Tech Data appoints Wragg for newly created role

Wragg will be working with all areas of the business to create initiatives to minimise environmental impact.

Tech Data has announced that Kevin Wragg will take on the newly created role of director of environment and quality compliance.

Wragg is an experienced member of Tech Data’s UK senior leadership team and will now take on this new role to help the company meet its net zero carbon commitments.

Kevin Wragg said: “There has never been a better time to embrace the energy and passion that exist around moving towards net zero carbon.  

“We want to get on the front foot now and do what’s right for our customers, vendors, Tech Data and our planet.” 

Tech Data UK and Ireland senior vice president David Watts added: “Climate change is the most pressing issue facing us all. With this key appointment, Tech Data UK and Ireland is making a firm commitment to achieving net zero carbon and driving the sustainability agenda. 

“We see this as a vitally important part of our strategy going forward.”

Tech Data is working with a leading net zero carbon consultancy called Arete Zero Carbon to understand its current carbon footprint and reach its goal of net zero carbon.