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www.us- tech.com Super Women Part 2:


Powerful, Intelligent Women Who Shine in the Electronics Manufacturing Industry


By Michael Skinner, Editor I


n a highly male-dominated indus- try, women have worked hard to carve out a place for themselves


that includes the same opportunities, respect and recognition as their male counterparts. Here, in the second part of a three-part series, we get to know a few of these women and their unique experiences that have led them to the top.


Najat El-Ayi Badriyeh, President, Naprotek, Inc.


Najat El-Ayi Badriyeh was born


in Tripoli, Lebanon, and immigrated to the U.S. at a young age, joining the electronics industry in the early 1980s. It was excellent timing, as it allowed Najat to witness and partici- pate in the electronic revolution. She was recognized for demonstrating strong leadership and managerial qualities and acquired management positions at Silicon Valley companies like Best Labs, Diasonics, Space Craft International (SCI), and Fine Pitch Technology. Her strong experience in high-


tech companies and success in devel- oping and improving SMT processes in the early 80s influenced her deci- sion to move forward and create one of the first Woman-Owned Small Businesses that would compete in


Najat El-Ayi Badriyeh.


future goals and growth of the busi- ness. I was getting promoted as I proved my technical and manage-


Silicon Valley, one of the world’s most attractive areas. “I challenged myself in every


position I took,” comments Badriyeh. “My focus was always on process im- provement, strengthening employee knowledge through training and the


ment ability and skills. I wasn’t ask- ing for it. It was given to me as I got recognized for my leadership strength and ethical behavior.” Becoming the founder, CEO and


president of one of the first woman- owned manufacturing companies in Silicon Valley has postured both Najat and Naprotek as a role model in the eyes of many. “As our success has grown, so


has the recognition,” adds Badriyeh. “We host visits from colleges and other organizations, and young women demonstrate a strong interest in the history of the organization. They love to hear the story of how my dreams began, and the path that brought Naprotek to the success we enjoy today.” Najat said she strongly encour-


ages young women to enter the elec- tronics industry. “My advice to young women thinking of entering this in- dustry is to follow your passion,” she comments. “Manage the cash flow, fi- nance your growth and build a strong team. Always advance your knowl- edge to stay in the forefront of the field. Also do not give up if the mar- ket becomes shaky on a downturn. Use the time to strengthen your team, and get ready to take off again when the right time comes.”


Diana Bradford, Vice President of Operations and Training Resources, STI USA


Diana Bradford began her elec- tronics career at Teledyne Aerospace


September, 2019


Diana Bradford.


in Tennessee. “That was really my first exposure to the electronics man- ufacturing industry,” she says. “I was fascinated by the processes and the


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