Technology >> CEO Interviews >> October 2, 2000

John Thornton – Mitek Systems Inc (mitk)

JOHN M. THORNTON is Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mitek Systems, Inc. In 1957, Mr. Thornton started his business career at Rohr Corporation. In 1965 he became President of Wavetek and later Chairman of the Board. Mr. Thornton was Chairman and President of Wavetek Corporation for 18 years. From 1976 through 1988, Mr. Thornton served as Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Board at Micom Systems, Inc. Mr. Thornton has been a director of Mitek Systems since March 1986 and was appointed Chairman of the Board in October 1987. Additionally, he has served as President, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer since September 1998. Previously, he served as President of the company from May 1991 through July 1991 and Chief Executive Officer from May 1991 through February 1992. Mr. Thornton is also Chairman of the Board of Thornton Winery Corporation. Profile
TWST: Could you provide our readers with a brief overview of Mitek

Systems, including its history, development, markets, and your own

understanding of the firm's future potential?

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