The Right Approach: I Hear the Train A Comin'
It’s Only Common Sense: OCCAM—the Time Is Now
Marcy's Musings: The Growing IndustryI-Connect007 Columnist George Milad Passes Away
December 20, 2023 | I-Connect007 Editorial TeamEstimated reading time: 1 minute
I-Connect007 columnist George Milad passed away on Dec. 7, 2023, at the age of 81.
George was well-known in the PCB industry for his technical expertise in physical organic chemistry. He was employed as a national accounts manager at Uyemura International Corporation, was the author of the chapters on plating and surface finishing in Printed Circuit Handbook: Seventh Edition, and had a series of publications on electrolytic plating and metallic surface finishes.
He was the recipient of the 2009 IPC President’s Award, chaired the IPC Plating Committee for many years, and was a member of the IPC Technical Activities Executive Committee.
George was known as a lifelong learner. Born in Egypt, George immigrated to the United States in 1970. According to his obituary, “His view of life was a compilation of his continuous search for truth, his own experiences, and most importantly his shared experiences with those he loved and admired. He believed that our duty on this earth is to leave a legacy of compassion and service, and was proud to say that his legacy is in good hands with his children and grandchildren.”
On LinkedIn, Uyemura posted this sentiment from Tony Revier, senior strategic advisor, and president emeritus: “George Milad was an industry icon. His embracing nature, commitment to excellence, and unique ability to engage others earned him great admiration and universal respect. We feel the loss of this treasured member of the UIC family.”
Condolences offered on Uyemura’s LinkedIn page remembered George as “my favorite competitor,” “kind, soft-spoken, and a true gentleman,” “a loss to the industry,” “a prolific author,” “an intelligent friend,” and “great mentor.”
Teresa Rowe, senior director, assembly and standards technology at IPC, said: “George participated in IPC standards development projects with passion and the spirit of volunteerism. Never one to shy away from helping his industry, he also volunteered in recent years to be an Emerging Engineer mentor. We will miss him.”
George’s I-Connect007 column was titled “The Plating Forum,” and his contributions were greatly appreciated and widely read. Both on a personal and professional level, George Milad will be missed.
Share on:
Suggested Items
Major U.S. Holiday Today: Independence Day
07/04/2022 | I-Connect007 Editorial TeamToday marks the 246th Independence Day of the United States of America. It is a national holiday.
Gowanda Expanding its DYCO Electronics Facility
11/11/2020 | Gowanda Components GroupGowanda Components Group is pleased to announce the completion of a nearly 50% expansion at its DYCO Electronics facility in Hornell, New York. The 12,000 sq. ft. expansion will help the company address market demand for its products, enhance work flow and improve operational efficiency.
Meet George Milad, I-Connect007 Columnist
10/31/2019 | I-Connect007 Editorial TeamMeet George Milad, one of our newest I-Connect007 columnists! George’s columns will cover PCB plating, IPC specifications, and more. George is the recipient of the 2009 IPC President’s Award, chairs the IPC Plating Committee, and is a permanent member of the IPC Technical Activities Executive Committee.
SMTAI 2019: George Milad's SMTAI Paper and the IPC ENIG Specification Revision
09/30/2019 | Real Time with...SMTAIGeorge Milad, national accounts manager for technology at Uyemura, discusses his paper on changing processes to eliminate nickel corrosion that he presented at SMTAI. He also tells Nolan Johnson about the IPC ENIG specification revision. George is involved in the Revision B acceptance process and shared information on how to get involved with the specification committee as well.
Preparing to Enter the Workforce With PCB Design Experience
04/22/2019 | Nolan Johnson, PCB007Nolan Johnson recently spoke with Alex Burt, a computer engineering student at George Fox University, at a well-attended college career fair on the GFU campus in Newberg, Oregon. In the interview, Alex discusses his PCB classwork, challenges of design, and how it has impacted his internship experience as he prepares to enter the workforce upon graduation in the spring semester of 2019.