Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2025-08-04
AXT, Inc. Appoints New Board Member and Audit Committee Chair
On July 29, 2025, AXT, Inc. announced the appointment of Mr. Leonard J. Leblanc to its Board of Directors, effective immediately, to fill the vacancy due to the passing of Ms. Christine Russell. Mr. Leblanc, who previously served as a director from April 2003 to December 2021, will serve as a non-independent director until January 1, 2026. The Board also appointed Mr. Jesse Chen as the Chair of the Audit Committee, effective immediately. Mr. Chen, an independent director, is an audit committee financial expert as defined by SEC rules. Mr. Leblanc will receive compensation under the Company's non-employee director policy and there are no arrangements or understandings related to his appointment. There are no family relationships with other directors or officers.
- Filer
- Axt, Inc. AXTI · NASDAQ
- Filed
- Accession
- 0001437749-25-024601
- CIK
- 0001051627
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- High impactTechnology
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- Official filing on sec.gov ↗
Items reported
Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers
Financial Statements and Exhibits
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About Axt, Inc.
Axt, Inc. is a leading producer of high-performance compound semiconductor substrates. These substrates, such as gallium arsenide (GaAs), enable the efficient functioning of a diverse range of electronic and optoelectronic devices. Axt, Inc. plays a crucial role in enhancing the performance of high-frequency, high-power, and optically sensitive applications. The primary use of these substrates is found in industries like telecommunications, light-emitting diodes (LEDs), and solar cells. With its production facilities located primarily in China, Axt, Inc. serves a global market, catering to technology companies that require high-quality semiconductor materials. Through its extensive research and development initiatives, the company continually innovates to meet the growing demand for substrate materials that support advanced technology products. As a significant provider in the semiconductor supply chain, Axt, Inc. contributes to the advancement of next-generation technologies, supporting sectors that are critical to modern electronics and renewable energy solutions.
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