Technology >> CEO Interviews >> August 9, 2001

Jim Dauwalter – Entegris Inc (entg)

JIM DAUWALTER became Chief Executive Officer of Entegris, Inc., January 23, 2001. He also serves on the Board of Directors. Prior to his appointment as CEO, Mr. Dauwalter served as the company's President and COO. His current responsibilities include the overall planning, staffing, and operational results of the organization. Entegris reported revenues of $343 million for fiscal year 2000. In his 26 years with the company, Mr. Dauwalter has held executive line and staff positions. He has played a pivotal role in directing the growth of the company from 40 employees to approximately 1,800 employees, increasing sales as well as expanding the company's operations to 15 worldwide manufacturing facilities. He received a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Bemidji State University in 1973. Mr. Dauwalter serves on the Board of Directors of Nippon Fluoroware K.K., Fluoroware-Valqua Japan K.K., Metron Technology B.V. and the Community Bank of Chaska. Profile
TWST: Could we begin with a brief historical sketch of Entegris, Inc.,

and an overview?

Mr. Dauwalter: Entegris has been dedicated to providing products to the

semiconductor industry for the