To: George Dawson who wrote (28973 ) 3/6/2002 1:26:14 PM From: J Fieb Respond to of 29386 Qs Tom Anderson former Q officer and former MSU alumnus keeps himself busy...go Tom A., Tom Anderson Named to Microsemi Board of Directors; Former QLogic Chief Financial Officer High-Tech Veteran IRVINE, Calif., Mar 5, 2002 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Microsemi Corp. (Nasdaq: MSCC chart, msgs), announced that Thomas R. Anderson, former vice president and chief financial officer of QLogic Corp., was elected to Microsemi's board of directors at its annual shareholders meeting on Feb. 26, 2002. Anderson brings strong technology and financial experience to the Microsemi board, based on his senior management experience at Qlogic, Cipher Data Products, Data Products Corp. and Rockwell International. Anderson holds an MBA degree from Michigan State University, where he also earned a bachelor of arts degree in accounting. "I've long respected Tom and his reputation for solid financial decision-making abilities and leadership," said James J. Peterson, president and chief executive officer. "I'm looking forward to having his skills and experience at the table when the board meets to provide direction as Microsemi grows," Peterson said. Microsemi is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of analog, mixed-signal and discrete semiconductors. The company's semiconductors manage and regulate power, protect against transient voltage spikes and transmit, receive and amplify signals. Microsemi products include individual components as well as complete circuit solutions that enhance customer designs by optimizing battery operation, reducing size or protecting circuits. Markets include mobile connectivity, computers and peripherals, telecommunications, medical, industrial/commercial, space/satellite and military. About Microsemi Microsemi is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of analog, mixed-signal and discrete semiconductors. The company's semiconductors manage and regulate power, protect against transient voltage spikes and transmit, receive and amplify signals. Microsemi products include individual components as well as complete circuit solutions that enhance customer designs by providing battery optimization, reducing size or protecting circuits. Markets the company serves include mobile connectivity, computer/peripherals, telecommunications, medical, industrial/commercial, space/satellite and military. More information may be obtained by contacting the company directly or by visiting its Web site at microsemi.com .