Amtech Systems, Inc. announced a leadership transition plan effective August 13, 2026. Chief Executive Officer Robert C. Daigle will retire from his role and transition to Executive Chairman of the Board. He will be succeeded as CEO by the company's current President and Chief Operating Officer, Guy Shechter.
Key Details
- Leadership Transition: The changes are effective August 13, 2026. Mr. Daigle's retirement is not the result of any disagreement with the company.
- Outgoing CEO Agreement: As Executive Chairman, Mr. Daigle entered a two-year employment agreement with a $300,000 annual base salary and received a grant of 50,000 restricted stock units (RSUs) vesting over two years.
- Incoming CEO Appointment: Guy Shechter will also continue to serve as President and has been appointed to the Board of Directors. In connection with his appointment, he received a grant of 25,000 RSUs vesting over three years.