Microchip Appoints New COO and Announces Executive Retirement

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Simoncic as its new Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately. Simoncic, who has been with the company since 1990, previously served as Executive Vice President. Simultaneously, Stephen V. Drehobl, Senior Vice President of MCU 8 and MCU 16 Business Units, announced his retirement, effective June 7, 2024.

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