Mouser Electronics, the authorized global distributor with the newest semiconductors and electronic components, proudly announces that Jaime Plank, Supplier Management Director, was named 2025 Strategic Partner of the Year by ODU, a valued partner and leading manufacturer of connectivity solutions. Additionally, April Kilman, Supplier Specialist, was named ODU’s Supplier Manager of the Year. This marks the third time that April Kilman has won this award from ODU.
ODU stated that execution of strategic initiatives, contributions to key programs, leadership in promoting ODU solutions, and consistent, strong performance are the metrics for the Strategic Partner of the Year Award. Year-over-year sales growth, inventory management, operational excellence, collaborative engagement, and quality of customer service were the factors used to determine the Supplier Manager of the Year Award.
“Congratulations to Jaime and April on winning these top awards,” said x, x of ODU. “They represent Mouser’s unwavering dedication to providing outstanding logistics and unparalleled customer service that has firmly established them as a premier channel partner for us. Their invaluable support has significantly fueled demand and driven sales growth for our product portfolio. We are very grateful for this outstanding business relationship and eagerly anticipate the continued success that lies ahead.”
Krystal Jackson, Vice President of Supplier Management at Mouser, stated, “Jaime and April’s receipt of these prestigious awards from ODU reflects their dedication and professionalism. Notably, April has earned this recognition for the third time. Both individuals exemplify Mouser’s commitment to serving customers and business partners with consistent care.”
In addition to April Kilman’s previous Supplier Manager of the Year Awards, ODU recognized Mouser with the Online Distribution Distributor of the Year Award for 2023. Mouser first partnered with ODU in 2019 and offers over 18,000 ODU products, with almost 1,300 in stock and ready to ship.
