In 2019, Digi-Key Electronics and All About Circuits kicked off their first-ever University Ambassador Program, a yearly program that helps engage EE leaders at universities all over the country through programs, events, and project management. Digi-Key’s 25 ambassadors help establish the brand to student populations by outreaching to their communities, distributing swag to their peers, and attending local events. Through the Ambassador Program, Digi-Key aims to foster innovation and strengthen a sense of community for next-generation engineers.
Ambassadors are actively involved with EE clubs and interested in pursuing a leadership role in their community
Attend several EE events during the school year, establishing themselves within hackathons and other events
Organize and manage swag distribution
Provide images and videos of different events they're attending
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Based out of Thief River Falls, Minnesota, Digi-Key is one of the fastest-growing authorized distributors of electronic components in the world. Founded in 1972, Digi-Key was a pioneer in the mail-order catalog business and a key resource for design engineers. Now, 48 years later, Digi-Key distributes to more than 850 industry-leading suppliers, offering a selection of more than 10 million electronic components in stock and available for immediate shipment.
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Digi-Key begins as a small mail-order company when Dr. Stordahl began selling the leftover parts to a digital electronic keyer kit (the Digi-Keyer).
First website is introduced, paving the way for Digi-Key to become a successful e-commerce company with the most visited and top-rated website in the industry
First international website launched (Canada). Digi-Key now has 79 local websites, translated into 12 languages, with 26 currencies being accepted.
Digi-Key breaks ground on 2.2 million square foot Product Distribution Center expansion. First package from new facility is projected to ship in mid-late 2021.
Digi-Key teams up with allaboutcircuits.com to go back to school! The Digi-Key Ambassador Program brings skills (and swag!) to the next generation of engineers.
