FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Dayton, OH, April 29, 2026: The MMEC today announced the appointment of Dr. John M. Horack, Vice President for Research and leader for the Enterprise for Research, Innovation and Knowledge at The Ohio State University, to its Board of Directors.
Dr. Horack brings extensive experience in research leadership, innovation ecosystems, and cross-sector collaboration to MMEC’s governing body. In his role at Ohio State, he leads one of the nation’s largest and most comprehensive research enterprises, driving strategic initiatives that accelerate discovery, commercialization, and workforce development. These key priorities are strategically aligned with MMEC’s mission to strengthen the U.S. microelectronics ecosystem.
“Dr. Horack’s leadership at one of the country’s premier research institutions makes him an exceptional addition to our Board,” said Jackie Janning-Lask, CEO of MMEC. “His expertise in building high-impact research programs and fostering collaboration across academia, industry, and government will be instrumental as we continue to scale innovation, strengthen the domestic microelectronics supply chain, and deliver critical capabilities to the nation.”
Dr. Horack expressed enthusiasm about joining MMEC at a pivotal time for the microelectronics sector. “I am honored to join the MMEC Board of Directors and support its mission to advance secure, domestic microelectronics innovation,” said Dr. Horack. “The opportunity to align research, workforce development, and industry capabilities through a collaborative ecosystem like MMEC is essential to maintaining U.S. technological leadership and national security.”
As a Board member, Dr. Horack will contribute to MMEC’s strategic direction, helping to expand partnerships, accelerate technology transition, and enhance the organization’s role as a national leader in microelectronics innovation.
About MMEC
MMEC leads the acceleration of microelectronic technologies and delivers solutions to establish a trusted and resilient domestic supply chain. The MMEC is the premier collaborative, public-private ecosystem, that engages broadly across innovative partners in industry, academia and government to rapidly advance defense and commercial applications. This unique environment empowers members to discover new technologies, share capabilities, develop a skilled workforce and launch groundbreaking innovation into scalable commercial production for the benefit of National Security and economic dominance.
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