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Mastering Economic Challenges and Talent Scarcity in EMS: Insights from Intervala CEO Teresa Huber at APEX 2024

EMS@C-LEVEL · 23 Apr 2024 · 7m

What this episode covers

Teresa Huber, President & CEO of Intervala, discusses how the company navigates economic volatility and talent scarcity by focusing on insulated sectors like defense and medical. She highlights the ongoing constraint of unique semiconductors and microprocessors, noting that while general inventory has eased, specific components remain difficult to source. Huber details Intervala's aggressive talent strategy, which includes an internal recruiting team, partnerships with local universities for degree programs, and initiatives to hire neurodiverse workers and women in STEM.

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Intervala, Koh Young, Global Electronics Association
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APEX 2024

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