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The Global Electronics Association seeks a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to serve as a key partner to the CEO, responsible for both the operational excellence of today's business and the strategic execution of tomorrow's vision.

The ideal candidate is a data-driven change agent with a proven track record of leading complex global programs and a strategic visionary who can execute a digital transformation.
Reporting to the CEO, the COO will be responsible for the operational execution and P&L for the Association's global Standards, Certifications, Workforce Training, and Technology Solutions. 

The COO will serve as a primary decision-maker for core internal operations, in support of the CEO, to align priorities and ensure organizational execution. This is a leadership role for an executive who can accelerate performance while serving as a business conductor, harmonizing the distinct visions of our education, solutions, and standards functions.

Key Responsibilities
•    Strategic Execution & P&L Management:
o    Partner with the CEO and the executive team to develop and execute the organization's strategic plan, with a particular focus on the core education, standards, and solutions functions. The COO will ensure internal business strategies are cohesive and actionable.
o    Serve as the operational bridge between the CEO and the rest of the business, ensuring resources are aligned with strategic priorities.
o    Assume high-level P&L responsibility for the Association's core business units, maintaining a quarterly focus on financial health to ensure the business meets revenue and growth targets.
o    Develop a 5 year integrated solution roadmap for the Association’s members/industry.
o    Partner globally, both internally and externally, on go-to-market approaches, new product introduction (NPI) systems, and complex reporting relationships.
o    This role is responsible for driving productivity/efficiency with measurable results.

•    Operational Excellence:
o    Drive a culture of "better, stronger, faster," accelerating the pace of operational improvements and cutting down the time required to transform business processes.
o    Establish and enforce operational standards, processes, and performance metrics (KPIs) across all business units to drive efficiency, quality, and consistency.
o    Lead cross-functional coordination to ensure a seamless member experience, resolving operational bottlenecks that impede progress.
o    Collaborate with the heads and expert leads of standards, education, and technology solutions to continually optimize the Associaton’s efforts to serve the membership in these key areas.

•    Digital Transformation & B2P Leadership:
o    Work closely with the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Global Officer to ensure member-facing digital products (LMS, professional community, subscriptions, etc.) are integrated and aligned with member needs and future-facing systems to better serve the membership and the industry.
o    Champion the exploration and, if adopted, the execution of the Association's expansion to include a B2P model in conjunction with classic B2B.
o    Develop and scale new business models, ensuring the systems and voice of the member are central to the transformation.

•    Program & Product Leadership:
o    Act as a conductor for the business: Empower leaders responsible for standards, certification, and education to cast the strategic vision for their specific domains, while ensuring these distinct strategies work together cohesively.
o    Provide senior leadership to ensure all programs deliver exceptional member value and are positioned for future growth.
o    Enhance product adoption success by leading within this team NPI efforts while collaborating with other peer executives’ (CGO, CFO, CCO, etc.) teams. 
o    This is a leadership role designed for an executive who can manage and scale our established B2B standards business while simultaneously exploring and championing a new, direct-to-professional (B2P) digital ecosystem.

•    Team Leadership & Mentorship:
o    Manage, mentor, inspire, and retain a team of senior leaders, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
o    Foster an environment where direct reports feel empowered and engaged, ensuring they see the new reporting structure as an enabler of their success.
o    Build a collaborative, high-trust culture across the senior leadership team.

Requirements
•    Experience: 15+ years of progressive senior leadership experience, with a minimum of 5+ years managing a significant P&L in a complex, global organization.
•    Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree is strongly preferred.

•    Core Skills:
o    Operational Acumen: Expertise in setting and managing KPIs, building scalable operational systems, and managing budgets across multiple business lines. Strong experience driving efficiencies, P&L leadership, and global program management is required.
o    Operational Velocity: Demonstrated ability to accelerate business performance and drive transformation on aggressive timelines.
o    Strategic Vision & Integrative Leadership: Expert at managing diverse business lines and knitting them into a cohesive operational strategy. Demonstrated ability to think "what's next" and champion new strategic directions.
o    Digital Transformation: Proven experience leading the development of member-facing digital products (e.g., LMS, professional community, subscriptions) and new business models.
o    Executive Leadership: Proven ability to manage and mentor senior-level VPs and directors. The VP of Education, VP of Standards, and VP of Technology will report into this role.
o    Executive EQ & Retention: High emotional intelligence with a specific ability to empower and retain senior executives during times of organizational change, ensuring they feel supported, committed, and successful in a new reporting structure.
o    Collaboration: Proven ability to partner closely with C-suite peers (CIO, CGO, and CFO) to drive systems and member-centric outcomes.

