Smith’s Chief Accounting Officer Named Among 2025 Pros to Know

HOUSTON, TX (March 17, 2025) – Smith, a leading global distributor of electronic components and semiconductors, today announces that Sean Trinh, Chief Accounting Officer, has been named to Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s prestigious Pros to Know list for 2025. The award celebrates exceptional supply chain executives who demonstrate innovative leadership and establish industry-leading practices.

Selected for the Leaders in Excellence category, Sean has helped grow Smith for more than 35 years with his financial expertise and dedication. Joining the company in 1989, Sean has worn many hats over the years, previously holding the positions of Controller and Vice President of Information Technology before stepping into his current role as Chief Accounting Officer in 2017.

“Sean’s deep understanding of our accounting practices and his contributions to our global expansion have been instrumental to our success,” said Marc Barnhill, Chief Executive Officer and 2022 Pros to Know honoree. “This recognition speaks volumes about Sean’s commitment to supply chain excellence and highlights the caliber of Smith’s leadership team.”

In his current position, Sean oversees the entirety of Smith’s finances, managing more than USD $2.6 billion in revenue while ensuring complete accuracy. Throughout his tenure, he has worked to streamline the company’s accounting procedures and processes to provide the timely and reliable information and reporting needed to run the business.

“Sean does his job incredibly well and has become the person everyone turns to when they need help with something,” said Nick Bedford, Smith’s Chief Financial Officer. “He consistently goes the extra mile and always keeps Smith’s interests at the forefront when making critical business decisions. Sean’s excitement and energy for what we do motivates him to overcome any challenge he faces, making him a prime example of the leadership excellence that this award celebrates.”

About Smith

Founded in 1984, Smith is a leading independent distributor of electronic components. Smith’s Intelligent Distribution™ model offers a comprehensive suite of flexible and scalable supply chain solutions to source, manage, test, and ship billions of components to partners worldwide in every industry and vertical. The company is backed by more than 25 certifications and accreditations and has developed and implemented sustainable practices that exceed industry and regulatory requirements. Building on its decades of market data, cutting-edge technology, and a systems-based approach to quality excellence, Smith generated more than USD $2.6 billion in global revenue in 2024 and ranks eleventh among all global distributors. Visit www.smithweb.com to learn more.

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For more information, contact:
Sara Tubbs
Smith, Public Relations Manager
+1 713.430.2169