SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Rambus Inc. (NASDAQ: RMBS), one of the world's premier technology
licensing companies, today announced the appointment of Mr. Charles
Kissner as a director to its Board, effective July 26, 2012. Mr. Kissner
is an industry veteran with extensive experience in the wireless and
communications market.
"Chuck has a wealth of experience that makes him a valuable addition to
our Board," said J. Thomas Bentley, chairman of the Rambus Board of
Directors. "In addition to his leadership, Chuck brings to Rambus great
knowledge in the wireless and communications fields which will prove
helpful as we look to expand our footprint in these areas. We're pleased
to welcome Chuck to the board."
Mr. Kissner, who is Chairman of the Board at Aviat Networks, previously
served as Aviat's chief executive officer from June 2010 to July 2011.
Prior to Aviat Networks, Mr. Kissner was Chairman and CEO of Stratex
Networks, a leader in the microwave transmission market, vice president
and general manager of M/A-Com, Inc., a manufacturer of radio and
microwave communications products, President and CEO of Aristacom
International, and executive vice-president of Fujitsu Network
Switching, Inc. He also previously held a number of executive positions
at AT&T (now Alcatel-Lucent). Mr. Kissner has a BS from California State
Polytechnic University and an MBA from Santa Clara University.
About Rambus Inc.
Founded in 1990, Rambus is one of the world's premier technology
licensing companies. As a company of inventors, Rambus focuses on the
development of technologies that enrich the end-user experience of
electronic systems. Its breakthrough innovations and solutions help
industry-leading companies bring superior products to market. Rambus
licenses both its world-class patent portfolio, as well as its family of
leadership and industry-standard solutions. Rambus has offices in
California, North Carolina, Ohio, India, Germany, Japan, Korea, and
Taiwan. Additional information is available at www.rambus.com.
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Press Contact:
Rambus Public Relations
Carolyn
Robinson, 408-462-8717
crobinson@rambus.com
Source: Rambus Inc.
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