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Wolfspeed Appoints Robert Feurle as New CEO, Effective May 1, 2025

DURHAM, North Carolina — March 31, 2025 — Wolfspeed (NYSE: WOLF), a global leader in silicon carbide (SiC) technologies, has announced the appointment of Robert Feurle as the company’s next Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2025. Feurle will succeed interim CEO Thomas Werner, who will transition back to his role as Executive Chairman of the Board after the leadership handover.

DURHAM, North Carolina — March 31, 2025 — Wolfspeed (NYSE: WOLF), a global leader in silicon carbide (SiC) technologies, has announced the appointment of Robert Feurle as the company’s next Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2025. Feurle will succeed interim CEO Thomas Werner, who will transition back to his role as Executive Chairman of the Board after the leadership handover.

Feurle brings over 25 years of experience in the semiconductor and technology sectors, having held senior executive roles across several industry-leading companies. Since joining Wolfspeed in 2023 as Chief Operating Officer (COO), he has been responsible for global operations, supply chain management, and technology development.

The Wolfspeed Board of Directors emphasized that this appointment is part of a long-term leadership succession plan, aimed at accelerating the company’s global growth and innovation in the silicon carbide space. The board cited Feurle’s deep expertise in operational leadership, technical strategy, and global market expansion as key assets for Wolfspeed’s next phase.

In a statement, Feurle said:

“I am honored to lead Wolfspeed, a pioneer in silicon carbide technology. Our focus will remain on innovation and delivering high-efficiency energy solutions that meet the growing needs of customers across the globe. We are well-positioned to drive strong growth in markets such as electric vehicles and renewable energy.”

Outgoing interim CEO Thomas Werner, who took the helm in 2024 to guide the company through a critical transition period, praised Feurle’s leadership:

“Robert has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and strategic vision. The board is confident he is the right person to lead Wolfspeed into the future. I look forward to continuing my support as Executive Chairman.”

Wolfspeed is globally recognized for its silicon carbide semiconductor materials and power devices, which are used extensively in electric vehicles (EVs), industrial power systems, and 5G infrastructure. The company continues to expand its footprint as demand for energy-efficient, high-performance power electronics grows worldwide.

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