Allegro MicroSystems Adds Ex-Cognex CEO Robert Willett to Board
Allegro MicroSystems appointed Robert J. Willett, former Cognex CEO with 14 years at the machine vision firm, as an independent director effective May 13, 2026. Willett’s sensor and industrial automation expertise, along with governance roles at Clean Harbors and Formlabs, bolsters Allegro’s global expansion in xEV, ADAS and AI.
1. Appointment Details
On May 13, 2026, Allegro MicroSystems named Robert J. Willett as an independent director. His appointment expands the board’s expertise as Allegro advances its sensing and power IC solutions.
2. Willett’s Professional Background
Willett spent 14 years as CEO of Cognex Corporation, driving organic growth and scaling global operations in machine vision and sensor systems. He also serves on the boards of Clean Harbors and Formlabs, bringing strategic governance experience.
3. Strategic Implications
Willett’s deep roots in industrial automation, machine vision and sensor markets align with Allegro’s focus on xEV, ADAS, AI data centers and robotics. His disciplined capital deployment approach and governance track record are expected to support Allegro’s growth and shareholder value.