Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. announced on 7 January 2008 that chief operating officer Mr. Steve Rhoades will resign. The company and Mr. Rhoades have agreed that he will continue in his current ca…
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. announced on 7 January 2008 that chief operating officer Mr. Steve Rhoades will resign. The company and Mr. Rhoades have agreed that he will continue in his current capacity with the company for a transition period of up to six months. Dr. Hans Betz, president and CEO said, “I would like to express my thanks to Steve for his significant contributions to the company over the last five years. With Steve“s leadership, the company has established a world-class manufacturing operation, including the transition of high-volume manufacturing to China, providing the company with a strong platform for growth. We all wish Steve well with his future endeavors”. Mr. Rhoades added, “Advanced Energy has been a pivotal step in my career. I have had the pleasure of working with one of the top management teams in the industry and I would like to thank Hans Betz and the entire Advanced Energy team for the experience”. Advanced Energy(R) develops power and control technologies for plasma thin-film manufacturing processes including semiconductors, flat panel displays, data storage products, solar cells, and architectural glass, amongst others.