Management Changes in OSRAM's LED Business in North America

In his newly created role, Shottes will be responsible for the development, marketing and sale of professional solid state lighting (SSL) solutions across North America. “Tom Shottes is the ideal choice to lead OSRAM SYLVANIA’s professional SSL business,” said Rick Leaman OSRAM SYLVANIA president and CEO. “Tom’s many years of experience in LEDs and deep understanding of the lighting business are a powerful combination.” Tom Shottes started his career with OSRAM Opto Semiconductors in 1998, where among other positions, he worked in the area of LED for automotive lighting. Before becoming President of OSRAM Opto Semiconductors Inc. Tom was Vice President of Sales and Marketing with the company. Tom holds a degree in Business Administration from Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts.

Don Klase has worked in the semiconductor industry for 26 years and has held management positions of increasing responsibility in Sales and Marketing at OSRAM Opto Semiconductors Inc. In 1997, he joined Siemens Microelectronics and later transitioned to OSRAM Opto Semiconductors in 2004. Don last held the post of Vice President of Sales at the OSRAM subsidiary. He holds degrees from The Pennsylvania State University (Electrical Engineering Technology) and LinfieldCollege (Management)