From Lab to Leadership: David Fromm to Steer Promex's Next Chapter in Advanced Microelectronics

SANTA CLARA, Calif. – April 30, 2026 – In a significant move signaling a deepened commitment to technical innovation, Promex Industries and its QP Technologies division have appointed Dr. David Fromm as their new President and Chief Operating Officer. The appointment, effective immediately, places a leader with a profound background in scientific research and development at the helm of two key players in the mission-critical microelectronics assembly market.

Fromm takes over the presidential duties from Dick Otte, who has guided the organization for over three decades and will remain as CEO. The transition marks a strategic pivot, blending Otte's long-term vision with Fromm's expertise in advanced process development to navigate the increasingly complex demands of the defense, medical, and aerospace industries.

“After more than 30 years leading this organization, I am pleased to pass the role of president to David Fromm,” said Otte. “Dave has demonstrated a keen ability to develop advanced manufacturing processes our customers require while also managing the complexity of a growing business. He has the skills, drive, and vision to take our companies to the next stage of growth.”

A Leader Forged in Research and Development

Fromm’s appointment is notable for the depth of scientific acumen he brings to an executive leadership role. He holds a Ph.D. in physical chemistry from Stanford University and a B.A. in biochemistry from the University of Colorado Boulder. His career prior to joining Promex was rooted in cutting-edge R&D for next-generation hardware.

He served for over seven years as Director of Instrument Research at Cepheid, a leading molecular diagnostics company, and held key research positions at Agilent Technologies. This experience has given him a deep understanding of precision instrumentation and complex system integration. An accomplished innovator, Fromm is named on multiple patents covering technologies from molecular diagnostics systems to high-speed atomic force microscopy, underscoring his ability to translate theoretical science into practical application.

His journey at Promex has been one of rapid ascent. Since joining as Vice President of Engineering in March 2023, he was quickly promoted to Chief Operating Officer in August of the same year. In these roles, he was instrumental in developing specialized manufacturing processes for intricate microelectronics, earning the trust of a demanding customer base and company leadership. This fast-tracked progression highlights the significant impact he has already made and the confidence the organization has in his ability to lead its future.

Navigating the High-Stakes World of Microelectronics

Promex Industries, founded in 1975, and its QP Technologies division serve a market where failure is not an option. They specialize in the design, packaging, and assembly of microelectronic components for devices used in life-saving medical procedures, critical defense systems, and sophisticated aerospace applications. Their work is the unseen foundation enabling many of today's most advanced technologies.

The market is driven by powerful trends, including heterogeneous integration—the art of combining disparate types of chips into a single, powerful package—and relentless miniaturization. These trends create immense technical challenges that require a deep, first-principles understanding of materials science and physics, making Fromm's background particularly relevant.

Promex holds ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 certifications, critical for its role as a contract manufacturer for the medical and bioscience sectors. Meanwhile, QP Technologies provides quick-turn, onshore IC packaging services, a crucial capability for U.S. companies seeking supply chain security and high-quality domestic manufacturing. QP Technologies is also ITAR-registered and actively pursuing AS9100 certification, a move that will further solidify its position as a trusted partner for the demanding aviation, space, and defense industries.

A Strategic Vision for the Next Chapter

Fromm’s appointment is more than a simple leadership change; it represents a strategic alignment of the company’s leadership with its core mission: solving the hardest problems in microelectronics assembly. His unique history of having been a Promex customer for nearly a decade before joining the company provides him with an invaluable customer-focused perspective, particularly in the complex medical device sector.

This move is part of a broader organizational strategy to optimize for growth. Recent leadership appointments, including a new Director of Sales and Business Development, signal a clear intent to expand market presence and engage a wider set of customers who require the company's specialized, high-reliability services.

In his new role, Fromm will be responsible for translating strategic goals into operational reality across both Promex and QP Technologies. His focus will be on building upon the company's five-decade legacy of engineering excellence.

“I am honored to take on this role and excited about what lies ahead,” Fromm stated. “Over the decades, Promex and QP Technologies have built something truly special: a reputation for solving the hardest problems in microelectronics assembly and delivering for customers when it matters most. My focus will be on building on that foundation, investing in our people, expanding our capabilities, and continuing to be the partner our customers turn to for their most demanding applications. The market for advanced microelectronics assembly is growing, and I believe we are exceptionally well positioned to serve it. I look forward to leading this team into that next chapter.”

With a leader who has spent his career at the intersection of science and technology, Promex and QP Technologies are poised to not only meet the current demands of their critical markets but also to pioneer the manufacturing solutions that will enable the innovations of tomorrow.