Saturday, December 5, 2009

New appointments at Zarlink

OTTAWA, CANADA: Zarlink Semiconductor announced the appointments of Gary Tanner as Chief Operating Officer and Dr. Stan Swirhun as Chief Technology and Marketing Officer.

As part of his new role, Tanner assumes management responsibilities for Zarlink's Communication Products Group. Tanner is replacing Hank Perret, following Perret's decision to retire in January 2010. Perret will remain with the Company until his retirement to ensure a smooth transition. Tanner will also retain his current role as Senior Vice President, Worldwide Operations.

As Chief Technology and Marketing Officer, Dr. Swirhun assumes a new role created to further strengthen the Company's marketing capabilities. Dr. Swirhum will continue as the Senior Vice President and General Manager of Zarlink's Optical Products Group.

"Gary and Stan bring proven management expertise to these new positions, and are now focusing on finding new ways to maximize our research and development and marketing capabilities to help grow the company," said Kirk Mandy, President and CEO, Zarlink Semiconductor.

"Hank played a lead role in merging Zarlink and Legerity to create a stronger position for Zarlink in the communications market. We thank him for his many years of dedication to both organizations, and wish him the best in retirement."

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