Bel Prepares for Growth with Three Executive Promotions
January 03 2023 - 04:05PM
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Bel Fuse Inc. (Nasdaq: BELFA and BELFB), a leading
global manufacturer of products that power, protect and connect
electronic circuits, today announces three internal promotions to
the executive team effective as of January 1, 2023.
Lynn Hutkin was appointed Vice President of
Financial Reporting and Investor Relations. Lynn has been with Bel
for 15 years in roles with increasing responsibilities in the areas
of corporate accounting, financial reporting and investor
relations. She has been instrumental in streamlining accounting
processes and leveraging Bel’s new ERP system to identify actions
needed to drive improvements in financial performance. Lynn earned
her Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy from Bentley University and is
a Certified Public Accountant.
Joe Berry was appointed Vice President of Magnetic
Solutions. Joe came to Bel through the acquisition of Lucent
Technologies’ Transformer and Inductor Division in 1999. In his
prior role as Director of Operations and most recently as General
Manager of Bel Magnetic Solutions, he has been an important
contributor to the success of the Magnetic Solutions segment. Joe
earned his Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from
UMass-Lowell, his Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from
Northeastern University and received his MBA from Southern
Methodist University.
Kenneth Lai commenced his new role as Vice
President of Asia Operations effective January 1, 2023 as
previously announced. Kenneth came to Bel through the acquisition
of TE Connectivity’s TRP Connector division in 2013. Following
Bel’s acquisition of the Power-One business in 2014, Kenneth was
appointed as General Manager of our Bel Power Solutions Gongming
factory and successfully transformed the operation into a world
class manufacturing site for power supplies. Kenneth has expertise
in Lean methodology and deep knowledge of Bel’s Asia operations.
Kenneth earned his Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics from
Hong Kong Polytechnic University and completed a mini-EMBA program
by Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.
CEO Dan Bernstein stated, “The Board is delighted
to recognize all three of these outstanding achievers at Bel. They
will play an integral role in meeting the goals Bel has set forth
that include long term growth, expanding market share, operational
excellence and financial health. Lynn, Joe and Kenneth were
graduates of Bel’s Leadership Program in 2021 and have continuously
contributed to our operational, financial and business improvements
throughout their tenure. Their ongoing performance and leadership
will allow Bel to remain committed to a culture of strategic
improvements that drive long-term shareholder and stakeholder
value.”
About BelBel (NASDAQ: BELFA and
BELFB) designs, manufactures and markets a broad array of products
that include circuit protection, connectors, cable assemblies,
discrete components, magnetics and power supplies. The Company
serves a global market and operates facilities around the
world.
Company Contact:Farouq
Tuweiq Chief Financial
Officer ir@belf.com
Investor Contact:Three Part
AdvisorsJean Marie Young, Managing Director or Steven Hooser,
Partner631-418-4339
Media Contacts:Bel Fuse Inc. Kelly
WiggintonKelly.Wigginton@belf.com
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