Avnet Silica appoints long-standing company leader to guide next phase of growth

Brussels, Belgium, 1st July 2026 –Avnet Silica, an Avnet company (NASDAQ: AVT), announced the appointment of Maryannick Dauba as President of Avnet Silica, effective July 1, 2026. Having spent more than 15 years at Avnet Silica in a range of leadership positions, Maryannick brings extensive experience across sales, business engagement and customer-facing operations.
Most recently serving as EMEA Vice President Business Engagement, Maryannick previously held roles including EMEA Sales Vice President, Regional Vice President South Europe, and Territory Director for France, Belgium and North Africa. Her appointment reflects Avnet Silica’s commitment to continuity, long-term supplier partnerships and customer-focused growth across EMEA.
As President of Avnet Silica, Maryannick will lead the company’s continued development across the EMEA region, building on the existing strategy and supporting the business through its next phase of growth.
Commenting on the appointment, Gilles Beltran, President, Avnet EMEA, said: “Maryannick combines deep knowledge of our customers, suppliers and organisation with extensive leadership experience across Avnet Silica. She understands what makes this business successful and is well positioned to lead its continued growth across EMEA.”
On her appointment, Maryannick said: “Having spent more than 15 years at Avnet Silica, I have had the opportunity to work closely with our teams, customers and suppliers across the region. What has always stood out to me is the strength of those relationships and the expertise within the organisation. I look forward to building on that foundation and continuing to support our customers and supplier partners as we grow the business together.”
Under Maryannick’s leadership, Avnet Silica will further drive its strategic growth across EMEA while remaining focused on customer success and building long-standing supplier partnerships.
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