Technology >> CEO Interviews >> April 1, 1998

Brad Mattson – Mattson Technology (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: Give us a brief sketch, historical background on Mattson

Technology, and then bring us up to date, tell us what is the company

doing today.

Mr. Mattson: The semiconductor equipment