Voices of Inspire: Leaders Reflect on Trends, Technologies and the Future
The TD SYNNEX Inspire Conference is more than an annual gathering; it’s a catalyst for innovation and growth in the tech industry. A record-breaking attendance of more than 3,000 vendors and customers attended the annual event held in Greenville, South Carolina. This year’s theme, “Where Great Ideas Unfold,” set the stage for the IT industry to come together, discuss industry trends, align business goals, and make plans the future.
Attendees heard from industry experts on the latest topics and trends, including high growth technology, artificial intelligence solutions, and cybersecurity, as well as connected with some of the largest players in the IT ecosystem.
A Look Inside Our Inspire Studio
This year, the TD SYNNEX Corporate Communications Team took it a step further by setting up an exclusive studio to engage with and learn from industry leaders and subject matter experts.
Our pop-up studio served as a hotspot for candid conversations on the evolving landscape of technology and business, and we are sharing those insights with you.
So, what’s the buzz at INSPIRE?
We asked the big thinkers and game-changers what they love most about the conference and what attendees get out of it. Their answers are as diverse and interesting as the experts are, so let’s dive in.
Networking and Learning, Steve Jow, Executive Vice President of Sales
“What I get out of the event personally, is an invaluable opportunity for learning and networking. This event allows me to see so many of my friends, partners, and resellers all in one place. It’s a fun event, and it always presents opportunities for growth that we can build on.”
Bridging Gaps in a Dynamic Market, Sandi Stambaugh, Senior Vice President of Vendor Management
“For me, Inspire is the best week of the year. It’s an opportunity to come together with our vendors and partners, understand key trends, and learn how we can best support them in advancing technology.”
Cybersecurity: The Road Ahead, Richard Cordan, Cyber Range Master
“My focus here is two-fold: to educate our partners about our Cyber Range and to talk to vendors to get them more interested in collaborating with the Cyber Range. We’ve announced our mobile range, packaging it up to offer on-site training to our partners.”
Understanding the Pulse of the Market, Lisa McGarvey, Vice President, Data, AI & IoT Solutions, Verticals & Alliances Team
“My aim for being here is to understand what our resellers and vendors are looking for. I want to know how we can enhance and accelerate their business.”
Where The Magic Happens, Kristi Kirby, Senior Vice President of Public Sector Vendor Management
“The conference feels like a high school reunion where connections are formed. It provides a powerful opportunity to bring vendors and resellers together in one space, where the magic happens.”
Charting the Future of Hybrid Technologies, Jessica McDowell, Senior Vice President of Hybrid Technology, Security Strategy & Calhoun McKinney, Sr. Director, High Growth Technology Strategy
“We aim to spend face-to-face time with our vendor and reseller partners. We want them to know that we are the destination for hybrid technologies,” said McDowell.
Calhoun added, “I am excited about our new ISV acceleration program, bringing in new faces and conversations into the channel.”
The Power of Collective Learning, Charles Pia, Director of TD SYNNEX Capital
“The Inspire Conference grows bigger every year. What’s important is that the partners that come here are looking to gain and learn something new each time. It’s powerful to have everyone in one room at one time.”
The TD SYNNEX Inspire Conference is not just an event — it’s an experience that shapes the future of technology. Your insights today could be the innovations of tomorrow, so don’t miss out on next year’s TD SYNNEX Inspire Conference, taking place October 12–13, 2024!
There’s more greet insights that came from this year’s event. For a comprehensive recap of Inspire 2023, visit our website.
