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20 PCB007 MAGAZINE I APRIL 2025 ing his time at IBM. He became well known at IBM as well as within IPC. Aer "retiring" from IBM, he continued to work in the industry as part of several consor- tia groups and became even more well known by those he worked with and those who con- sulted with him, including industry suppliers such as myself. Recognized for his significant contributions, he was also appreciated for his friendliness and willingness to team up and contribute, in addition to being a strong leader. His role was pivotal in driving the compa- nies he worked for, targeting their growth and innovation in various sectors, as well as their partnership with their suppliers and the IPC. He became chair of the IPC Roadmap Com- mittee in 2003 and created six different road- maps, all of which were published and are known worldwide today simply as "IPC Road- maps." e vital information and resources provided in the IPC Roadmap documents con- tinue to help companies globally as they make strategic decisions for long-range planning. At IPC, Jack held various positions respon- sible for overseeing departments and various projects. He received many awards over the years and developed many friendships includ- ing with myself. One of his favorite things to do was play golf, which he did oen and with many of us, especially when traveling to an industry event. His strategic vision and man- agement style were crucial in steering the com- pany he worked for and IPC toward achieving its goals. Jack is remembered for his inclusive and for- ward-thinking leadership style. He encour- aged open communication, shared values, and input from all team members, which led to a highly motivated and productive work- force. Jack's goal regarding his involvement at IPC was to continue driving IPC toward new heights and expanding it into new areas. His focus on embracing cutting-edge technologies and maintaining IPC's position as a leader in the industry successfully helped enhance its position in the industry.