Avnet has appointed Gilles Beltran as president of Avnet EMEA. Currently president of Avnet Silica, one of Avnet's European divisions specializing in semiconductors, Gilles Beltran will succeed Slobodan Puljarevic and Mario Orlandi, who have co-led the EMEA region with distinction for seven years.
As President of EMEA, Gilles Beltran will oversee the presidents of the Avnet Abacus, EBV Elektronik, and Avnet Silica business units. Gilles Beltran joined Avnet Silica in 2002, bringing to this new role more than two decades of experience and specific company knowledge, including four years as President of Avnet Silica.
Phil Gallagher, CEO of Avnet, expressed his confidence in the appointment of Gilles Beltran: “Gilles’s extensive experience in electronic distribution and his deep understanding of Avnet’s internal processes make him the ideal candidate to lead Avnet EMEA toward new opportunities and continued success. His vision and passion are fundamental to our ongoing collaboration and growth in the region.”.
Gilles Beltran shared his enthusiasm for his new role: “I am very excited to take on the presidency of Avnet EMEA and join the Avnet executive management team. This is a fantastic opportunity to continue building on a solid foundation and lead our talented team towards new opportunities in EMEA.”.
Slobodan Puljarevic and Mario Orlandi will step down from their current roles at the end of fiscal year 2025, but will continue to report to Phil Gallagher and focus on global projects within Avnet. As Avnet enters this new phase, it remains committed to delivering excellence and fostering strong partnerships throughout the region.
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