Favorite Parts of Being a Vice President Global Workplace and Infrastructure at Applied Materials
Mike enjoys the broad scope of his role, stating that "you get to deal with every aspect of the company," providing a unique perspective across Applied Materials. This, combined with international collaboration, a fast-paced environment, and a supportive manager who allows Mike to "make decisions," makes the position highly rewarding.
Global Perspective, People Management, Fast-Paced Environment, Leadership, Decision-Making
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Mike DeMuro
Vice President, Global Workplace and Infrastructure
Applied Materials
University of Southern California
MBA, Arizona State University (ASU) - W. P. Carey
Economics, Finance
Real Estate, Technology
Strategic Management and Executive
Video Highlights
1. The role offers a unique perspective of the company, interacting with all aspects of the business.
2. It involves global collaboration and diverse challenges.
3. The role provides an empowering environment with a supportive manager, allowing for decision-making and ownership.
Transcript
What do you enjoy most about being in your current role?
One thing that's very unique about being in a facilities function at a larger company is that you get to deal with every aspect of the company. Every person sits in a place you've provided, and every business depends on the facilities that you provide them. It's a very unique position to have to deal with every aspect of the company.
That makes it really fun to get to experience Applied Materials in every aspect, whereas not every group gets that benefit. Another thing that I enjoy is dealing with people all around the world. It's so interesting to hear their stories and to deal with their unique challenges. That variety is really fun.
In the tech industry, because it moves so fast, there are challenges of speed and change that you have to deal with all the time. For some people, that's uncomfortable. If that is something that you enjoy, which I do, it's unlimited. It's happening all the time, and it really keeps things very high energy and exciting.
Lastly, I'm very fortunate in this role to have a manager that is very supportive and empowering. I get to make decisions, and he trusts me. That's a very positive experience. If you've had it with an empowering manager and an unempowering manager, you can compare. It's one of the things I enjoy most about my job.