Dale Foster

Dale Foster is the President of Climb Channel Solutions and the Chief Executive Officer of Climb Global Solutions, Inc. He has a robust background in the technology distribution industry, with over 20 years of experience. Foster has been instrumental in driving significant growth for Climb Channel Solutions, which has seen its revenue increase from $730 million in 2020 to $1.26 billion in 2023, with ambitious plans to double this by 2026 through both acquisitions and organic growth strategies.134

Professional Background

• Climb Channel Solutions: Foster has been with Climb since 2018, initially serving as Executive Vice President before becoming President in July 2019. Under his leadership, the company focuses on emerging technologies and aims to provide efficient service to its partners.24
• Promark Technology: Prior to joining Climb, Foster was with Promark Technology for nearly three decades, where he held various positions including President. He played a key role in Promark's acquisition by Ingram Micro in 2012, subsequently overseeing the emerging vendor division.45

Education

Foster holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the Rochester Institute of Technology and an Associate's degree from Alfred State College.24

Vision and Strategy

Foster's strategy for Climb emphasizes a "blue mountain" approach, which focuses on creating uncontested market space rather than competing directly with larger distributors. He aims to serve underserved markets and enhance partner relationships by providing tier-one service from the outset.13