Dave Doherty

Dave Doherty was named President and COO of Digi-Key in July, 2015, having served previously as EVP of operations. Dave joined Digi-Key Corporation’s executive management team in January 2008, bringing with him more than 35 years of electronics industry experience split between semiconductor suppliers and distribution. Dave began his career with Digital Equipment Corporation in design and manufacturing engineering.

Doherty holds a BSEE from Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester, Mass. and an MBA from Babson College in Wellesley, Mass. Doherty has served on the advisory board for the School of Professional Selling at Baylor University and actively serves on the ECIA board, including holding a past Chair position.

Dave was born and raised in Franklin, Massachusetts. He and his wife Becky of 30 years have three children; Brian, Connor and Kaylin.