MILPITAS, Calif. -- (BUSINESS WIRE) --
Nanometrics Incorporated (Nasdaq:NANO), a leading supplier of advanced metrology systems, today announced that it has hired Roger Lao as General Manager of its operations and sales in Taiwan, China and Singapore. Reporting to Michael Fischer, Vice President of Worldwide Sales, Mr. Lao will be responsible for all commercial activities and the expansion of Nanometrics' business in the region.
"Roger brings a wealth of customer sales and support experience along with a proven track record of business development in the region." said Mr. Fischer. "Roger's management skills, regional knowledge and customer relationships will add strength to our organization and will help drive further growth in this key area. We're pleased to have him join our team."
Mr. Lao joins Nanometrics from Rudolph Technologies where he was General Manager of the China and Singapore branch. Prior to Rudolph, he served as General Manager of the Taiwan, China and Singapore branch of August Technology Corporation until its merger with Rudolph in 2006. Before joining August Technology, Mr. Lao held a sales management position at Spirox Corporation with account responsibilities in Taiwan.
Mr. Lao is a graduate of the Northern Taiwan Institute of Science and Technology University where he received a degree in Electronic Engineering.
About Nanometrics
Nanometrics is a leading provider of advanced, high-performance process control metrology systems used primarily in the fabrication of semiconductors, high-brightness LEDs, data storage devices and solar photovoltaics. Nanometrics' automated and integrated metrology systems measure critical dimensions, device structures, overlay registration, topography and various thin film properties, including film thickness as well as optical, electrical and material properties. The company's process control solutions are deployed throughout the fabrication process, from front-end-of-line substrate manufacturing, to high-volume production of semiconductors and other devices, to advanced wafer-scale packaging applications. Nanometrics' systems enable device manufacturers to improve yields, increase productivity and lower their manufacturing costs. The company maintains its headquarters in Milpitas, California, with sales and service offices worldwide. Nanometrics is traded on NASDAQ Select Global Market under the symbol NANO. Nanometrics' website is http://www.nanometrics.com.
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