Richard T. Hume is the CEO of TD SYNNEX Corporation, an important player in the technology distribution industry. He took the top job in September 2021 during a critical merger between SYNNEX and Tech Data Corporation. Hume has a solid...
Richard T. Hume is the CEO of TD SYNNEX Corporation, an important player in the technology distribution industry. He took the top job in September 2021 during a critical merger between SYNNEX and Tech Data Corporation. Hume has a solid background, holding a bachelor's degree in Accounting from Pennsylvania State University. Before stepping into his current role, he worked at Tech Data since 2018, where he helped guide the company through challenges in the tech landscape. Hume has over 30 years of experience in the tech field, including a long tenure at IBM, where he held significant leadership roles. In terms of compensation, for 2023, Hume's total pay reached about $1.24 million, comprised mainly of his salary and a performance-based bonus system. His bonus incentives reflect the company's financial performance, aligning his goals with those of shareholders. Notably, he has made regular stock trades, peaking at around $27 million in stock value as of 2024, indicating his strong confidence in the company’s future. Richard Hume continues to lead TD SYNNEX with a focus on growth and innovation.