TEMPE, AZ, Oct 8, 2025 – Benchmark Electronics has appointed Dr. Michael Slessor to its board of directors. Dr. Slessor has more than 25 years of experience in the semiconductor industry. He is the CEO of FormFactor, a position he assumed after the company acquired MicroProbe in 2012, where he also served as CEO. Before joining FormFactor, he held leadership roles at KLA Corporation. Dr. Slessor led the acquisition and integration of Cascade Microtech. He holds a Ph.D. in Aeronautics and Physics from the California Institute of Technology and a BASc in Engineering Physics from the University of British Columbia.
“Mike is an accomplished technology executive who brings over a decade of public company CEO experience to his independent Director role here at Benchmark. He also has over 25 years of experience in semiconductor production equipment, technology product development, and transformational business leadership,” said Jeff Benck, CEO of Benchmark. “I believe Mike’s technical background, strategic product marketing experience, and global business perspective will make him a great addition to Benchmark’s Board.”
“Mike’s appointment reflects our commitment to strategic leadership and innovation,” said David W. Scheible, chairman of the board. “His insight and experience will be instrumental in shaping Benchmark’s future and creating meaningful value for our shareholders and stakeholders.”
Source: Benchmark Electronics
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Benchmark Electronics, based in Tempe, AZ, is a global provider of product realization and electronics manufacturing services. The company offers design, engineering, precision machining, electronic assembly, and lifecycle management solutions. It serves customers in aerospace, defense, medical, industrial, semiconductor, communications, and advanced computing industries. Founded in 1979, Benchmark has expanded through acquisitions and investments in technology capabilities. In fiscal year 2024, the company reported revenue of about $2.7B. Its customers include original equipment manufacturers that require precision, reliability, and scalability in high-performance markets.