Named to annual list for 10 consecutive years
Avnet,
Inc. (NYSE: AVT),
a leading global technology distributor, was named to FORTUNE magazine’s
“World’s Most Admired Companies” list for 2016 in the wholesalers:
electronics and office equipment category. FORTUNE continues to
recognize Avnet for its management and leadership in key areas, such as
investment value, financial strength, quality and social responsibility.
“Avnet’s recognition as one of FORTUNE magazine’s ‘World’s Most Admired
Companies’ for the tenth year is a testament to the commitment of our
global team,” said Rick
Hamada, chief executive officer, Avnet, Inc. “Our employees’
passion, expertise and ‘can do’ attitude have earned us a reputation for
excellence in customer service, innovation and quality. This continued
recognition by FORTUNE reflects our sustained focus on accelerating the
success of our customers, suppliers and shareholders through strategic
investments that drive long-term value creation.”
FORTUNE rankings are considered the “definitive report card on corporate
reputations,” and they are based on surveys completed by executives,
directors and analysts. Within the surveys, participants are asked to
rate companies in their industry based on specific criteria from
investment value to social responsibility.
To make the list a company’s score must rank in the top half of their
industry. For more information on the FORTUNE “Most Admired Companies,”
visit http://www.fortune.com.
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About Avnet, Inc.
From components to cloud and design to disposal, Avnet, Inc. (NYSE:AVT)
accelerates the success of customers who build, sell and use technology
globally by providing them with a comprehensive portfolio of innovative
products, services and solutions. Avnet is a Fortune 500 company with
revenues of $27.9 billion for the fiscal year 2015. For more
information, visit www.avnet.com.
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Marcia Chapman, +1-480-308-0284
mchapman@brodeur.com
or
Avnet, Inc.
Joal Redmond, +1-480-643-5528
Vice President, Public Relations
joal.redmond@avnet.com