Climb Global Solutions Appoints Matthew Sullivan as Chief Financial Officer

Climb Global Solutions, Inc. (NASDAQ:CLMB), a leading value-added global IT channel company, has announced the appointment of Matthew Sullivan as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective January 10, 2025. Sullivan succeeds Andrew ("Drew") Clark, who will remain with the company as an advisor until April 15, 2025, to ensure a smooth transition.

Sullivan brings extensive financial leadership experience to Climb, having joined the company in 2019 as Vice President, Corporate Controller. He has since risen internally to the role of Chief Accounting Officer, overseeing global financial functions, including external and internal reporting, compliance, and financial planning. Sullivan played a pivotal role in advancing Climb's growth strategy and driving the financial diligence process for five accretive acquisitions since 2020. Prior to joining Climb, Sullivan held finance roles at Jackson Hewitt Tax Service and BDO USA, LLP, where he managed complex audit and financial operations. He is a Certified Public Accountant and holds a bachelor's degree in accounting from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania.

CEO Dale Foster expressed confidence in Sullivan's appointment, stating, "Matthew's extensive financial expertise, exceptional leadership, and deep knowledge of our business make him uniquely qualified to step into this important role. Over the past five years, he has been instrumental in enhancing our financial operations, advancing strategic initiatives, and supporting our growth through five accretive acquisitions. I am confident that Matthew's experience and vision will help us continue to deliver unmatched value to our customers, partners, and shareholders."

Climb Global Solutions, Inc. is a value-added global IT distribution and solutions company specializing in emerging and innovative technologies. The company operates across the US, Canada, and Europe through multiple business units, including Climb Channel Solutions, Grey Matter, and Climb Global Services. Climb provides IT distribution and solutions for companies in the Security, Data Management, Connectivity, Storage & HCI, Virtualization & Cloud, and Software & ALM industries.



Climb's appointment of Matthew Sullivan as CFO aligns with the company's investment values and approach, as Sullivan's experience and background demonstrate a strong fit for the role. His financial expertise, acquisition experience, global perspective, leadership, and vision all contribute to Climb's strategic direction and commitment to delivering unmatched value to its customers, partners, and shareholders.



In conclusion, Climb Global Solutions' appointment of Matthew Sullivan as Chief Financial Officer is a strategic move that aligns with the company's investment values and approach. Sullivan's extensive financial leadership experience, acquisition experience, global perspective, leadership, and vision make him uniquely qualified to step into this important role and help Climb continue to deliver unmatched value to its customers, partners, and shareholders.