TD SYNNEX has announced that Patrick Zammit will become CEO, succeeding Rich Hume, who will retire after a transformative tenure as CEO. Hume will remain on the TD SYNNEX board of directors. The leadership transition is effective Sept. 1.

"It has been the greatest privilege of my professional career to serve as CEO of TD SYNNEX," Hume said. "I am proud of the culture we have built, our partner-first focus and commitment to customer excellence, and the purpose-driven approach we have taken in our business. In this dynamic and ever-changing technology landscape, Patrick is the right leader to build on this foundation as we continue to deliver value to our customers and vendors across the ecosystem. Under his leadership, I am confident that TD SYNNEX will reach even greater heights."

Zammit, who has served as the company's COO since January 2024, brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of driving growth and operational excellence. He has been instrumental in coordinating the company's business strategy, driving profitable growth and accelerating the adoption of new, high-growth technologies around the globe. Zammit led the European region beginning in 2017, following Tech Data's acquisition of Avnet Technology Solutions. His role expanded in 2021 to include responsibilities for the APJ region. Zammit's tenure at Avnet, which began in 1993, saw him in various management roles, culminating as global president of the Technology Solutions Division, where Zammit served on its executive board. His earlier roles at Avnet included president of EMEA electronic marketing and European CFO.

"I am honored to succeed Rich and lead TD SYNNEX into its next chapter," Zammit said. "I look forward to building on the strong foundation we have established and driving forward our strategy and digitization road map to ensure we are constantly delivering the greatest value to our co-workers, partners, vendors and shareholders. Rich has been an outstanding leader and I look forward to continuing to work with him in his role on our board of directors."

Hume joined what was then Tech Data in 2016 as COO, taking over as CEO in 2018. During his tenure, Hume has helped lead the company through a period of significant growth and transformation, including the acquisition of Avnet TS, taking the company private in partnership with Apollo Asset Management and the successful merger of Tech Data and SYNNEX.

Under his leadership, TD SYNNEX has embraced a culture of servant leadership, focusing on empowering employees, fostering an inclusive environment and building a company with a purpose that extends beyond financial success.

The board of directors expressed its deep gratitude to Hume for his leadership and contributions to TD SYNNEX and extends its best wishes to him in his retirement.

"We are immensely grateful to Rich for his leadership,” said Ann Vezina, chair, TD SYNNEX Board of Directors. "His contributions have been pivotal in shaping the company's trajectory, and we look forward to his continued guidance on the board of directors. Under Patrick's leadership, TD SYNNEX will continue to thrive and set new benchmarks in the industry. His vision aligns perfectly with our core values and strategic goals, ensuring a seamless continuation of the innovative foundation that Rich has built."