Ingram Micro Wins HPE’s Global Distributor of the Year for Third Time
Event summary
- Ingram Micro (NYSE: INGM) named HPE’s 2026 Global Distributor of the Year, marking its third consecutive win.
- Award presented to CEO Paul Bay at HPE Partner Growth Summit 2026 in Las Vegas.
- Regional teams also won awards in Australia, Brazil, Chile, Turkey, and UKIMEA.
- Ingram Micro gains full access to HPE’s entire portfolio, including networking, cloud, and AI solutions.
- New HPE Partner Growth Accelerator Program to expand services and geographic reach.
The big picture
Ingram Micro’s repeat win underscores its critical role in HPE’s distribution strategy, particularly in high-growth areas like hybrid cloud and AI. The partnership’s expansion through the new accelerator program signals a deeper integration, potentially reshaping how enterprise technology is delivered globally. With access to HPE’s full portfolio, Ingram Micro is positioned to drive significant business outcomes for channel partners and end customers.
What we're watching
- Strategic Alignment
- How Ingram Micro’s focused execution against HPE’s priorities will impact joint growth.
- Geographic Expansion
- The pace at which the HPE Partner Growth Accelerator Program expands services globally.
- Innovation Investment
- Whether Ingram Micro’s continued investment in hybrid cloud, AI, and networking will sustain competitive advantage.
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