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78 PCB007 MAGAZINE I NOVEMBER 2025 most of the Cimnet folks to attend, as we had stayed friends even after we left Cimnet. I saw folks from India, Scotland, and various parts of Asia, whom I had brought to the U.S. to work (legally), and they all had made good lives for themselves. Most had wives and kids. I was so proud to see the impact I'd had on so many lives around the world. Even today, that is what I am most proud of. What are some personal milestones in your life you are proud of? I think taking the jump to start a business in my basement was a key milestone for me. If not, I would likely still be working for the U.S. government. What are your hobbies or ways to spend your time that help create a work-life balance? I'm an avid photographer. You can see my work at mehuldave.com. I've run over 10 full marathons, though my knees won't allow me to run anymore. I'm also an avid cyclist, and I love to cook. When we had a North America team meeting for Link- age in Minneapolis, I cooked a full Indian meal from scratch for over 25 people. What do you most enjoy about your current work? I'm involved in several businesses, but my primary focus is currently on Linkage Technologies. As chair, I view my job as creating an amazing culture for our people. It's funny, right after I sold my software busi- ness, Cimnet, I sat down and created a set of values that I would embrace if I ever were to start a new business. Well, now I have 10, and these values are the cornerstone of our success at Linkage. The team we have put together is the most cohesive, high-functioning team I've ever been part of. The PCB manufacturing industry has always been an exciting place to be, but it's tough. The PCB manufacturing industry has always been an exciting place to be, but it's tough, which is why perspective is so important. What words of wisdom can you share about surviving and thriving in this industry? It feels like once you're involved in this industry, it seeps into your blood. I believe right now is the most exciting time in our industry. With so many things changing (the global world order being at the top of the list), we must be nimble and creative in serving the industry. I think it's great! What is your view of the future of business and industry in the coming years and decades? What do you hope for our business? I think the slogan that sticks is, "Chips don't float " PCBs are here to stay, and our industry is the heart of electronics and will keep growing and reinvent- ing itself. I see nothing but sustained growth in the years ahead. PCB007