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Paul Dickson

Paul Dickson has completed over $1B in business transactions over 30 years of international business experience. Mr. Dickson has worked in sales/marketing, operations, law and finance in industries such as advanced manufacturing, microelectronics, semiconductor, software, consumer, and food and beverage.

15 Ways to Increase your Microelectronics Company’s Value Before an Exit: Part 5

February 20th, 2023

In part 5, we discuss the significance of leading with a clear mission and values, putting to paper a growth plan, and staying aware of industry activity.

15 Ways to Increase Your Microelectronics Company’s Value Before an Exit: Part Four

February 2nd, 2023

In this installment, we discuss the importance of continuously honing your competitive advantage, the value of an opportunistic mindset, and the usefulness of documented systems.

15 Ways to Increase Your Microelectronics Company’s Value Before an Exit: Part Three

January 9th, 2023

In our third installment, we discuss practices that can help increase your company’s value while also supporting an easier transaction process.

15 Ways to Increase Your Microelectronics Company’s Value Before an Exit: Part Two

January 4th, 2023

In part two of our series, we dive into the importance of talent development, financial management, and supplier management.

15 Ways to Increase Your Microelectronics Company’s Value Before an Exit: Part One

December 14th, 2022

Despite ongoing shortages of microelectronics, demand for chips and other critical electronics, including PCBs, only continues to grow and shows no signs of slowing anytime soon.

What the CHIPS Act Could Mean for U.S. PCB and EMS Manufacturers

October 10th, 2022

The recently passed CHIPS Act and the introduction of the Supporting American Printed Circuit Boards (SAPCB) Act are promising developments, with the CHIPS Act providing $52 billion for semiconductor manufacturing incentives and research investments, plus the proposed $3 billion to support PCB and EMS production via SAPCB.

Why the U.S. Needs to Bring Significant Semiconductor Production Back Home

October 19th, 2021

The U.S. has lost millions of jobs over the past three decades to Asia. A decent amount of the production of cars, electronics, textiles and other things has relocated.

Author Archive

Paul Dickson

15 Ways to Increase your Microelectronics Company’s Value Before an Exit: Part 5

15 Ways to Increase Your Microelectronics Company’s Value Before an Exit: Part Four

15 Ways to Increase Your Microelectronics Company’s Value Before an Exit: Part Three

15 Ways to Increase Your Microelectronics Company’s Value Before an Exit: Part Two

15 Ways to Increase Your Microelectronics Company’s Value Before an Exit: Part One

What the CHIPS Act Could Mean for U.S. PCB and EMS Manufacturers

Why the U.S. Needs to Bring Significant Semiconductor Production Back Home

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