SANTA ANA, CA – TTM Technologies, Inc. (“TTM”) ( TTMI), a leading global manufacturer of technology solutions including mission systems, radio frequency (“RF”) components and RF microwave/microelectronic assemblies and quick-turn and technologically advanced printed circuit boards (“PCB”s), today announced that in a planned succession change, James P. Walsh (“Jim”) will assume the role of Chief Operating Officer beginning July 1, 2025 and Philip Titterton (“Phil”), TTM’s current Chief Operating Officer, will take on an advisory position for the foreseeable future with TTM and assist with special operations projects.
“It is with immense gratitude and respect that I congratulate Phil on 33 remarkable years of dedicated service to TTM. His unwavering commitment to TTM’s cultural values of integrity, teamwork, clear communications and performance excellence has not only shaped our organization but has set a standard for operational leadership in our industry. As Phil transitions to his new advisory role, we are equally excited about our succession plan and the opportunity to welcome Jim Walsh as our incoming Chief Operating Officer effective in July. We are confident that the legacy of excellence Phil has built will continue to thrive under Jim’s leadership,” commented Tom Edman, CEO of TTM.
Jim Walsh brings over twenty-five years of operations management experience to his new assignment, and is currently TTM’s Senior Vice President of Operations (North America) & Global EHSS&S (“Environmental, Health & Safety, Security, and Sustainability”). Jim joined TTM in 2019 in a Senior Operations Leadership role and has held progressively expanding responsibilities since that time. Jim received his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Santa Clara University, Master of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University and Master of Business Administration from University of California, Los Angeles.
PHOENIX – Amir Akerman CEO of Suntech Circuits Global has announced the appointment of Cameron Burke to the position of CEO of Suntech Circuits North America. In this position Mr. Burke will assume full responsibility for the operations and management of the company in North America.
When making the announcement Mr. Akerman said, “We are very pleased to have found someone with Cameron’s skills and ability. He comes to us with a very significant knowledge of the printed circuit board industry as well ad the knowledge and experience to manage a national team. We are expecting great things from this talented young man.”
Mr. Burke started selling PCBs in 2013 at New England Circuit Sales his family’s rep firm, he moved on to NCAB where he excelled before joining his Jove Circuits as their National Sales Manager his most recent position before joining Suntech Circuits North America.
When accepting his new role had had this to say. “I cannot say just how excited I am to be joining an Organization like Suntech. For me this is exactly the right position at the right company at the right time. I cherish the opportunity and the responsibility given to be to lead Suntech Circuits N.A. Into the future.”
SUZHOU, CHINA – Ventec is pleased to announce the appointment of Sunny Kwok as Technical Sales Representative for UK and EMEA regions. Sunny will further enhance service support levels for Ventec full range of materials including non-reinforced resin coated copper and film products (thermal/Pro-bond), high speed/low loss (tec-speed) and Ventec’s full range of halogen free materials for high reliability applications.
Sunny has a materials science and technology background alongside almost a decade experience in PCB manufacturing, including front end PCB design verification through to full production process engineering with responsibility for HDI and flex-rigid technology introduction.
Leigh Allinson Technical Sales Director comments “Sunny’s appointment demonstrates Ventec commitment to supporting the UK & EMEA PCB manufacturing industry as demands on materials and processes become ever more complex. I welcome Sunny to the Ventec family and wish him success in his new role”
WALDENBURG, GERMANY – Würth Elektronik eiSos, a leading manufacturer of electronic and electromechanical components, is also committed to environmental protection and sustainable technologies internationally. Since May 2024, the Turkish Subsidiary of the company has been working with Teknopark Istanbul to promote sustainable products and technologies.
“Environmental protection knows no boundaries,” emphasizes Ahmet Çakır, General Manager of Würth Elektronik eiSos Türkiye. “In Teknopark Istanbul, we have found a strong partner to provide targeted support for sustainable projects in Türkiye. The Teknopark Istanbul for cutting-edge technology offers entrepreneurs and start-ups an ideal environment with acceleration programs and cooperation opportunities. Our development support complements this offer perfectly.”
