Ingram Micro Associates Raise Record Funds at 17th Annual East Coast Charity Golf Tournament

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Ingram Micro Associates Raise Record Funds at 17th Annual East Coast Charity Golf Tournament

Aug 29, 2012 (Marketwire via COMTEX) --Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE: IM) and its associates once again showed their commitment to the local Buffalo community by raising more than $250,000 at the distributor's 17th Annual East Coast Charity Golf Tournament. The event, which benefitted five local charitable organizations, was held earlier this month at The Links at Ivy Ridge in Akron, N.Y. "Our annual golf tournament reflects on the longstanding Ingram Micro tradition of giving back to the communities in which we work and live," said Tom Bamrick, executive director, east and global sales, Ingram Micro North America. "The annual outing is a fun way to bring our associates and business partners together in support of local charities. When companies and communities work closely together for a good cause, it can have a huge impact, encouraging a spirit of wellness." With the help of Ingram Micro business partners and sponsors, the tournament awarded five local charities with donations ranging from $20,000 to $40,000. Those charities included: The Anthony V. Mannino Foundation will use the funds to financially assist young adults, ages 18-34, while they are undergoing cancer treatment.  Cradle Beach will use its donation to replace a company van that transports disabled children participating in their camps. Danceability will replace dance floors and purchase accessories for those in its "Sensory Rooms" program that serves both adults and children with special needs. Gerard Place will renovate its gymnasium to make it a safer place to have children participate in character building activities that are part of its housing program for homeless single parent families. Theatre of Youth will renovate its theatre and improve its sound system at the location where more than 50,000 children participate and see plays each year. The 2012 Ingram Micro East Coast Charity Golf Tournament drew 148 golfers, including Ingram Micro executives, associates, customers and vendors, as well as more than 50 associate volunteers. The event was sponsored by 35 of Ingram Micro's strategic vendors and manufacturers including Add-On Computer, Cisco, D-Link, Ergotron, HP, Intel, Juniper Networks, MaintenanceNet and Wells Fargo. Ingram Micro also held a silent auction to raise additional funds for the local charities. At the annual awards ceremony, Marty Battaglia, senior director of sales for Ingram Micro and the event organizer for the past seven years, praised the generosity of both Ingram Micro associates and the distributor's vendor partners, who together have raised more than $1 million for local Buffalo charities over the past few years. "Ingram Micro and its associates take great pride in being a part of the Buffalo community and are honored to help our local charities make a difference in the lives of those in need," says Battaglia. For more information about Ingram Micro's community relations activities, visit the company'sCorporate Social Responsibility page. More information about Ingram Micro is available at www.ingrammicro.com. To learn, see and hear more about Ingram Micro online, follow the distributor on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/IngramMicro; Twitter at www.twitter.com/IngramMicroInc; and YouTube athttp://www.youtube.com/user/ingrammicroinc. About Ingram Micro Inc. As a vital link in the technology value chain, Ingram Micro creates sales and profitability opportunities for vendors and resellers through unique marketing programs, outsourced logistics, technical and financial support, managed and cloud-based services, and product aggregation and distribution. The company is the only global broad-based IT distributor, serving more than 145 countries on six continents with the world's most comprehensive portfolio of IT products and services. Visit www.ingrammicro.com.

Ingram Micro Enables U.S. Channel Partners' Growth Initiatives With Increases in Credit Limits

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Ingram Micro Enables U.S. Channel Partners' Growth Initiatives With Increases in Credit Limits

