CHECCS Hires New Managing Director

Above: Mark Lanoue

The University of Arkansas College of Engineering is proud to announce that Mark Lanoue has joined CHECCS as the Managing Director of the newly established Center for High Frequency Electronics & Circuits for Communication Systems. Lanoue joined the University of Arkansas, 3 ½ years ago, as the Technology Manager (related to intellectual property review, protection & management) for Technology Ventures under the Division of Economic Development. An inductee to the NASA “Space Technology of Fame”, a former Scientist, innovator & program director for The Institute of Technology Development/NASA Stennis, and a CEO/CTO for several hightechnology businesses, Lanoue comes with 26 years of experience related to international product & business development in the imaging, RF, aerospace & defense industries.

Cynthia Sides, assistant vice chancellor for research and innovation stated, “The Division of Research and Innovation is excited to work closely with CHECCS leadership, affiliated faculty, and industry members. Mark Lanoue not only brings broad expertise and skills that are ideal for the managing director position, but his dedication to creating successful university-industry partnerships will also contribute to the mission and success of CHECCS.”