How will US tariffs reshape the electronics industry

Paige graduated from the University of Greenwich in 2014 with a 2:1 in English Literature. She joined Electronic Specifier in February 2022 and has a keen interest in the latest technology developments and promoting engineering as a viable career option for the younger generation.

Nigel has served the electronics industry since 1978 in a variety of roles and during that time have amassed a wealth of knowledge and experience on a global basis both as an employee and company founder. From engineering through tactical and strategic sales, marketing and management in OEM’s, distribution and also the co-founder of Europe’s first Pan European representative organisation, he considers himself to be an ‘all-rounder’ who can contribute on a wide range of subjects and share valuable personal experiences.

Adam Fletcher is Chairman of the Electronic Components Supply Network (ecsn), a business association established in 1970 that today offers support to all organisations with an interest in electronic components throughout their entire lifecycle. He is also Chairman of the International Distribution of Electronics Association (IDEA), an association of individual country electronic components associations whose objective is to arrive at and share best industry practice.

Tim Carroll is the Vice President of Digital Business at DigiKey, where he oversees DigiKey’s world-class e-commerce, marketing, pricing, asset management, and application engineering teams.
Under Tim’s leadership, DigiKey has launched a new brand platform, enhanced website functionality such as new search functions and customer self-service portals, and increased the regionalisation of global digital marketing strategies. All of this has contributed to DigiKey’s massive growth and reputation as a trusted e-commerce distribution partner worldwide.
Prior to joining DigiKey in 2020, Tim was Chief Marketing Officer at Arrowhead Engineered Products and Vice President, Small Business Segment, for Deluxe Corporation. Tim has also served as a Director for the SCORE Association, a national nonprofit dedicated to helping small businesses reach their goals through education and mentorship.
Tim holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Yale University and volunteers as an Adult Leaser for the Boy Scouts of America

Christine Wolnik has been in the electronics industry for over 20 years. Ms. Wolnik started her career in quality inspection, progressing to engineering and eventually senior leadership. She has worked extensively in the global supply chain and has operations expertise in manufacturing. Her prior roles have been in the automotive sector, regulatory & compliance, consumer electronics, and premium audio. Most recently, her position was Vice President of Quality and Supply Chain Operations for Shure Electronics located in Niles, IL.