Smith names Tony Chavez Vice President of Global Security. Tony will ensure the safety and security of all Smith employees, assets, and intellectual property I am excited to further strengthen Smith's supply chain security protocols and support the organization's resiliency efforts around the world." - Tony Chavez, Vice President of Global Security at Smith HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2026 / EINPresswire.com / - Smith, a leading global distributor of electronic components and semiconductors, today announces the appointment of Tony Chavez to the position of Vice President of Global Security. In this role, he will reinforce Smith's existing security infrastructure and further develop robust procedures to identify and protect against risks, threats, and vulnerabilities to the company's supply chain ecosystem. "As the global threat landscape evolves, Smith is proactively implementing strategies to protect our people and assets, ensuring we consistently deliver the leading-edge quality our customers expect," said Tony. "I am excited to further strengthen Smith's supply chain security protocols and support the organization's resiliency efforts around the world." Tony brings nineteen years of experience in the risk-management field, giving the company a new source of knowledge for global security. With new threats - both physical and virtual - rapidly arising, Smith is committed to constantly innovating to build the strongest security architecture possible. Under Tony's leadership, its global security team will monitor, investigate, and mitigate any potential threats, from bad actors in the cybersecurity space to unforeseeable natural disasters. Alongside external monitoring, the team will enhance Smith's existing training for all employees to align with its security-related certifications, such as CTPAT and TAPA. Tony will be conducting regular evaluations to update the company's security framework and align it with future growth plans. "Tony's vision for securing the assets of both Smith and its customers allows us to move forward with confidence knowing everything is protected to the highest degree," said Art Figueroa, Chief Operating Officer at Smith. "His approach to security and collaboration will help us enhance our best-in-class security framework to eliminate potential threats before they are realized." About Smith Founded in 1984, Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components. Smith's Intelligent Distribution(TM) model offers a comprehensive suite of flexible and scalable supply chain solutions to source, manage, test, and ship billions of components to partners worldwide in every industry and vertical. The company is backed by more than 25 certifications and accreditations and has developed and implemented sustainable practices that exceed industry and regulatory requirements. Building on its decades of market data, cutting-edge technology, and a systems-based approach to quality excellence, Smith generated more than USD $3.4 billion in global revenue in 2025 and ranks ninth among all global distributors. Visit www.smithweb.com to learn more. Rachel Goodell, Director of Marketing Smith +1 713-334-7115 email Today in Business here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. Today in Business do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.

Smith names Dan Kong Managing Director, Asia. June 26, 2026, 02:00 GMT Dan will expand the company's presence across the APAC region and drive further business growth As I step into this leadership role, I am grateful for the opportunity to continue to support our teams in both Hong Kong and Bangalore and drive strong performance across these high-growth markets." - Dan Kong, Managing Director, Asia at Smith HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2026 / EINPresswire.com / - Smith, a leading global distributor of electronic components and semiconductors, today announces the appointment of Dan Kong to the position of Managing Director, Asia. In this role, he will oversee the company's sales offices in Hong Kong and India while supporting its long-term strategy for expansion and business development in Southeast Asia. "We continue to see significant potential beyond our already developed footholds in Asia," said Dan. "As I step into this leadership role, I am grateful for the opportunity to continue to support our teams in both Hong Kong and Bangalore and drive strong performance across these high-growth markets." Dan joined Smith in 2001 as a Procurement Specialist and was named Assistant Sales Manager in 2006. He was promoted to General Manager in 2019, where he pushed himself to broaden his knowledge base across new and evolving markets. He has since taken on additional management and mentorship roles, helping traders grow their skills and develop new techniques for supporting their clients. "Dan is a patient teacher who is more than willing to share his knowledge while consistently supporting and guiding his team members," said Kent Pang, Chief Trading Officer at Smith. "Traders who work with him know they can trust his honesty, transparency, and professionalism. With his strong character and proven track record, Dan is well-equipped to serve our offices across Asia, and I look forward to seeing strong growth in India and Hong Kong with his support." About Smith Founded in 1984, Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components. Smith's Intelligent Distribution(TM) model offers a comprehensive suite of flexible and scalable supply chain solutions to source, manage, test, and ship billions of components to partners worldwide in every industry and vertical. The company is backed by more than 25 certifications and accreditations and has developed and implemented sustainable practices that exceed industry and regulatory requirements. Building on its decades of market data, cutting-edge technology, and a systems-based approach to quality excellence, Smith generated more than USD $3.4 billion in global revenue in 2025 and ranks ninth among all global distributors. Visit www.smithweb.com to learn more. Rachel Goodell, Director of Marketing Smith +1 713-334-7115 email us here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above. You just read: June 26, 2026, 02:00 GMT EIN Presswire's priority is author transparency. We do our best to weed out false and misleading content. The content above is the sole responsibility of the author who makes it available. If you have any complaints, kindly contact the author above. Rachel Goodell, Director of Marketing +1 713-334-7115

Smith names Kishore Gottumukkala Vice President of IT Engineering. Kishore will focus on enhancing Smith's technology stack and deployment infrastructure while driving advanced AI initiatives I am excited to lead its engineering organization as Today in Business modernize its processes to build and deploy software, strengthen its security posture, and enact initiatives that will shape Smith's future." - Kishore Gottumukkala, Vice President of IT Engineering at Smith HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, June 16, 2026 / EINPresswire.com / - Smith, a leading global distributor of electronic components and provider of custom supply chain and data center solutions, today announces the appointment of Kishore Gottumukkala to the role of Vice President of IT Engineering. In this role, he will focus on building up key elements of Smith's application-development system while embedding the highest levels of security throughout the company's technological infrastructure. "It is a privilege to take on this role at Smith," said Kishore. "I am excited to lead our engineering organization as we modernize our processes to build and deploy software, strengthen our security posture, and enact initiatives that will shape Smith's future." Kishore joined Smith in November 2013 as a Senior Project Delivery Lead and Business Analyst before being promoted to Director of IT in July 2018. As director, he led significant programs designed to bolster Smith's IT capabilities, both internally and externally, and advance business objectives. With the rise of AI across the semiconductor industry, Smith is undertaking initiatives to stay on the cutting edge while remaining steadfast in the company's data-security practices. During Kishore's tenure, Smith has continuously updated its IT protocols while also developing improved functionality to deliver additional value to its customers. "Kishore's vision for harnessing technology to drive Smith forward aligns perfectly with our long-term strategic goals," said Mike Mercado, Chief Information Officer at Smith. "His forward-thinking leadership and collaborative spirit encourage creativity, interdepartmental communication, and continuous learning, empowering our team members to effect change across the company. I am confident that, under his guidance, our IT engineers will continue to deliver the innovative solutions that set us apart in the industry." About Smith Founded in 1984, Smith is the leading independent distributor of electronic components. Smith's Intelligent Distribution(TM) model offers a comprehensive suite of flexible and scalable supply chain solutions to source, manage, test, and ship billions of components to partners worldwide in every industry and vertical. The company is backed by more than 25 certifications and accreditations and has developed and implemented sustainable practices that exceed industry and regulatory requirements. Building on its decades of market data, cutting-edge technology, and a systems-based approach to quality excellence, Smith generated more than USD $3.4 billion in global revenue in 2025 and ranks ninth among all global distributors. Visit www.smithweb.com to learn more. Rachel Goodell, Director of Marketing Smith +1 713-334-7115 email Today in Business here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. Today in Business do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.