Lowell, MA, November 22 2010--M/A-COM Technology Solutions Inc. (M/A-COM Tech), a leading supplier of semiconductors, active and passive components and subassemblies for radio frequency (RF), microwave and millimeter wave applications, announced today that James (Jim) Dempsey is promoted to the newly created position of Deputy Director of Distribution. Jim will be working alongside Jack Kennedy, recently appointed Director of Global Distribution. Jim will assist Jack in the areas of distribution channel management and will be a key supporter in the assurance of the continuity of service between distributors, manufacturer representatives, direct sales, factory support.

Jim has more than 25 years of experience in the RF Microwave industry. He has worked in a number of different roles for Skyworks, Alpha Industries, and Herley Micro-Dynamics. His diverse knowledge comes from working in areas such as aviation radar, military products, wireless data, and infrastructure.

Jim obtained his Associates Degree in Electronic Engineering Technology from Wentworth Institute of Technology. He also has a certificate from the Greater Boston Executive Business Management Program at MIT Sloan School of Management.