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Richardson Electronics Appoints Daniel Albers to Drive Made-in-USA Contract Manufacturing Expansion
September 17, 2025 | Globe NewswireEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Richardson Electronics, Ltd., a global provider of engineered solutions for the green energy, power management, and custom display markets, announced the appointment of Daniel Albers to spearhead business development for its expanded, Made-in-USA contract manufacturing efforts. In this newly created role, Albers will lead efforts to expand Richardson’s manufacturing partnerships, strengthen customer relationships, and drive profitable growth across aerospace, defense, industrial, and technology markets.
“Daniel has a proven track record combining hands-on operational knowledge with business development expertise to deliver measurable results,” said Edward J. Richardson, Chairman, CEO, and President. “His experience working with some of the most demanding manufacturing customers in the U.S. aligns perfectly with our strategy to grow our Made-in-USA contract manufacturing business. We are thrilled to welcome him to the Richardson team and support global companies with their U.S.-based manufacturing initiatives.”
Albers brings extensive experience in lean manufacturing practices, continuous improvement, and strategic sales. Most recently, he served as Business Development Specialist and Account Manager at ACME Industries, where he managed a multi-million-dollar account for a Fortune 500 manufacturer and played a key role in onboarding new aerospace and defense programs. Prior to this role, he served as a customer service specialist and sales team lead for McNichols. Albers holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications with minors in Journalism and English from Northern Illinois University.
This underscores the Company’s commitment to supporting domestic supply chains, delivering high-reliability solutions for mission-critical industries, and fostering long-term growth for its customers. Leveraging the Company’s state-of-the-art 250,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in LaFox, Illinois (just 50 miles outside Chicago), Richardson Electronics helps global customers avoid costly tariffs and supply chain risks while delivering unmatched quality and speed to market. Core services and capabilities include Cable, PCB, and Electromechanical Assembly, Machine Shop Services, Production Line Development, and Vacuum Tube Production.
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