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Issue Date: 21st January 2008
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James Gentilcore appointed non-executive director
CRAWLEY,
WEST SUSSEX, UK. (21 January 2008) - Leading vacuum equipment manufacturer
Edwards, has announced the appointment of James Gentilcore to the board
of Edwards Group Limited as a non-executive director.
James was formerly president and chief operating officer of the Semiconductor
Products Group of Brooks Automation Inc. He was, prior to their acquisition
by Brooks, president and chief executive officer of Helix Technology Corporation.
"Jim has a strong track record in the vacuum and semiconductor arenas
which includes directing effective growth strategies, strategic mergers
and acquisitions, improving profitability and adding value to businesses.
He will provide guidance to the Edwards management team as we drive forward
our growth strategy," said Nigel Hunton, chief executive officer, Edwards.
Stephen Welton, chairman added, “On behalf of the board I am delighted
to welcome Jim as a non-executive director. I am confident that his broad
experience of operating at the highest levels of our key markets will bring
significant insights to Edwards."
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Editorial Contact: Freshwater Technology
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EDW384
Issue Date: 21st January 2008
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James Gentilcore Appointed Non-Executive Director
WILMINGTON,
MA (21 January 2008) - Leading vacuum equipment manufacturer Edwards, has
announced the appointment of James Gentilcore to the board of Edwards Group
Limited as a non-executive director.
James was formerly president and chief operating officer of the Semiconductor
Products Group of Brooks Automation Inc. He was, prior to their acquisition
by Brooks, president and chief executive officer of Helix Technology Corporation.
"Jim has a strong track record in the vacuum and semiconductor arenas
which includes directing effective growth strategies, strategic mergers
and acquisitions, improving profitability and adding value to businesses.
He will provide guidance to the Edwards management team as we drive forward
our growth strategy," said Nigel Hunton, chief executive officer, Edwards.
Stephen Welton, chairman added, “On behalf of the board I am delighted
to welcome Jim as a non-executive director. I am confident that his broad
experience of operating at the highest levels of our key markets will bring
significant insights to Edwards."
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Editorial Contact: Freshwater Technology