Kurt Kwok

Kurt Kwok has extensive work experience in various roles at Applied Materials. Starting in 1991, they worked as an Account Technologist, responsible for managing joint development projects with key customers. Kurt then became the Product Marketing and Sales Director, achieving market share gain and managing regional sales operations. In 2000, they became the Account General Manager for Applied Materials South East Asia, managing key customer accounts and closing a significant order. From 2003 to 2005, they served as the Chief Marketing Officer for the Asia Region, improving business and company image through marketing events. From 2005 to 2012, they held the role of VP, Corporate Marketing at Applied Materials, responsible for building marketing capability and overseeing corporate branding and marketing communications. Kurt then transitioned to the role of VP, Global Sales and Field Operations, leading a strategic initiative impacting over 5000 employees worldwide.

Kurt Kwok attended St. Paul's Co-Ed for primary and secondary school from 1975 to 1986. Kurt then earned a BA in Physics from the University of California, Berkeley from 1987 to 1990. In 2000, they completed an Exec MBA in Business Administration and Management, General from Rutgers Business School. Later, in 2012 to 2013, Kurt attended Stanford University's Stanford Center for Professional Development, where they focused on Strategic Decision and Risk Management.