A long-time Avnet insider is set to replace John Paget as global president of Avnet Technology Solutions, effective March 2, according to the Phoenix-based distributor. <P> Paget, a longtime distribution executive, had joined Avnet in February 2007. Phillip Gallagher, a 26-year veteran with Avnet and currently president of Avnet Electronics Marketing, Americas, will take on Paget's role. <P> Paget is stepping down effective immediately but will assist Avnet through a transition period, according to the company. Avnet executives were not available for immediate comment Monday. <P> "We thank John for his contributions and wish him well in his future endeavors," said Rick Hamada, Avnet COO, in a statement. "I am firmly convinced that Phil's leadership skills, coupled with his experience and strong Avnet foundation, adds up to an excellent choice for the global leader for Avnet Technology Solutions." <P> Gallagher received Avnet's Chairman's Award in 2001 and was named a corporate officer in November 1997. <P> "I am honored by this new role and have the deepest respect for what the Technology Solutions team has already achieved," Gallagher said in a statement. "I believe there is significant opportunity in every region, and I look forward to challenging myself and the team to take our performance to even higher levels as we move forward."
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