•    Preferred Qualifications:
o    While experience in the electronics industry, a standards body, or a trade association is helpful, it is not required for candidates who demonstrate exceptional operational and leadership capabilities.
o    Experience building a B2P/B2C business model that coexists with B2B.
Compensation & Environment
•    The salary for this senior executive role is highly competitive and will be commensurate with experience.
•    The Global Electronics Association offers a comprehensive benefits package and a hybrid work environment. This position reports to the CEO and has 3 executive direct reports in Education, Standards & Technology.

The Global Electronics Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a competitive salary and excellent employee benefit and has a hybrid work environment. Position Is US based.
The pay range for this position is $375K+. The Global Electronics Association considers education, experience, internal equity, and other qualifying criteria to determine starting payrates. In addition to compensation benefits, GEA offers a variety of health and welfare benefits, based on eligibility, including job status/hours worked each week.

Please send resume and cover letter to e-mail: lyssabernstein@electronics.org. Subject line should say: COO

The Global Electronics Association, formerly known as IPC, is the leading voice of the $6 trillion global electronics industry. Since 1957, we’ve supported the growth and success of more than 3,000 member companies across the electronics supply chain, from design and printed boards to advanced packaging, assembly, and testing.

As a member-driven organization, we deliver internationally recognized standards, trusted certification programs, workforce education, market intelligence, and public policy advocacy to strengthen and advance the global electronics ecosystem. Our mission is to enable better electronics for a better world through smarter collaboration, resilient supply chains, and shared innovation.

With global headquarters in Bannockburn, Illinois, the Global Electronics Association has operations in Belgium, China, Germany, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, and the United States and a presence across dozens more countries to support its members.
 

As the Director of Policy Communications and Public Affairs, you will lead strategic communications to advance our policy goals and enhance our public affairs presence. This role reports into the Chief Communications Officer and collaborates closely with the Government Relations team.

RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Direct communications for policy efforts, which includes development and implementation of global and regional policy communications strategies.
•    Collaborate closely with the government relations, global office, and other association teams.
•    Develop messaging, press releases, op-eds, blogs, speeches, and social content to communicate and advance policy goals.
•    Coordinate communications efforts with external partners, including advocacy groups, coalitions, government agencies, industry and related trade organizations, and other relevant audiences and partners.
•    Build relationships with and ensure ongoing engagement with policy advocates, lawmakers, industry, policy-focused media, and other influencers to further the organization’s policy goals.
•    Prepare spokespeople for media interviews, policy meetings, and public appearances related to policy issues.

REQUIREMENTS
•    8+ years of experience in strategy communications, public affairs, or public policy-related communications.
•    Bachelor’s degree in communications, Marketing, Public Affairs /Policy or related. 
•    Deep understanding of government processes, policy development, the media landscape, and their working relationships.
•    Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic communications initiatives focused on policy issues.
•    Ability to translate complex policy information into accessible, engaging content.
•    Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, including executive presence and confidence to share strategy and counsel with senior leadership a plus.
•    Preferred experience in a communications position on Capitol Hill or in a policy role.

The Global Electronics Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a competitive salary and excellent employee benefits. The Association has a hybrid work environment. Position reports to the Washington D.C. office.  

The pay range for this position is $115K+. The Global Electronics Association considers education, experience, internal equity, and other qualifying criteria to determine starting payrates. In addition to compensation benefits, the Association offers a variety of health and welfare benefits, based on eligibility, including job status/hours worked each week.

Please send resume and cover letter to e-mail: lyssabernstein@electronics.org. Subject line should say: POLICYCOMMS.

The Global Electronics Association, formerly known as IPC, is the leading voice of the $6 trillion global electronics industry. Since 1957, we’ve supported the growth and success of more than 3,000 member companies across the electronics supply chain, from design and printed boards to advanced packaging, assembly, and testing.

