Digi-Key Corporation

DigiKey is a global distributor of electronic components and automation products, headquartered in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, USA. The company's core mission is to provide the broadest selection of in-stock electronic components and deliver exceptional service to its customers, supporting engineers throughout the entire design process, from initial prototype to full-scale production.

DigiKey offers millions of electronic components, including integrated circuits, connectors, capacitors, resistors, relays, cables, wires, and electromechanical parts, alongside a growing portfolio of automation products. The company operates an expansive online platform that serves as a global marketplace, providing design tools, business solutions, and a vast inventory for immediate dispatch. Through its Marketplace program, DigiKey extends its product offerings from a wide range of manufacturers and distributors, catering to engineers, designers, and procurement specialists in over 180 countries.

Founded in 1972 by Ronald Stordahl, DigiKey remains a privately held company, with Dave Doherty serving as CEO. The company celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023 and continues to expand its product and supplier base, adding over 108,000 new stocking parts and 364 new suppliers in 2025. DigiKey is recognized for its high service levels, rapid fulfillment, and significant investments in technology and infrastructure, including a major distribution center expansion opened in 2022.