Technology >> CEO Interviews >> November 27, 2000

Brad Mattson – Mattson Technology Inc (mtsn)

BRAD MATTSON is Chief Executive Officer of Mattson Technology, Inc. He is recognized for both his technical expertise and leadership qualities in the semiconductor equipment industry. Mr. Mattson founded Mattson Technology in November 1988 and has served as the CEO since the company's inception. He is also the founder of Novellus Systems, Inc. and served as its President and CEO from 1983 to 1987. Prior to his post at Novellus Systems, Mr. Mattson held executive positions at Applied Materials and LFE Corporation. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Aeronautical Engineering and a Master's of Business Administration from Santa Clara University. Profile
TWST: Could we please begin with an overview of Mattson Technology?

Mr. Mattson: The company is 11 years old, and was founded in 1989. We've

always been in the semiconductor equipment