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California, United States

Chandler, Az, Us

Fremont, California, Us

Plainview, Ny, Us

Austin, Tx, Us

Retained following acquisition of NEXX Systems to oversee customer-facing functions with over 60 sales and service employees worldwide and a $10M budget. Delivered record setting company revenues and expanded customer base by 20%. Established company’s strategic vision that included the implementation of a 5-year business plan that targeted a 20% annual growth rate based on fully penetrating key customers and expanding the customer base. Developed additional market opportunities which increased the company’s SAM to over $550M. Ensured appropriate support infrastructure and processes for growth by hiring and training regional employees with the right technical expertise as well as developing key government/industry connections.

Billerica, Massachusetts, Us

Founding member of company focused on developing metal deposition equipment for new semiconductor advanced packaging technology. Initially led 10-person control system and software team that improved system cost of ownership by increasing system throughput by 60% and improving availability to 90%. Transitioned to marketing and sales operations in 2008 and developed/implemented a business plan to attract investors for acquisition or IPO. Successfully delivered a profitable five year CAGR of 42% and was a key member in the company’s very successful acquisition.

Andover, Massachusetts, Us

Selected as a key executive responsible for the transfer of PlasmaQuest’s personnel and products which provided the acquirer with immediate entry into the semiconductor capital equipment market. Supervised software system engineering group of 4 newly combined product groups consisting of 7 people and a $1.5M budget. Standardized control system software and architecture, reducing associated configuration and build time by 35% and overall BOM cost by 15%.

Advanced from main control system and software developer to 1 of 3 key individuals participating in M&A negotiations with acquirer MKS Instruments/Astex. Provided both technical and business leadership to increase orders from top-tier clients while reducing internal costs and implementing technical processes. ❖ Implemented decentralized control system that reduced overall control system cost by approximately 40% and reduced installation time by 75% while enhancing serviceability.❖ Supervised 4 employees and group budget of $500K annually.

Abbott Park, Illinois, Us

Individual contributor supporting product expansion by developing additional manufacturing capabilities and assisting with incorporation of newer, more cost-effective control technology. Led process automation and R&D projects, with authority for developing technical plans, hiring engineering firms and overseeing implementation through system validation.❖ Managed $1M new plant control system upgrade, delivering on time and under budget.❖ Introduced a new fluid density-based algorithm that reduced product loss by 75% by accurately determining the separation point between desired fluid product and final water flush.

Ms, Electrical Engineering

Bs, Electrical Engineering

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