ECIA is pleased to welcome Avnet’s Tony Roybal to its Board of Directors and Distributor Council. Tony is President, Avnet Americas, for Avnet, Inc., a global technology solutions company. He is responsible for the broadline electronic components distribution and value-add business in the Americas and leads the operational support teams in the region.
With 30 years of experience in the electronics industry, Tony has a track record of accelerating top and bottom-line growth. Prior to joining Avnet in July 2018, he worked at ON Semiconductor (formerly Motorola Semiconductor) for 24 years, with his last 12 years as the Vice President of the Americas.
“With Avnet’s commitment to accelerating the mutual success of our customers, suppliers and industry partners, I am pleased to rejoin the ECIA Board,” said Tony Roybal, president, Avnet Americas. “Avnet’s commitment and priorities align perfectly with ECIA’s mission of helping members improve their business performance while enhancing the industry’s overall opportunity for growth and profitability.”
ECIA’s Board comprises (4) manufacturers, (4) distributors, and (1) manufacturer representatives. Each is elected to (2) year term with a second (2) year term option. Board of Directors
The ECIA has three councils reporting directly to the Board of Directors. The Distributor, Manufacturer and Independent Manufacturers’ Reps Councils are made up of 12 members and have oversight responsibility for their specific priorities and agenda items. The council meetings are a forum for the groups to discuss their individual constituent needs and issues. All members are invited guests to the appropriate council meetings.
“I look forward to working with Tony in driving ECIA’s mission to Connect, Influence and Optimize,” commented David Loftus, ECIA President and CEO. “Tony’s background in distribution, coupled with years of experience on the supplier side with ON Semiconductor, gives him a broad perspective that will be invaluable as ECIA moves forward in 2021 and beyond.”