As a member-driven organization, we deliver internationally recognized standards, trusted certification programs, workforce education, market intelligence, and public policy advocacy to strengthen and advance the global electronics ecosystem. Our mission is to enable better electronics for a better world through smarter collaboration, resilient supply chains, and shared innovation.

With global headquarters in Bannockburn, Illinois, the Global Electronics Association has operations in Belgium, China, Germany, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, and the United States and a presence across dozens more countries to support its members.
 

We are seeking a highly organized, proactive Marketing Coordinator to help keep our marketing team aligned, on track, and executing efficiently. This role is central to day-to-day marketing operations, acting as the connective tissue between strategy and execution. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at managing details and deadlines, and enjoys supporting digital marketing initiatives across multiple channels. 

The Marketing Coordinator plays a critical role in ensuring our marketing team operates efficiently and delivers high-quality work on time. By keeping projects organized and providing hands-on digital marketing support, this role helps turn strategy into execution, and execution into results.

Responsibilities

Team & Project Coordination
•    Maintain marketing calendars, timelines, and project plans to ensure campaigns and initiatives stay on schedule.
•    Track tasks, deadlines, and dependencies across the marketing team and follow up to keep work moving forward.
•    Coordinate meetings, agendas, and action items, ensuring clear communication and accountability.
•    Serve as a central point of contact for marketing projects, helping prioritize requests and manage workloads.
•    Support cross-functional collaboration with design, sales, product, and external partners.

Digital Marketing Support
•    Assist with the execution of digital marketing campaigns across email, website, social media, and paid channels.
•    Support content publishing workflows, including blog posts, landing pages, email campaigns, and social posts.
•    Help manage marketing tools and platforms (e.g., email marketing systems, CMS, project management software).
•    Assist with basic marketing analytics and reporting, including pulling data and organizing campaign results.
•    Track, monitor, and compile marketing and campaign performance data into regular reports for key digital metrics and team review.
•    Assist in maintaining and segmenting marketing lists as needed for campaigns and analysis.
•    Coordinate asset creation and approvals for digital campaigns, ensuring materials are delivered on time.

Operational & Administrative Support
•    Maintain organized documentation, processes, and templates for marketing workflows.
•    Support budget tracking, vendor coordination, and purchase requests as needed.
•    Ensure brand and messaging consistency across marketing materials.
•    Identify opportunities to improve processes, tools, and team efficiency.

Requirements
•    At least 1.5 years of experience in marketing coordination, marketing operations, or digital marketing support.
•    Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
•    Familiarity with digital marketing channels such as email, social media, websites, and paid media.
•    Experience using project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, Monday, or similar).
•    Comfortable working with marketing platforms such as email marketing tools and content management systems.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•    A natural organizer who enjoys helping others stay focused and productive.
•    Must be proactive, dependable, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities.
•    Collaborative team player who thrives behind the scenes making things run smoothly.
•    Detail-oriented marketer who understands how digital campaigns come together from start to finish.

Global Electronics Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a competitive salary and excellent employee benefits.  The Association has a hybrid work environment. Position reports to the Bannockburn, IL office.   

The pay range for this position is $50-55K+Global Electronics Association considers education, experience, internal equity, and other qualifying criteria to determine starting payrates. In addition to compensation benefits, and offers a variety of health and welfare benefits, based on eligibility, including job status/hours worked each week. 

Please send resume and cover letter to e-mail: lyssabernstein@electronics.org. Subject line should say: MKTG

 The Global Electronics Association, formerly known as IPC, is the leading voice of the $6 trillion global electronics industry. Since 1957, we’ve supported the growth and success of more than 3,000 member companies across the electronics supply chain, from design and printed boards to advanced packaging, assembly, and testing.

As a member-driven organization, we deliver internationally recognized standards, trusted certification programs, workforce education, market intelligence, and public policy advocacy to strengthen and advance the global electronics ecosystem. Our mission is to enable better electronics for a better world through smarter collaboration, resilient supply chains, and shared innovation.

With global headquarters in Bannockburn, Illinois, the Global Electronics Association has operations in Belgium, China, Germany, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, Taiwan, and the United States and a presence across dozens more countries to support its members.

