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As in any year, 2011 was one of transition for
some of our executives. In April, we appointed
John Soumbasakis as president of our Latin
America region after his skillful management of the
specialty divisions in North America. In November,
I returned to Ingram Micro as president and chief
operating of cer after spending 18 months
as chief executive of cer at an Asian paper
and pulp company.
We bid farewell to two members of our worldwide
executive team. Greg Spierkel, a 15-year company
veteran, spent six years as our chief executive
of cer. We are a better company due to his dedi-
cated service and we appreciate his commitment
and signi cant efforts. We also said goodbye to
Ria Carlson after 11 years in communications,
investor relations and strategy leadership positions.
THE FUTURE: ACHIEVING THE VISION
I took the reins as chief executive of cer in January
2012 and am embracing my new role with enthu-
siasm and con dence. Ingram Micro is a strong
company with a legacy of innovation and partner-
ship, and I’m proud to lead a talented group of
more than 15,000 worldwide associates.
As I look ahead, there are three pivotal imperatives
that will receive my attention in the coming quarters.
First, we must continuously improve our traditional
distribution business, ensuring we have the optimal
environment to foster greater growth and produc-
tivity. Second, we must accelerate growth in our
higher-margin specialty businesses. While still rela-
tively small in terms of revenues, these businesses
have the capability to signi cantly contribute to
pro tability, and I will do what is needed to ensure
their growth. And third, we must continue to invest
in innovation. As our industry evolves, we need to
understand and be prepared for what’s next and
capture the opportunities that will enhance our role
in the world of technology.
THESE IMPERATIVES WILL LEAD US TO WHAT MATTERS MOST: BRINGING GREATER VALUE TO BOTH OUR
BUSINESS PARTNERS AND OUR SHAREHOLDERS. THE IDEAL MOSAIC FOR SUCCESS IS CREATED FROM
GROWTH, IMPROVED PROFITABILITY, CONTINUED INNOVATION AND GREATER RETURNS. AS YOUR NEW
CEO, I AM COMMITTED TO BRINGING THE PIECES OF THIS MOSAIC INTO CLEAR FOCUS, GUIDING THIS
GREAT COMPANY TO NEW GLOBAL ACHIEVEMENTS.
Sincerely,
Alain
Monié
President and Chief Executive Of cer
Cautionary Statement for the Purpose of the Safe Harbor Provisions
of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995
The matters in this Annual Report that are forward-looking statements are based on current management expectations.
Certain risks may cause such expectations to not be achieved and, in turn, may have a material adverse effect on
Ingram Micro’s business,  nancial condition and results of operations. Ingram Micro disclaims any duty to update
any forward-looking statements. For a discussion of signi cant factors to consider in connection with forward-looking
statements concerning Ingram Micro, reference is made to Item 1A Risk Factors of Ingram Micro’s Annual Report
on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2011; other risks or uncertainties may be detailed from time to time
in Ingram Micro’s future SEC  lings.