Aug 28, 2012 (Marketwire via COMTEX) --Leveraging the expertise of its credit analysts and propensity studies developed by its Business Intelligence Center (BIC), Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE:IM) today announced it's helping its U.S.-based channel partners drive growth in the SMB and consumer electronics markets by increasing the credit lines of more than 680 pre-qualified U.S.-based solution providers and managed service providers (MSPs). Collectively the increases account for more than $8 million in available credit and were awarded to a select group of more than 500 pre-qualified channel partners who primarily sell to small and mid-size businesses (SMBs), as well as 175 high-potential channel partners focused on the consumer electronics (CE) space. The chosen partners were identified through a collaborative and thorough vetting process conducted by Ingram Micro's credit analysts, BIC team and sales. "Gaining access to working capital is a challenge for many channel partners -- especially those who are focused on meeting the business technology needs of today's growing SMBs," says Jamie Ferullo, director of sales, SMB, Ingram Micro U.S. "By identifying high-potential partners and extending them greater credit limits, we're helping to remove one of the biggest barriers to earning new and incremental business, and further enabling their success." Within the first few weeks of receiving increases to their credit lines, hundreds of Ingram Micro channel partners have experienced increases in revenue growth and expansion in their sales pipelines. "We had a very large project that needed to be financed and rolled out within a short period of time," says leading system integrator Brian Hogan, president of New England Systems and Software. "The willingness of Ingram Micro and its credit team to work with us helped immensely, and the increased credit line and short approval time allowed us to meet our schedule and come in on budget." Craig Raubenheimer, owner of Boston-based MSP Roan Solutions Inc., also reports immediate gains from the recent Ingram Micro credit limits, and calls Ingram Micro a strategic business partner who understands the needs of his business, and knows what it takes to help his business grow. "By automatically increasing our credit lines, Ingram Micro has opened the door to new sales opportunities that are having a direct and positive impact on our business revenues, and certainly positions us to better meet the financial needs of our customers moving forward," says Raubenheimer. In addition to increasing the credit lines for hundreds of SMB and CE-focused partners, Ingram Micro continues to invest in its team of credit analysts. All Ingram Micro channel partners in the U.S. have a dedicated Ingram Micro credit analyst to support their business. Ingram Micro Credit Analysts understand the industry landscape and have a proven track record for consulting with channel partners to identify the best financing options and secure additional credit as needed. "Growing a business is no easy task," says David Maffucci, president and director of technology for Visionary Computer, an Apple Specialist and Premium Service Provider located in Connecticut who has nearly doubled its sales in the last 12 months. "We needed to identify flexible financing options and get a dramatic increase in our available credit, fast. Thanks to the ongoing support from Ingram Micro and the recent increase to our credit line, we now have the purchasing power and resources a small business like ours needs to prosper and succeed." Channel partners who are interested in speaking to an Ingram Micro credit analyst and want to learn more about the financing options available to them should contact their Ingram Micro sales representative, dedicated credit analyst or the Ingram Micro credit department at (716) 616-4000. More information about Ingram Micro is available at www.ingrammicro.com andhttp://ingrammicroinc.wordpress.com. To learn, see and hear more about Ingram Micro online, follow the distributor on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/IngramMicro; Twitter at www.twitter.com/IngramMicroInc; and YouTube athttp://www.youtube.com/user/ingrammicroinc. About Ingram Micro Inc. As a vital link in the technology value chain, Ingram Micro creates sales and profitability opportunities for vendors and resellers through unique marketing programs, outsourced logistics, technical and financial support, managed and cloud-based services, and product aggregation and distribution. The company is the only global broad-based IT distributor, serving more than 145 countries on six continents with the world's most comprehensive portfolio of IT products and services. Visit www.ingrammicro.com.

Flextronics CFO and EVP Paul Read Elected to Ingram Micro Board of Directors

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Flextronics CFO and EVP Paul Read Elected to Ingram Micro Board of Directors

