Tod Higinbotham

For more than 25 years he has led technology companies, with a primary focus on advanced materials in the semiconductor, display, and solar markets.

Mr. Higinbotham served as Executive VP of Microelectronics for ATMI Inc., from 2007-2013. He led the rapid growth of the business, which was sold for over $1 billion. Before that, as GM for the Materials Division, he restructured and refocused the company on core competencies and collaborated directly with customers to develop innovative solutions. Prior to joining ATMI, he was Director of Sales and Marketing for the Electronic Materials Division of Komatsu, Ltd.

Mr. Higinbotham earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Portland State University and an MBA from the University of Washington. He is a regular speaker in the U.S. and Asia on leadership, materials technology trends, and breaking down the cultural barriers in global business.