1997 to Present - Board of Directors, Microchip Technology Incorporated; Audit Committee Chair since 1997; Lead Independent Director since 2024 2007 to 2018 - CEO, Northwest Evaluation Association 2002 to 2006 - Chair and CEO, Centrisoft Corporation 1987 to 2000 - CEO, Concentrex Incorporated Membership on Other Public Boards: 1987 to 2000 - Concentrex Incorporated, Board Chair Education: J.D. from the University of Oregon School of Law B.S. in Economics from the University of Portland The Board concluded that Mr. Chapman should be nominated to serve as a director based on his significant CEO-level experience at several corporations. The Board also recognizes Mr. Chapman's experience in financial matters, management, and public company governance, which qualifies him as an audit committee financial expert under applicable rules and makes him well-suited to serve as Chair of the Board's Audit Committee. Additionally, the Board has appointed Mr. Chapman as the Lead Independent Director, recognizing his leadership skills and ability to provide independent oversight and guidance.