Start-up support with know-how and infrastructure
The NextCube program includes classic startup support such as training, mentoring and risk analyses as well as support with performance evaluation and the search for investors. Experts from Würth Elektronik participate with online and classroom training. In addition, participants have access to a state-of-the-art electronics laboratory, which Würth Elektronik has already equipped with equipment and components in 2022, including more than 60 design kits as well as soldering stations and microscopes for developing prototypes.
“Supporting start-ups is of central importance to us,” emphasizes Würth Elektronik eiSos CTO Alexander Gerfer. “Of course, we are also implementing our successful concept of development support internationally. Teknopark Istanbul is an ideal platform for this: true to our mission of creating together, we give founders in Türkiye the chance to turn good ideas into successful products.”
The initiators of the three best projects will be invited to a presentation to Germany in September 2025.
Creating together, also at international level
Promoting start-ups is part of Würth Elektronik's Creating together mission: the aim is to promote environmentally conscious and sustainable ideas in particular through know-how transfer and networking and to develop them to series maturity.
WATERLOOVILLE, UK – Jiva, a sustainable materials business in Waterlooville, has enjoyed a busy start to the year.
The company has raised £245,206 through an oversubscribed online crowdfunder to drive development of Soluboard – the world’s first recyclable laminate for printed circuit boards (PCBs), a key component in electronic devices.
Following a rigorous audit, Jiva also recently achieved the prestigious ISO 9000:2015 accreditation – testament, says CEO Steve Driver, to “our team’s relentless commitment to quality, innovation, and operational excellence.
Steve Driver“This achievement sets a strong foundation for growth, enhancing trust and credibility with our partners and clients.
“Huge congratulations to the team for making this happen!”
These are just the headlines for a busy month at the company, which has also seen them meet with representatives from motor maker Daimler-Benz and Germany’s Wurth Electronics to explore integration of Jiva’s materials into their respective manufacturing processes.
Meanwhile, Jiva has welcomed two new team members – quality manager Alan Green, who brings 57 years of experience in PCB manufacturing, and marketing and IT specialist Alina Costrasel.
“With Alan as the wise sage of the team and Alina as the youngest trailblazer ready to revolutionize our digital strategies, we now have the perfect blend of experience and youthful creativity,” Steve added.
“Together, they’re bound to keep us balanced – whether it’s ensuring top-notch quality or shaking things up with cutting-edge ideas.
“Welcome to the team, Alan and Alina – we’re thrilled to have you both on board.”
Last year, Jiva inked a knowledge transfer partnership with the University of Portsmouth to test natural fibres – such as jute, flax and hemp – for use as potential laminate materials.
LEOBEN, GERMANY – Apprenticeship Day on January 22 at AT&S in Leoben was a complete success. In the morning, school classes with a total of 140 pupils and specialist teachers visited the Styrian microelectronics specialist’s company headquarters. At the public event in the afternoon, all other interested parties were given the most important information – more than 60 young people and their parents and families took advantage of this opportunity.
The complex world of high-quality IC substrates and printed circuit boards, which have essential functions in smartphones, laptops, drones and smartwatches, among other things, was explained in simple language by AT&S experts: in “Erlebniswelt”, during lectures, at the stations of the individual apprenticeships and during line tours through production – high-tech up close. The award-winning copper recycling plant was also visited, as waste water technology will be a new and highly interesting apprenticeship at AT&S from September.
Eduard Lackner, HR Manager Austria: “We have a wide range of apprenticeships and want to use apprenticeship training to ensure that we have the best-trained specialists after the apprenticeship to support us in our further development as a company.”
Applications are now open in the career portal on the AT&S website www.ats.net. There you will find detailed descriptions of the apprenticeships currently being sought, including the apprenticeship with Matura model.
