Pericom Semiconductor Elects Michael J. Sophie to Its Board of Directors

    SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 25 /
EMWNews
/ -- Pericom

Semiconductor Corporation (Nasdaq: PSEM), a worldwide supplier of

high-speed integrated circuits and frequency control products, today

announced the election of Mr. Michael J. Sophie to its Board of Directors.

In addition to serving on the Board, Mr. Sophie will also serve as Chairman

of the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.



    Mr. Sophie has executive level experience in the electronics systems

and semiconductor industries. Mr. Sophie's Board experience includes

serving on the Boards of successful public and private companies with

operations in North America and Asia. Mr. Sophie holds an MBA degree from

the University of Santa Clara and a BS degree from California State

University, Chico.



    Alex Hui, President and CEO, said of Mr. Sophie's appointment, "We are

very pleased to have Michael J. Sophie join our Board of Directors and

serve as Chairman of our Audit Committee. Michael's prior experience give

him very valuable insights into our business, and his financial expertise

and board experience will help us ensure that our Audit Committee and

corporate governance practices are effective. Michael will be an invaluable

resource as we drive Pericom to the next level in our evolution."

    About Pericom



    Pericom Semiconductor Corporation (Nasdaq: PSEM) enables serial

connectivity with the industry's most complete solutions for the computing,

communications and consumer market segments. Pericom's analog, digital and

mixed-signal integrated circuits, along with its SaRonix-eCERA frequency

control products are essential in the timing, switching, bridging and

conditioning of high-speed signals required by today's ever-increasing

speed and bandwidth demanding applications. Company headquarters is in San

Jose, Calif., with design centers and technical sales and support offices

globally. http://www.pericom.com