Industry & Services >> CEO Interviews >> January 3, 2003

Walter Straub – Rainbow Technologies Inc (rnbo)

WALTER STRAUB is President and Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Rainbow Technologies, Inc. Mr. Straub co-founded Rainbow Technologies in 1984, and has worked full time for the company since 1985. He was responsible for the company's successful public offerings in September 1987 and September 1991. Mr. Straub received a BSEE and MBA from Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA. Mr. Straub is currently a Director of CAM Data Systems, a manufacturer of computerized inventory control systems, located in Fountain Valley, California. He is a member of the Board of Directors of Drexel University and a member of the CEO Roundtable at University of California, Irvine. Mr. Straub received the 'Drexel 100' Award for exceptional achievement in business and has been Orange County Entrepreneur of the Year. His company has been recognized by publications such as Forbes, Fortune and Business Week magazines, as well as many local publications. Profile
TWST: What has gone on over the past year at Rainbow that

investors should focus on?

Mr. Straub: The business has improved significantly from last

year primarily with respect to our strong