News: Microelectronics
29 July 2026
Wolfspeed adds Andy W. Mattes to board
Wolfspeed Inc of Durham, NC, USA — which makes silicon carbide (SiC) materials and power semiconductor devices — has appointed Andy W. Mattes to its board of directors.
Mattes is a technology executive with more than 40 years of leadership experience in the semiconductor and advanced technology industries. He previously served as public-company CEO of Coherent and Diebold Nixdorf and has held senior leadership roles at Hewlett Packard, Siemens and McKinsey & Company.
Mattes also has more than two decades of public-company board experience and currently serves on the board of AT&S AG, ams OSRAM AG and Cohu Inc.
Throughout his career, Mattes has built a strong record of strategic leadership, operational excellence and industry relationships, says Wolfspeed. His experience in technology, operations and corporate governance will support its focus on disciplined execution and long-term growth.
“Andy Mattes is a distinguished global technology leader whose experience and strategic perspective will be a tremendous asset to our board,” believes CEO Robert Feurle. “His proven leadership and industry expertise will be invaluable during this transformative period for the company as it executes its strategic priorities, reinforces its market leadership in silicon carbide, and capitalizes on compelling long-term opportunities,” he adds.
“Wolfspeed’s leadership in silicon carbide addresses critical needs across power electronics, electrification, energy efficiency and advanced industrial applications,” comments Mattes. “Robert Feurle and the management team have taken foundational steps over the past year to position the company for continued progress, and I look forward to partnering with the board and leadership team as Wolfspeed advances its strategy and creates long-term value for all stakeholders.”
