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Smith to Showcase Leading Supply Chain Solutions at electronica Munich 2024

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3 hours ago

October 14, 2024

Smith, a leading global distributor of electronic components and semiconductors, today announces its exhibition at electronica Munich 2024, the world’s leading trade fair and conference for electronics. The event will take place from Tuesday, November 12, to Friday, November 15, at Messe München exhibition center in Munich, Germany.

HOUSTON, Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Smith, a leading global distributor of electronic components and semiconductors, today announces its exhibition at electronica Munich 2024, the world’s leading trade fair and conference for electronics. The event will take place from Tuesday, November 12, to Friday, November 15, at Messe München exhibition center in Munich, Germany.

“Our team of experts is excited to return to electronica Munich and share the many advancements we’ve made over the last two years with our global partners,” said Mark Bollinger, Smith’s Chief Globalization Officer.

Smith representatives will be available in Hall B5 at Booth 331 to highlight the company’s comprehensive and customizable supply chain solutions, in-depth market analyses, and systems-based approach to the quality excellence that Smith has been delivering to customers since 1984. Meetings with Smith personnel can be requested via Smith’s electronica page.

“Smith has been in the business of providing tailored solutions to the industry’s most complex supply chain challenges for more than 40 years,” said Mark Bollinger, Smith’s Chief Globalization Officer. “Our team of experts is excited to return to electronica Munich and share the many advancements we’ve made over the last two years with our global partners.”

Event Highlights

Visitors to Smith’s booth can also take part in some exciting events planned during the week:

40th Anniversary Celebration

On Wednesday, November 13, Smith will be hosting a birthday party to celebrate 40 years in business. Attendees are encouraged to stop by for a toast and sweet treat after lunch.

Podcast Day With Supply Chain Connect

On Thursday, November 14, Smith will be hosting a variety of activities at its booth from 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM in partnership with Supply Chain Connect. Team members from both organizations will engage with visitors, host an AirPods giveaway, and record a series of podcasts with Smith’s thought leaders, who will discuss a range of timely topics and key issues:

Todd Burke, President of Global Business Development, will explore the evolving role of the independent distributor and how Smith has positioned itself as a global leader for more than 40 years.Todd Snow, Vice President of Global Purchasing, will discuss solutions for excess inventory, including SmithTrade™, the company’s exclusive online marketplace for buying, bidding on, and selling excess inventory. He will also provide insights on expected market trends for 2025.Mark Bollinger, Chief Globalization Officer, will highlight the company’s long-standing commitment to sustainability––explaining how it drives Smith’s supply chain operations and why environmental conscientiousness is critical for partnerships in today’s business landscape.

WHAT: electronica Munich 2024
WHEN: Tuesday, November 12 – Friday, November 15
WHERE: Smith Exhibition Showcase – Hall B5, Booth 331
Messe München
Am Messesee 2
Munich, DE 81829
ONSITE CONTACT: Rich Witmer, Senior Director of Marketing, rwitmer@nfsmith.com.

For more information about Smith’s participation in electronica Munich 2024 or to schedule a meeting with company representatives, visit Smith’s electronica page.

About Smith
Founded in 1984, Smith is celebrating 40 years of Intelligent Distribution™. As a leading independent distributor of electronic components, Smith sources, manages, tests, and ships billions of components to partners worldwide in every industry and vertical. Offering a comprehensive suite of flexible and scalable supply chain solutions, Smith identifies and delivers customized service programs to support its customers’ success. The company’s expertise is backed by decades of market data, cutting-edge technology, and a systems-based approach to quality excellence. Smith has generated more than USD $12.9 billion in global revenue since 2019 and ranks eleventh among all global distributors. Visit http://www.smithweb.com to learn more.

Media Contact

Sara Tubbs, Smith, 713.430.2169, stubbs@nfsmith.com, smithweb.com

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Nelnet to Announce Third Quarter Results

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October 14, 2024

LINCOLN, Neb., Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Nelnet, Inc. (NYSE: NNI) today announced it will release earnings for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024, after the close of the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday, November 7, 2024. Upon release, additional earnings information will be available at www.nelnetinvestors.com.

Learn more about Nelnet at www.nelnetinc.com.

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Modine Announces New Chief Information Officer

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49 mins ago

October 14, 2024

RACINE, Wis., Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Modine (NYSE: MOD), a diversified global leader in thermal management technology and solutions, is pleased to announce that Dan Hedstrom has joined Modine as Chief Information Officer (CIO) effective today. He takes over from Steve Langer, current Vice President Information Technology, who has announced his plans to retire at the end of this year.

As CIO, Hedstrom will have responsibility for leading Modine’s global IT function and executing Modine’s digital strategy. He will focus on building business-aligned IT solutions that optimize performance, enhance productivity, and improve cyber security in alignment with overall corporate strategy.

Hedstrom comes to Modine from Cubic Corporation where he worked for 12 years in roles of increasing responsibility. In 2018, he was named Vice President and Chief Information Officer. Prior to that, he held senior roles leading enterprise infrastructure teams and has experience scaling IT systems to support growth. He has a bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from California Polytechnic State University.

“Dan’s strong track record as a technology leader will be an asset to Modine as we continue to execute on our global business strategies. We are pleased to welcome him to the team,” said Mick Lucareli, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. “I also would like to thank Steve Langer for his seven years of service at Modine and wish him well in retirement.”

About Modine
At Modine, we are Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. More than 11,000 employees are at work in every corner of the globe, delivering the solutions our customers need, where they need them. Our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments support our purpose by improving air quality, reducing energy and water consumption, lowering harmful emissions and enabling cleaner running vehicles and environmentally-friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit www.modine.com.

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Leading Creative Experience Agency DCG ONE Announces Acquisition of Cirangle Design

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49 mins ago

October 14, 2024

New acquisition will further expand DCG ONE’s direct marketing capabilities and provide incremental DM design support for its collective client base.

SEATTLE, Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — DCG ONE, one of the largest privately owned creative experience agencies and marketing services providers in the country is pleased to announce the acquisition of Cirangle Design. This strategic acquisition aligns with DCG ONE’s ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional direct marketing solutions for a wide range of DCG ONE enterprise clients.

Cirangle Design, a boutique direct marketing agency based in New Jersey, has a long track record of success with 20+ years developing an expertise and niche in the direct marketing design space, becoming an anchor DM agency for clients such as American Express.

“This acquisition opportunity allows us to expand our capabilities while maintaining the high standards of excellence our clients have come to expect from DCG ONE,” said Ben Allen, EVP and Managing Director at DCG ONE. “We are thrilled to integrate Cirangle Design’s expertise and high caliber work into our operations as we see continued growth within the direct mail vertical.”

This acquisition not only introduces a significant new body of work but also opens doors to other direct marketing clients looking for a more comprehensive solution to delivering successful campaigns. It represents a substantial opportunity for growth and strengthens DCG ONE’s position as a turnkey direct marketing partner – from initial creative concepts to print/mail execution and corresponding digital touchpoints.

Media Inquiries: Please contact: Kelcie Brewer // Kelcie.brewer@dcgone.com

About DCG ONE

Based in Seattle WA, DCG ONE has grown to become one of the largest privately held marketing services providers in the country. With locations in Seattle, Washington D.C. and New York City, DCG ONE services a variety of Fortune 500 companies and provides world-class marketing, technology, and business solutions, incorporating core competencies of print production to integrated fulfillment and data services to a full-service creative agency division.

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