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John Engel

Chairman, President & Chief Executive Officer, Wesco Intl

Search every verified John Engel interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. John Engel, chairman, president, and CEO of Wesco International, discussed the company's transformation and outlook in a September 2026 podcast appearance on the Titanium Economy podcast. He described Wesco's evolution into a global, tech-enabled supply chain leader through disciplined acquisitions and digital transformation, citing the company's commitment to its merger with Anixter during the COVID-19 pandemic as a key example. Engel stated that the pandemic highlighted the fragility of global supply chains and noted that supply chain management has become a priority at the C-suite and board level. Engel expressed optimism about the industrial sector, saying he believes the industry is at the beginning of an "industrial supercycle." He emphasized the importance of digitalization, talent investment, and understanding a company's position within the broader value chain. Engel also discussed Wesco's corporate culture, describing it as focused on speed, agility, disciplined execution, and continuous improvement, and mentioned the company's use of lean principles and agile development in its digital transformation efforts.

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