Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2026-02-17
MaxLinear Appoints Experienced Semiconductor Executive Kris Sennesael to Board of Directors
MaxLinear, Inc. announced on February 13, 2026, the appointment of Kris Sennesael to its Board of Directors. Sennesael, currently the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Western Digital, brings over 25 years of global financial and operational leadership in the semiconductor industry. He will serve as a Class I director with a term expiring at the Company's 2028 annual meeting of stockholders and has also been appointed to the Audit Committee. In connection with his appointment, Sennesael will receive a base annual retainer of $60,000 for his Board service and $10,000 for his Audit Committee role, along with a restricted stock award estimated at $380,000 on the grant date. The Company also intends to enter into a standard indemnification agreement with Sennesael, similar to those with other directors and executive officers.
- Filer
- MaxLinear Inc. MXL · NASDAQ
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- 0001288469-26-000017
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- 0001288469
- Signal
- High impactTechnology
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- Official filing on sec.gov ↗
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About MaxLinear Inc.
MaxLinear Inc. is a leading provider of radio-frequency (RF), analog, digital, and mixed-signal semiconductor solutions for broadband communications and wireless infrastructure. The company's products enable the delivery of high-speed data and multimedia content in various applications, including broadband access, Wi-Fi, datacenter connectivity, and industrial IoT. MaxLinear's solutions are critical in optimizing signal transmission and reception, enhancing data throughput, and improving the connectivity of devices. Serving industries such as telecommunications, home networking, and automotive electronics, MaxLinear plays a significant role in powering the growing demand for faster, more reliable internet and communication services. Founded in 2003 and based in Carlsbad, California, the company is well-positioned in the semiconductor market, working to advance the technology that supports critical connectivity infrastructure globally. MaxLinear’s dedication to innovation drives progress in achieving greater efficiency and miniaturization in electronic components, reinforcing its relevance in the rapidly evolving technological landscape.
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