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CEO and Co-Founder of PRIMEPULSE Klaus Weinmann at KATEK's Festival fo Electronics

EMS@C-LEVEL · 23 Mar 2023 · 6m

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Klaus Weinmann, CEO and Co-Founder of PRIMEPULSE, discusses his investment firm's strategy with host Philip Stoten at KATEK's Festival of Electronics. Weinmann explains how PRIMEPULSE acquired KATEC and other EMS companies to create a technology-oriented investment vehicle focused on driving mutual value through deep technical environments. The conversation highlights KATEC's shift from pure manufacturing to engineering and software development, leveraging AI and IoT trends to maintain growth despite economic headwinds.

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PRIMEPULSE, KATEC, Stekka, Koh Young, Global Electronics Association
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