INDIANAPOLIS, June 27, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Brightpoint, Inc. (Nasdaq:CELL), a global leader in providing supply chain solutions to the wireless industry, today announced that Charles Stewardson has been named to the position of Senior Vice President of Business Development Supply Chain Solutions, Europe, Middle East and Africa.
Mr. Stewardson joins Brightpoint from DHL, a global market leader in the logistics industry, where he served as Vice President and Business Director, Telecoms. Prior to DHL, Mr. Stewardson held various leadership positions with AT&T, Compaq, and Unipart Technology Logistics. In his new role as Senior Vice President of Business Development Supply Chain Solutions, he will report directly to Anurag Gupta.
"Charles is a proven leader in the supply chain solutions industry," stated Anurag Gupta, Brightpoint's President, Europe, Middle East and Africa. "By appointing Charles to this role, we are further advancing this area of our business with the best talent."
About Brightpoint, Inc.
Brightpoint, Inc. (Nasdaq:CELL) is a global leader in providing end-to-end supply chain solutions to leading stakeholders in the wireless industry. In 2010, Brightpoint handled approximately 99 million wireless devices globally. Brightpoint's innovative services include distribution channel management, procurement, inventory management, repair services and reverse logistics, software loading, kitting and customized packaging, fulfillment, product customization, eBusiness solutions, and other outsourced services that integrate seamlessly with its customers. Brightpoint's effective and efficient platform allows its customers to benefit from quickly deployed, flexible, and cost effective solutions. Brightpoint has approximately 4,000 employees, as well as a significant number of temporary staff, and a global footprint covering more than 35 countries, including 13 Latin American countries through its investment in Intcomex, Inc. In 2010, Brightpoint generated revenue of $3.6 billion. Brightpoint provides distribution and customized services to over 25,000 B2B customers worldwide. Additional information about Brightpoint can be found on its website at www.brightpoint.com, or by calling its toll-free Information and Investor Relations line at 877-IIR-CELL (877-447-2355).
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