Oakville, ON, September 9, 2024—Polar Performance Materials, a leading company in advanced material solutions for high-performance applications, is excited to announce the appointment of Kyle Finleon as the new Vice President of Semiconductor Sales, effective September 9th, 2024. Kyle brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in the semiconductor industry, further strengthening Polar’s leadership team as the company expands its market presence.

Kyle Finleon joins Polar from CoorsTek, Inc., where he most recently served as the Senior Manager of Semiconductor Sales. During his tenure, Kyle successfully managed key accounts demonstrating exceptional leadership and strategic vision. His efforts led to a remarkable revenue growth from 2018 to 2022, underscoring his ability to drive business growth and cultivate strong customer relationships.

At Polar, Kyle will lead the semiconductor sales team, develop, and execute strategies to enhance their position in the market and drive revenue growth through innovative sales approaches. His extensive experience managing high-value accounts and his deep understanding of the semiconductor industry will be invaluable assets to the company as they continue to innovate, thrive, and deliver high-performance material solutions to their customers.

“We are thrilled to welcome Kyle Finleon to the Polar Performance Materials team,” said Polar’s CEO Hap Hewes. “Kyle’s expertise and leadership in the semiconductor space align perfectly with our growth objectives. We are confident that his contributions will be instrumental in achieving our strategic goals and expanding our footprint in the semiconductor market,” he added.

Kyle’s career highlights include serving as Global Account Manager at Kyocera International Inc., where he grew the AMAT account from $40 million to over $95 million within two years. He has also held key positions at Entegris and Applied Materials, managing global supply chain projects and leading successful cross-functional teams.

In addition to his extensive industry experience, Kyle holds an MBA with a concentration in Finance and International Business from Syracuse University’s Whitman School of Management. He is also a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and has received multiple awards for his outstanding contributions to the companies he has served.

Kyle is excited to join Polar and looks forward to contributing to the company’s continued success. “I am honored to be part of such a dynamic and forward-thinking organization,” Kyle exclaimed. “Their commitment to innovation and excellence in the semiconductor industry is truly inspiring, and I am eager to work with the team to drive our strategic vision forward.”

About Polar Performance Materials

Polar Performance Materials specializes in producing ultra-high purity alumina (HPA), a critical material used in green technologies such as LEDs, lithium-ion batteries, and semiconductors. They are based in Oakville, Ontario, and operate in a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Polar Performance Materials is a global leader in advanced material solutions, specializing in high-performance applications for the semiconductor, aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors. With a commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, Polar delivers innovative products and services that meet the most demanding performance requirements. For more information, visit https://www.polarpm.com/.

Contact:

Polar Performance Materials
2860 Plymouth Drive Oakville
ON L6H 5R4 Canada
+1 905-362-5401
[email protected]

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