SANTA ANA, Calif., Aug. 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE: IM), the world's largest technology distributor and supply-chain services provider, today announced that its board of directors elected Paul Read, chief financial officer and executive vice president for Flextronics, to serve as an independent director, and appointed him to serve as a member of the Audit and the Human Resources Committees, all effective Sept. 1, 2012. The election of Read increases the Ingram Micro board of directors from 10 to 11."We welcome Paul to the board," said Dale R. Laurance, chairman of the board, Ingram Micro Inc. "Ingram Micro will benefit from his many years of hands-on, executive level financial experience, as well as his valuable perspective on successfully operating a complex global organization. We look forward to Paul's contribution."Read, 46, has served as chief financial officer and executive vice president for Flextronics sinceJune 30, 2008. Previously he served as the company's executive vice president of Finance for Worldwide Operations. Flextronics is a $30 billion, industry-leading, Fortune Global 500 electronics manufacturing services provider with more than 200,000 employees and operations in 30 countries. Read's financial management and operations background includes increasingly important roles at Flextronics where he has led many critical initiatives that include serving as the lead executive responsible for the integration of the Solectron acquisition. Prior to joiningFlextronics in 1995, he held various senior financial positions in the United Kingdom with Allied Steel and Wire, STI Telecommunications and Associated British Foods.Read graduated from the University of Wales as a qualified Chartered Management Accountant. About Ingram Micro Inc. As a vital link in the technology value chain, Ingram Micro creates sales and profitability opportunities for vendors and resellers through unique marketing programs, outsourced logistics, technical and financial support, managed and cloud-based services, and product aggregation and distribution. The company is the only global broad-based IT distributor, serving 145 countries on six continents with the world's most comprehensive portfolio of IT products and services. Visit www.ingrammicro.com.

Ingram Micro Enhances Retail Portfolio With Additional Support for BrandSource Dealers Nationally, Data Analytics and Market Intelligence Services

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Ingram Micro Enhances Retail Portfolio With Additional Support for BrandSource Dealers Nationally, Data Analytics and Market Intelligence Services

Aug 28, 2012 (Marketwire via COMTEX) --BRANDSOURCE NATIONAL CONVENTION & EXPO - Setting a new standard of excellence in distribution and logistics services, Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE: IM) today announced it is expanding its retail support model to include national warehouse presence for white goods and consumer electronics. Additionally, the global distributor is enhancing its retail-focused, business enablement portfolio with the addition of two game-changing customer service capabilities: data analytics and market intelligence services. Powered by Ingram Micro's Business Intelligence Center (BIC), the new and highly customized data analytics and market intelligence services are readily available to retailers and e-tailers in the U.S. and will be spotlighted this week at the 2012 BrandSource National Convention and Expo taking place in Las Vegas. Since 2011, Ingram Micro has served as the distribution partner of choice for BrandSource, helping the retailer optimize its business model while leveraging its BIC to identify and engage prospective buyers and develop more effective marketing campaigns. Ingram Micro also plays a critical role in the ongoing development, management and expansion of the BrandSource Dealer Network. "From day one, Ingram Micro demonstrated to us why they are the world's leading technology distributor and retail distribution partner," says Bob Lawrence, CEO of BrandSource. "Together, we've strengthened the BrandSource supply chain, optimized our business model and notably increased the value and service we bring to the 4,000-plus members of the BrandSource Dealer Network." "BrandSource has been, and continues to be, a strategic relationship for Ingram Micro as we expand our retail support model to the independent dealer channel," says Keith Bradley, president, Ingram Micro North America. "Coupling the key strengths of BrandSource, such as the company's close relationship with its members and suite of exclusive support services designed to maximize the profitability of the independent dealer, with Ingram Micro's logistical and analytic capabilities, creates a comprehensive best-in-class fulfillment solution that will continue to lead the marketplace." Additional services available to Ingram Micro retail and e-tail customers and channel partners in the U.S. include sales, marketing and technical support, as well as credit, leasing and financial services. Ingram Micro is the only technology distributor with a proven track record for servicing the business needs of brand name technology, consumer electronics and white goods manufacturers. "Ingram Micro is the fulfillment partner of choice for retailers and manufacturers that are looking to gain a competitive business advantage and truly differentiate on service excellence," says Brian Wiser, senior vice president, Specialty Solutions Division, Ingram Micro North America. "The business insight, market precision and overall advantage customers such as BrandSource gain by leveraging all Ingram Micro has to offer is second to none and truly represents a value they simply can't get from any other distributor." Ingram Micro's booth number at the BrandSource Convention is F7, which is located within the Forum Ballroom at Caesars Palace Convention Center. Retailers and e-tailers are encouraged to stop by the Ingram Micro booth for more information about these new retail-focused business enablement services. More information about Ingram Micro is available at http://ctt.marketwire.com/?release=924344&id=1958512&type=1&url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.ingrammicro.com%2f andhttp://ctt.marketwire.com/?release=924344&id=1958515&type=1&url=http%3a%2f%2fingrammicroinc.wordpress.com%2f. To learn, see and hear more about Ingram Micro online, follow the distributor on Facebook athttp://ctt.marketwire.com/?release=924344&id=1958518&type=1&url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.facebook.com%2fIngramMicro; Twitter athttp://ctt.marketwire.com/?release=924344&id=1958521&type=1&url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.twitter.com%2fIngramMicroInc; and YouTube at http://ctt.marketwire.com/?release=924344&id=1958524&type=1&url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.youtube.com%2fuser%2fingrammicroinc. About Ingram Micro Inc. As a vital link in the technology value chain, Ingram Micro creates sales and profitability opportunities for vendors and resellers through unique marketing programs, outsourced logistics, technical and financial support, managed and cloud-based services, and product aggregation and distribution. The company is the only global broad-based IT distributor, serving more than 145 countries on six continents with the world's most comprehensive portfolio of IT products and services. Visit http://ctt.marketwire.com/?release=924344&id=1958527&type=1&url=http%3a%2f%2fwww.ingrammicro.com%2f.

