Global semiconductor developer BluGlass Limited appointed CEO Jim Haden as Executive Director, subject to obtaining a Director's ID. Mr. Haden joined BluGlass as President in September 2021 and transitioned to CEO in March 2023. As CEO, Jim has led the business to secure strategic partnerships with the US Department of War (DoW), the Indian Ministry of Defence, and industry pioneers serving critical defence, aerospace and quantum verticals.
He spearheaded the acquisition of a dedicated Silicon Valley laser production facility (fab); enabling faster development and production, improved manufacturing quality, and the ability to pursue next-generation high-fidelity capabilities to capture high-growth precision markets. Jim is an industry veteran with more than three decades' laser expertise and a proven track record transitioning advanced technology businesses to profitable, high-growth commercial entities. Before joining BluGlass he held senior leadership positions at several of BluGlass' potential customers and competitors, including Kyocera SLD, nLight, Coherent and JDS Uniphase (now Lumentum).
Jim replaces Jean-Michel Pelaprat, who is stepping down as Non-Executive Director. The Board thanks Jean- Michel for his valuable industry perspectives and guidance over several years during the most critical development phase in the Company's history.
