Vince DeLuca
CEO, Six Degrees
What has been your personal highlight of 2021?
For me the personal highlight of 2025 has been the healthy birth of my first grandson.
Which tech figurehead has impressed you the most this year, and why?
Jensen Huang from Nvidia stands out. Not only do I really appreciate his leadership style but Nvidia being at the centre of AI evolution through a raft of innovations, investments and new partnerships has them closing in on record $5 trillion valuation.
What was your first job in the channel?
Account management leader in a privately held US-based solution provider.
What’s your personal sustainability commitment for 2026?
Supporting ethical brands.
What’s one hidden talent or skill your colleagues wouldn’t suspect you have?
I love to cook and according to those that consume what I make am pretty good at doing so.
What’s your advice for new graduates/apprentices in the channel, in three words?
Adaptability, curiosity, resilience. If I could offer a 4th it would be AI.
What was your first day in your current role like?
A very warm welcome from the team, many personal introductions, and data overload the latter of which I think happens on most first days in any new role
Who has been the most influential figure in your career so far?
Without a doubt my father. While only having a high school education, he is an entrepreneur, has run businesses and what he has guided and influenced me on throughout my career has always been what I feel makes me the leader that I am.