DayStar Technologies, Inc. announced the appointment of Dr. Stephen DeLuca to the position of Chief Operating Officer. Dr. DeLuca brings to DayStar a wide range of relevant, in-depth experience and proven leadership acumen across a broad range of technology disciplines and has significant domestic and international semiconductor industry experience.
"Stephen's background and abilities in the semiconductor industry, along with his track record of success, will greatly complement DayStar's management team," stated DayStar Chairman and CEO Dr. John Tuttle. "DayStar is entering a critical phase in our corporate development, and Stephen's proven leadership will ensure the coordination of our growing operations as we continue to build momentum in reaching our goals."
Prior to joining Daystar, Dr. DeLuca spent 15 years at Inficon (and its predecessor Leybold Inficon), a global supplier of analytical instruments, sensors and process software to semiconductor and related manufacturing industries as well as environmental health and safety markets, most recently serving as Vice President of Worldwide Sales and Business Development.
Prior to his tenure at Inficon, Dr. DeLuca enjoyed an extensive career defined by various management and scientific positions at Leybold Inficon and served as a Research Assistant Professor at the Colorado School of Mines. Dr. DeLuca has authored ten scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals, and holds domestic and international patents.