Ingram Micro Executive to Present at Upcoming Investor Event

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Ingram Micro Executive to Present at Upcoming Investor Event

Aug 24, 2012 (Marketwire via COMTEX) --Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE: IM), the world's largest technology distributor and supply-chain services provider, announced today that Bill Humes, chief operating and financial officer, is scheduled to present at the following investor conference. Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2012 Citi Technology Conference Hilton New York Hotel - New York, NY 11:15 a.m. ET Presenter: Bill Humes, chief operating and financial officer To access the live audio webcasts of the presentations, visit the Investor Relations page ofwww.ingrammicro.com. The archived versions will be available for approximately one week following the event. About Ingram Micro Inc.As a vital link in the technology value chain, Ingram Micro creates sales and profitability opportunities for vendors and resellers through unique marketing programs, outsourced logistics, technical and financial support, managed and cloud-based services, and product aggregation and distribution. The company is the only global broad-based IT distributor, serving more than 150 countries on six continents with the world's most comprehensive portfolio of IT products and services. Visit www.ingrammicro.com.

Ingram Micro Donates $10,000 to Special Olympics Southern California

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Ingram Micro Donates $10,000 to Special Olympics Southern California

Aug 15, 2012 (Marketwire via COMTEX) --To help support the athletes of the Special Olympics, Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE: IM) donated $10,000 to the Special Olympics Southern California (SOSC). The check presentation was part of a recent "Associate Appreciation Day" which celebrated the company's winning spirit, athletes everywhere and the community. Accepting the check on behalf of SOSC was David Armendariz, regional director SOSC, and Stephanie Hardy, Gold Medalist from the 2003 World Games in Dublin, Ireland. "The Special Olympics is an incredible organization that touches the lives of millions of athletes and their families around the world, and we are proud to support them with this donation," said Keith Bradley, senior executive vice president and president, Ingram Micro North America. "Giving back to the people and community we serve is one of the founding principles of our company. With the Olympics just concluding, it is a perfect time to give back and celebrate the winning spirit of all the associates here at Ingram Micro." Bradley, who recently returned from Scotland where he carried the Olympic Flame as a Torchbearer during the official Olympic Torch Relay, shared his experience with the 1,500 associates who work at the company's headquarters in Santa Ana during the company's own Associate Appreciation Day, complete with Office Olympic Games such as the "Shoe" put, tricycle races and an egg relay race. Bradley and other Ingram Micro executives presented the $10,000 donation to the representatives of the Special Olympics, which provides opportunities for children and adults with intellectual disabilities to participate in year-round sports training and competition. Follow Ingram Micro Inc. on Facebook at www.facebook.com/IngramMicro and Twitter atwww.twitter.com/IngramMicroInc. About Special Olympics Southern California Special Olympics Southern California has been changing lives through the power of sport for more than 40 years. Special Olympics offers free opportunities for children and adults with intellectual disabilities to participate in year-round sports training and competition. For more information about how to compete, volunteer, coach, or donate to Special Olympics Southern California, visit www.sosc.org. About Ingram Micro Inc. As a vital link in the technology value chain, Ingram Micro creates sales and profitability opportunities for vendors and resellers through unique marketing programs, outsourced logistics, technical and financial support, managed and cloud-based services, and product aggregation and distribution. The company is the only global broad-based IT distributor, serving more than 145 countries on six continents with the world's most comprehensive portfolio of IT products and services. Visit www.ingrammicro.com.

