Flathead Technology: An Interview with Kalispell Applied Materials' General Manager, Brian Aegerter

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The semiconductor industry has a long history in Kalispell, thanks to the entrepreneurial Ray Thompson, who founded Semitool which was acquired by Applied Materials in 2010. Our special guest, Brian Aegerter, General Manager of Kalispell Applied Materials, shares the how the bold move to establish a semiconductor industry in the Flathead has created a thriving high-tech sector and opened doors for future growth opportunities. Brian captivates us with stories of his personal experiences and sheds light on the industry’s substantial economic impact on Montana.
Brian also reveals the unique ways Applied Materials intersects global innovation with local community values. From the Applied Materials Charitable Foundation to their impactful hiring strategies, learn how the company invests in the community and prepares the next generation for tech careers. Join us for this episode as we explore the innovative landscape at Applied Materials and bright economic future for Montana.
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1. Flathead Technology: An Interview with Kalispell Applied Materials' General Manager, Brian Aegerter (00:00:00)

2. History of semiconductor industry in Kalispell (00:02:55)

3. Kalispell’s 3 Applied Materials’ locations (00:07:43)

4. Innovation in Kalispell (00:10:46)

5. Supporting local and Montana businesses and giving back to the local community (00:13:59)

6. Staffing/Hiring (00:16:41)

7. K-12 ed prep for students (00:19:58)

8. Industry growth (00:23:23)