ON Semiconductor Corporation has named Paul Rolls Executive Vice President (EVP) of Worldwide Sales and Marketing to replace his retiring predecessor.

Keith Jackson, president and chief executive officer (CEO), ON Semiconductor Corporation, said,“Paul is a proven leader with extensive experience in the semiconductor industry. He brings a valuable combination of sales and business insight to his new role and is well-equipped to help us grow our business at a rate that outpaces the market.”

Mr. Rolls has more than 25 years of technology sales, and sales management and operations experience, with more than 17 years of sales and sales management experience in the semiconductor industry.“I am proud to be part of a nearly $3 billion global enterprise that has established itself as a significant player within the industry and a recognized leader in energy efficient solutions,” said Mr. Rolls. “The plan is to drive sales and design-win momentum upward by continuing to foster a cooperative, design-savvy environment in which the development of new and inventive electronics by our customers can flourish. Our customers’ success is, after all, our success. Being a member of the team with the stated goal of taking the company from its well-won status as a top global semiconductor supplier to a top 10 industry leader is going to be an exciting endeavor.”