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July 15, 2025 | Flexible Circuit TechnologiesEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Flexible Circuit Technologies a Minnesota-based flexible circuit and advanced electronics contract manufacturer, welcomes Derek Rossberg as regional business development manager.
In this role, Derek will drive long-term, sustainable growth for the organization across many market segments, including Medical, Automotive, Industrial, High-Performance Computing, and Consumer.
Derek brings over 16 years of flexible circuit industry experience, with a strong background in supporting OEM’s innovative new design and manufacturing solutions. His deep knowledge, proven flex expertise, and history of success will be key assets to the company’s continued expansion.
“This is a very exciting time for FCT as we celebrate 25 years in business,” said Ray Cottell Executive Vice President of Flexible Circuit Technologies. “Derek is bringing a wealth of industry knowledge and experience to our growing global team. This is a testament to our commitment to supporting our clients with a strong commercial team in support of our world class engineering design team and state-of-the art manufacturing facilities. We are confident that Derek’s experience and industry knowledge will enhance our customers experience.”
Flexible Circuit Technologies, Inc. (FCT), and inTFlex (EMS division), offer specialty interconnects, including flexible circuits, rigid flex, flexible heaters, catheters, membrane switches, plastic moldings and sterilization, and advanced EMS, from PCBA to complete product box builds. We partner with our customers to design innovative flexible circuits and manufacture solutions that bring projects to life. Celebrating 25-years in business, FCT has an internationally recognized design, with advanced manufacturing to support fast NPI with cost-effective manufacturing solutions.
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