Ingram Micro Broadens Geographic Reach Into High-Growth Middle East and North Africa Markets

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Ingram Micro Broadens Geographic Reach Into High-Growth Middle East and North Africa Markets

Acquisition Expands Value-Added Technology Distribution and Services Capabilities SANTA ANA, Calif., Aug. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Ingram Micro Inc. (NYSE: IM), the world's largest technology distributor and supply-chain services provider, today announced it is broadening its geographic reach into the Middle East and North Africa with the signing of adefinitive agreement to acquire certain IT businesses of Dubai-based Aptec Holdings Ltd.  Aptec is a leading value-added distributor in the Middle East, Turkey and North Africa, with products and solutions covering data center, storage, security, networking, and software categories, including technical services. The acquisition is expected to contribute more than $250 million in revenue to Ingram Micro on an annual basis and is expected to close before the end of the third quarter of 2012, subject to the satisfaction of certain closing conditions.  Dr. Ali Baghdadi, founder and chief executive officer of Aptec, will lead the acquired operations reporting to Shailendra Gupta, senior executive vice president and president, Ingram Micro Asia-Pacific.  Further details of the transaction were not disclosed. "The acquisition of Aptec fits well with our strategic objectives to continue to build our higher margin specialty businesses while broadening our geographic reach to capitalize on higher growth markets," said Alain Monié, president and chief executive officer of Ingram Micro Inc. "TheMiddle East and Africa are robust and growing markets with total IT spending projected to reach$80 billion by 20151.   Aptec has been highly effective in growing their business and enhancing profitability in these emerging markets and we believe this combination will further accelerate these ongoing objectives.  Aptec has a long-tenured, accomplished leadership team and we look forward to joining forces with them." Founded in 1980, Aptec currently operates in 6 countries and provides products and services to key Middle East and North Africa countries including the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Oman,Egypt, Lebanon, Pakistan and Turkey.  The company's regional geographical coverage and extensive customer base are staffed by approximately 350 associates serving over 3,800 active resellers.  Aptec's marketing programs, advanced logistics services, technical support, consultancy, high-level technical consulting and outsourcing services, financial services and product delivery and distribution capabilities have made the company one of the most prominent value-added distributors in the region. "We are excited to join with Ingram Micro," said Baghdadi. "For more than 30 years Aptec has focused on building the company through innovation, value-added service and an unwavering commitment to our customers and vendor partners. The combined strength of Aptec in theMiddle East and North Africa and the global leadership and strategic vendor and customer relationships of Ingram Micro provide an excellent opportunity for expanded reach into new services, products and geographies and we expect the union to offer even more value to our combined community." 1Source:  IDC Blackbook, Q2 2012.