Benchmark Appoints Josh Hollin as Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer

TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 7, 2026--

Benchmark Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: BHE), a global provider of engineering, design, and manufacturing services, today announced the appointment of Josh Hollin as Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Hollin succeeds Jan Janick, who will retire on January 16, 2026, after a distinguished tenure shaping Benchmark’s engineering strategy and culture of innovation.

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Hollin brings more than 25 years of experience in engineering leadership, automation, and advanced manufacturing technologies. His career spans executive roles at leading technology companies, where he successfully scaled global engineering organizations, drove AI and robotics innovation, and delivered transformative product development strategies. Most recently, Hollin served as Vice President of Engineering & Technical Program Management at GoPro, where he led hardware and software engineering programs and introduced advanced lifecycle practices to accelerate product delivery. Prior to GoPro, Hollin held senior leadership roles at AMP Robotics and Flex, where he spearheaded global design engineering, autonomous robotics initiatives, and advanced manufacturing solutions. Hollin holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Kansas, a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Drexel University, and is a Six Sigma Black Belt.

“Benchmark’s strength has always been engineering that solves the toughest challenges for our customers. We are grateful for Jan’s leadership in building a strong engineering foundation that has set Benchmark apart as an innovator,” said David Moezidis, President of Benchmark. “Josh brings the vision and technical depth to amplify that advantage by integrating AI, automation, and advanced engineering into solutions that deliver measurable impact. Under his leadership, Benchmark will continue to stand apart as the trusted partner for companies seeking innovation at scale.”

“I’m excited to join Benchmark and lead an engineering organization that is known for solving complex challenges,” said Hollin. “The company’s commitment to innovation and operational excellence inspires me, and I look forward to working with this talented team to deliver solutions that create real value for our customers.”

To learn more about Benchmark’s leadership team, please visit https://www.bench.com/leadership-team.

About Benchmark Electronics, Inc.

Benchmark provides comprehensive solutions across the entire product lifecycle; leading through its innovative technology and engineering design services; leveraging its optimized global supply chain; and delivering world-class manufacturing services in the following industries: advanced computing and communications, aerospace and defense, industrial, medical, and semiconductor capital equipment.

Benchmark's global operations include facilities in seven countries and its common shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BHE.

Josh Hollin incoming CTO of Benchmark

Detroit general manager Manon Rhéaume wasted little time in beginning to stock her PWHL expansion team by signing four players Friday — including forward Daryl Watts landing the league’s first four-year contract.

Meantime, Charge captain Brianne Jenner is leaving Ottawa after three seasons by signing a three-year standard agreement with the new team in Hamilton, Ontario. The 35-year-old Jenner's departure was anticipated as the four-time Canadian Olympian moves closer to her hometown of Oakville. Hamilton also signed New York goalie Kayle Osborne to a three-year standard agreement.

The moves came on the first day of the league’s three-day expansion signing process in which each of the four new teams can sign five players.

With San Jose signing Seattle goalie Corinne Schroeder and Ottawa defender Rory Guilday both to two-year standard agreements late Friday, Las Vegas remains the only expansion team yet to add a player.

Watts’ addition in Detroit was particularly notable in landing what’s called an Expansion Foundational Offer, guaranteeing her an annual salary of no less than $100,000. Under league rules, Watts chose the maximum term of four years, which the PWHL introduced as part of this year's expansion process.

Watts enjoys a raise over her $59,000 salary in Toronto last year. Sceptres general manager Gina Kingsbury said Thursday she was closing in on re-signing Watts before the player broke off negotiations.

The 27-year-old is from Toronto and led the Sceptres with 10 goals and 19 points last season. Overall, Watts ranks second on the league list with 32 career goals. She made her Olympic debut by winning a silver medal representing Canada at the Milan Cortina Games in February.

Detroit also signed defender Cayla Barnes to a three-year standard agreement and forward Hannah Bilka to a two-year standard agreement. The two were teammates in Seattle, and both won Olympic gold representing the U.S. in February, with Bilka tying the tournament lead with four goals.

Seattle has now lost the maximum three players during the current expansion phase.

Detroit also signed Minnesota forward Britta Curl-Salemme to a three-year standard agreement. The 26-year-old U.S. Olympian finished third in the league last season with 29 points, including a single-season record of 18 assists.

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FILE - Toronto Sceptres' Blayre Turnbull (40) celebrates her goal against the Montreal Victoire with Daryl Watts, center, and Kali Flanagan (6) during the second period of an PWHL hockey game in Toronto, Tuesday, March 3, 2026. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP,File)