Rick Wallace — All Star 2020

Summary : Rick Wallace: It’s been just over four years since the failed merger with Lam… long enough to demonstrate Rick’s extraordinary leadership skills

Rick Wallace — All Star 2020: It’s been just over four years since the failed merger with Lam… long enough to demonstrate Rick’s extraordinary leadership skills

Failed mergers can be especially dangerous, as a company will be adrift while the deal awaits approval
Worse, the best people typically leave for greener, less risky, pastures
Not only was Rick able to keep his people, he’s managed to be the first CEO at KLA to successfully set new directions outside the company’s core strength All while navigating the dangerous COVID-19 waters

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