Electro Switch Appoints Shawn Smith as Chief Executive Officer and Matt Yopchick as Chief Financial Officer

WEYMOUTH, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Electro Switch Corp. (“Electro Switch” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer of engineered switches and related components for critical applications in the power, utility, data center, defense, and industrial markets, announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed Shawn Smith as Chief Executive Officer and Matt Yopchick as Chief Financial Officer.

Shawn Smith brings more than 30+ years of industry expertise and executive leadership experience to Electro Switch. He most recently served as Chief Executive Officer of Trachte, a manufacturer of custom-engineered control building solutions for the utility and data center markets. He previously held senior leadership roles at MTE Corporation, AMETEK, and Thomas & Betts (now ABB).

“I'm honored to step into this role and build on the strong foundation the team has created at Electro Switch," said Shawn Smith. "We have a tremendous opportunity to capitalize on long-term industry tailwinds and accelerate our commercial momentum while maintaining our unwavering commitment to deliver exceptional products and services to our customers.”

Matt Yopchick joins Electro Switch with tenured financial leadership experience in the industrial manufacturing sector. He most recently served as Chief Financial Officer of Precinmac, a manufacturer of precision components serving aerospace, defense, and other markets. He previously held senior finance positions at Galata Chemicals and Chemtura, and he started his career in the audit practice at PwC.

“This is an exciting time to join Electro Switch as the Company continues to execute against its long-term growth strategy,” said Matt Yopchick. “I look forward to partnering with Shawn and the leadership team to enhance our financial and operational capabilities and create lasting value for our customers, employees, and stakeholders.”

About Electro Switch Corp.

Electro Switch Corp. is a leading manufacturer of specialized electromechanical switches, relays, and components for customers in the power, utility, data center, defense, and industrial markets. Founded in 1946 and headquartered in Weymouth, MA, the Company goes to market with premier brands including Electroswitch, Sunrise Technologies, Ripley Lighting Controls, Digitran, Betatronix, CTI Electronics, CW Industries, and is recognized throughout the U.S. and around the world for delivering customized, application-specific solutions to meet the unique needs of its customers. For additional information, please visit Electro Switch’s website at www.electroswitchcorp.com.