In a ceremony late Wednesday afternoon, John R. Ingram, chairman and CEO of Ingram Content Group and chairman of Ingram Industries Inc., was presented with the BEA Ambassador Award. During the presentation, BEA director Steve Rosato recognized John Ingram for his vision and dedication to advancing the book industry through an innovative and continuously evolving approach to helping publishers, retailers, libraries, and schools succeed.
"I'm honored to receive the BEA Ambassador Award, " said John Ingram. "Our mission at Ingram Content Group is to help our partners navigate and succeed in today's dynamic and evolving marketplace. BEA has always been one of my favorite places to meet and collaborate with the people and companies that make up this vibrant industry." Involved in the book business since his father E. Bronson Ingram purchased a small textbook depository in 1964, John Ingram has led Ingram Content Group's transformation to a full-service publishing industry services company.