro U.S.
SANTA ANA, Calif., March 6 /PRNewswire/ -- Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE:IM)
, the world's largest wholesale provider of technology products and services, today announced that Kevin M. Murai, 36, has been named executive vice president of the company and president of its U.S. operating division. Murai was promoted from his current position as senior vice president of Ingram Micro Inc. and chief operating officer/acting president of Ingram Micro U.S.
"Kevin has proven that he can provide clear leadership for the U.S. organization," said Jerre L. Stead, chairman, Ingram Micro. "His experience managing the Canadian region, combined with his unflappable demeanor and clear understanding of the critical issues have enabled him to immediately gain the trust of associates to implement significant programs to enhance the U.S. operation."
"I commend this choice and support Kevin's leadership style," said Kent B. Foster, chief executive officer and president, Ingram Micro. "Kevin's approach in leading a team to build consensus and focus on delivering against clearly defined objectives will ultimately create an environment where people can reach their full potential."
During his 11-year tenure at Ingram Micro, Murai has held executive positions with increasing responsibilities in the areas of operations, information systems and customer support. He has achieved significant accomplishments, namely, to lead Ingram Micro Canada in reaching the number one market share position, increasing customer satisfaction and improving profitability.
About Ingram Micro Inc.
Operating in 34 countries, Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE:IM)
is the world's largest wholesale provider of technology products and services, with sales exceeding $28 billion in 1999. Ingram Micro's key business units deliver fulfillment and distribution, product acquisition and selection, supply-chain automation and programs, as well as eProcurement to more than 175,000 technology solution providers, manufacturers and businesses located in more than 100 countries. Ingram Micro is driving the evolution of wholesale distribution for the information technology industry and is the operations engine behind leading global e-businesses today. Ingram Micro can be found at www.ingrammicro.com.
Source: Ingram Micro Inc.
Contact: Jennifer Marchetta of Benjamin Group/BSMG Worldwide,
714-382-1403, jennifer_marchetta@benjamingroup.com, for Ingram Micro Inc.; or
Kimmerly Strohm, Media Relations of Ingram Micro Inc., 714-382-4400,
kim.strohm@ingrammicro.com
Website: http://www.ingrammicro.com/