LOCATION: California

RETAINED SEARCH PARTNER: Falcon Partners

SEARCH MANDATE: Our private equity client is seeking the right Chief Executive Officer to lead one of its portfolio companies, a semiconductor manufacturing business. The sponsor is bullish about its investment thesis in this newly acquired platform. They are prepared to invest heavily to drive the company's scale using both inorganic and organic methods.

COMPENSATION: A competitive salary, annual bonus, and wealth-building equity grant make for a compelling economic opportunity.

THE COMPANY:

• Business Model: Semiconductor parts, equipment servicing, and refurbished systems
• End Market: Semiconductor
• Revenue Range: Mid-market
• Hold Period: Exit planned for 2027
• Deal Structure: Control buyout

INVESTMENT THESIS: Transform the business and drive scale.

• Platform professionalization through processes and systems
• Leadership team development
• Amplified focus on organic growth to accelerate new global customer acquisition, drive increased parts volume and sell a greater number of refurbished machines annually
• Ensure continued focus on quality and service

THE SPONSOR: This California-based private equity firm supports founder- and family-owned businesses across the Western United States. The firm focuses on investments in services, technology, education, and specialty distribution companies. The firm thrives on transforming mission-critical service providers into market leaders.

CANDIDATE PROFILE: We seek a passionate, committed leader with a contagious will to win who can honor this company's past while also leading it into the future. Our ideal candidate's background most likely includes:

• Business Model: A semiconductor company or a highly specialized capital equipment manufacturing services company
• Orientation: We require a strong leader rooted in operational and commercial excellence who can unlock the potential and efficiency of a business.
• Private Equity: Preferred but not required

FALCON and its clients are equal opportunity employers. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, or any other protected status. FALCON encourages qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply.