TD SYNNEX today announced a strategic enhancement to its AI go-to-market approach, Destination: AI™, with AI Pioneers, a specialized apprenticeship program in North America designed to address the AI skills gap by fostering emerging AI/ML talent and connecting partners with real-world AI use cases that empower them to scale confidently.
The first cohort, launched earlier this year, included students specializing in AI/ML, computer science, and data science. They collaborated with TD SYNNEX pre-sales engineers, business mentors, and NVIDIA technical experts to create repeatable AI use cases, such as:
“Through AI Pioneers, we are investing in the next generation of innovators to address this knowledge gap, providing hands-on AI experience that will drive meaningful business impacts not just for us, but also for our vendors and our partners,” said Reyna Thompson, President, North America at TD SYNNEX. The program aligns with TD SYNNEX’s broader Destination AI initiative, integrating OEMs, cloud providers, and ISVs to deliver scalable AI solutions.
“Participating in the AI Pioneers program at TD SYNNEX has been an incredible experience, providing the opportunity to translate my academic background into practical solutions with real-world impact,” said Darla Valderrama, a program participant. NVIDIA’s Geoff Fancher emphasized, “Empowering the next generation with the skills to lead in AI is essential for addressing real-world challenges.” SHI’s Rami Douenias noted the collaboration with SHI’s SPRK internship program fosters innovative AI use cases, shaping the future of AI talent.
As of September 26, 2025, TD SYNNEX (SNX) stock is priced at $162.975 USD, with a year-to-date return of 37.6% and a market cap of $12.4 billion, reflecting strong market confidence in its AI initiatives. The finance card above shows a 1-year high of $162.975 and a low of $92.23, indicating significant growth.
The 2025 AI Pioneers presented at TD SYNNEX’s Inspire conference in Greenville, South Carolina. The program recruits through TD SYNNEX’s Summer Internship Program, with pathways to Technical Scholar or Discovery Rep programs for continued career development.
This initiative positions TD SYNNEX as a leader in cultivating AI talent, addressing industry shortages, and enabling partners to deploy scalable AI solutions, driving innovation and measurable outcomes across the IT ecosystem.
TD SYNNEX is a leading global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem, serving over 150,000 customers in 100+ countries with a portfolio spanning cloud, cybersecurity, AI, IoT, and more. Headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, and Fremont, California, its 23,000 co-workers unite products and services from 2,500+ top technology vendors.
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