Nabeel Gareeb was president and CEO of MEMC Electronic Materials from April 2002 until November 12, 2008. An operations executive who had previously served as chief operating officer of International Rectifier, he led MEMC through a restructuring and a manufacturing strategy centered on upgrading plants for larger 300 mm silicon wafers.
Who was Nabeel Gareeb?
Gareeb is best known for leading MEMC Electronic Materials, a manufacturer of electronic-grade silicon wafers used by semiconductor makers. He joined the company as president, CEO and a director in April 2002, and resigned from those positions in November 2008.
His appointment came during a difficult period for MEMC. EE Times reported in 2002 that the company had fallen short of cash in the second half of 2001 and was undertaking a major restructuring when it appointed Gareeb.
What did MEMC make, and what was its strategy under Gareeb?
MEMC supplied electronic-grade silicon wafers to semiconductor manufacturers. In 2005, EE Times described it as the world’s third-largest silicon-wafer supplier. The company’s manufacturing strategy included upgrading existing plants from 200 mm to 300 mm production rather than building entirely new plants.
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Repair common Windows errors and clear accumulated junk for a smoother, more stable PC - no reinstall needed.Free scan · no reinstallGareeb emphasized bringing a customer perspective to the company. In 2002, he told EE Times: “I look forward to bringing the customer’s perspective to MEMC, a pioneer in the silicon wafer industry. This perspective will be extremely valuable in shaping and executing our long-term strategy for the benefit of MEMC’s customers, stockholders, and employees.”
When was Gareeb CEO of MEMC?
| Period | Role or event |
|---|---|
| April 2002 | Joined MEMC as president, CEO and director. |
| October 30, 2008 | MEMC announced his resignation. |
| November 12, 2008 | Stepped down as CEO and director; Marshall Turner became interim CEO. |
| Through December 31, 2008 | Stayed employed to assist with the transition, according to an SEC disclosure. |
In MEMC’s October 30, 2008 announcement, Gareeb said: “I am proud of the foundation we have established at MEMC over the course of the last seven years.”
What did Gareeb do before MEMC?
Gareeb joined International Rectifier in 1992 as vice president of manufacturing and later became its chief operating officer. In that role, he oversaw worldwide operations, research and development, marketing, and related administrative functions. He moved from International Rectifier to MEMC in April 2002.
What career growth figures are associated with his tenure?
A biography hosted by Soitec, in a document dating to around 2018, says Gareeb spent “10 years” at International Rectifier and describes the company reaching annual revenue of “$1 billion” after the period it covers. The same biography attributes to his MEMC period annual revenue of “$2 billion” and a peak market capitalization of “$20 billion.” These are figures presented by that company-hosted biography, not independently verified financial analysis.
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What did Gareeb do after leaving MEMC?
The dated materials summarized here establish that he left MEMC’s CEO and director roles in November 2008 and remained through year-end to support the transition. They do not establish a verified current employer or public role for him.
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