Veeco Instruments adds Dr. Sujeet Chand to its Board of Directors

– USA, NY –  Veeco Instruments Inc. (NASDAQ: VECO) announced the appointment of Dr. Sujeet Chand (Ph.D.) to its Board of Directors.

“Dr. Chand brings exceptional technology background to Veeco’s Board that includes more than 30 years of leadership experience,” said CEO Dr. William Miller. “His appointment is of significant importance as we leverage his unique background and perspective. We also strongly believe that improving the Board’s diversity with Sujeet’s appointment enhances creativity, promotes innovation and is in the best interests of our shareholders.”

In addition to his vast industry experience and leadership qualities, Dr. Chand was identified through a search process in connection with the Board’s desire for increased diversity.

About Dr. Sujeet Chand

Dr. Sujeet Chand has served as SVP and CTO of Rockwell Automation since 2005. From 2001 to 2005, Dr. Chand served as Rockwell Automation’s VP, Control Systems. Before joining Rockwell Automation, Dr. Chand served as COO for XAP Corporation from 1999 to 2001 and, from 1988 to 1999, Dr. Chand led research and development at Rockwell Scientific Company, a subsidiary of Rockwell International.

Dr. Chand holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree from Osmania University in India and, from the University of Florida, a Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering and a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering.

About Veeco

Veeco is an innovative manufacturer of semiconductor process equipment. Our proven ion beam, laser annealing, lithography, MOCVD, and single wafer etch & clean technologies play an integral role in the fabrication and packaging of advanced semiconductor devices. With equipment designed to optimize performance, yield, and cost of ownership, Veeco holds leading technology positions in the markets we serve.

For more information: https://www.veeco.com/

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