The Global Electronics Association is seeking a Technology Solutions Subject Matter Expert (SME) Consultant based in Taiwan. Reporting to the Vice President of Technology Solutions, this externally facing consulting role serves as a senior technical expert and industry convener, supporting the Association’s global technology programs with a strong regional focus on Taiwan.

This role plays a critical part in shaping next-generation electronics manufacturing and advanced electronic packaging across the supply chain in Taiwan, East Asia, and globally. The consultant will work directly with OEMs, semiconductor and packaging companies, OSATs, substrate and PCB manufacturers, EMS/ODM providers, equipment suppliers, and research organizations to identify emerging technical challenges and drive the development of guidelines, standards, roadmaps, workshops, and training aligned with industry needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Technology Expertise & Advisory Leadership

Serve as a senior subject matter expert across component-level and system-level packaging, providing technical insight spanning advanced packaging, substrates, HDI/UHDI PCBs, assembly, test, and reliability. Advise on package-to-PCB-to-system integration topics including materials, design considerations, manufacturing processes, digital manufacturing, and scalability challenges for advanced electronic systems.

NextGen Guidelines, Standards & Roadmap Development

Drive the identification, development, and execution of new guidelines, standards, and technical reports aligned with emerging industry requirements. Contribute expert input to technology roadmaps, white papers, and position statements addressing advanced packaging, substrates, PCB technologies, advanced assembly, digital manufacturing, quality and reliability, and sustainability.

Industry & Ecosystem Engagement

Act as a technical liaison within Taiwan’s electronics ecosystem, engaging OEMs, semiconductor and packaging companies, OSATs, substrate and PCB manufacturers, EMS/ODM providers, equipment suppliers, and regional research partners. Foster new partnerships and collaborative initiatives across industry, academia, and government-aligned research organizations to strengthen regional and global alignment.

Workgroup Formation & Community Building

Establish and lead multi-company technical workgroups, including Taiwan-focused AEP and ADEPT initiatives. Coordinate cross-company technical activities, guide technical direction, and apply data-driven approaches to address complex challenges; translating technical issues into clear opportunities and actionable outcomes. Grow and sustain a strong technical community within Taiwan.

Workshops, Events & Thought Leadership

Lead and support technical workshops, conferences, webinars, and industry forums across Taiwan and the region, while delivering senior-level thought leadership that informs industry dialogue and advances Technology Solutions priorities.

Training & Knowledge Development

Provide expert input to inform training materials, educational modules, and best-practice guidance. Identify gaps and opportunities for future Technology Solutions offerings, ensuring content reflects real-world manufacturing, design, and system deployment needs.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a technology-related field
• Master’s degree or PhD preferred; business degree (e.g., MBA) a plus
• 15+ years of experience within the electronics industry, with demonstrated technical leadership and sustained industry contributions
• Deep subject matter expertise in either or both:
o Component-level packaging (CLP), including next-generation packaging, advanced substrates, assembly, test, and reliability
o System-level packaging (SLP), including design, materials, assembly, test, and sub-system/final system reliability
• Broad technical and supply-chain experience across electronic hardware systems, including materials, design, HDI/UHDI PCBs, IDM/OSAT, EMS/ODM, digital manufacturing, and complex integrated systems
• Proven experience coordinating/leading multi-company technical collaborations, working groups, consortia
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to lead and influence diverse technical stakeholders
• Willingness to travel regionally and internationally (~15%) as required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience supporting AI/HPC systems, automotive/e-mobility, industrial, or aerospace & defense electronics
• Prior involvement in industry standards development, technology roadmaps, or training programs
• Strong technical program or project management experience (PMP or equivalent preferred)
• Background in statistical methods, data analysis, or structured problem-solving (BB/MBB a plus)

This role is a flexible consulting/contract engagement, estimated at 60–70 hours per month, structured to align with the Global Electronics Association’s Technology Solutions strategic initiatives and program needs. The Global Electronics Association dba IPC International, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please send resume and cover letter to e-mail: mattkelly@electronics.org. Subject line should say: Taiwan Consultant, Advanced Electronic Packaging.