Memorial Tributes Volume 22 (2019) / Chapter Skim
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IRWIN WELBER
IRWIN WELBER
Pages 363-368
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They also remember him as a steady hand in a time of federal budget uncertainties and layoff rumors. In an interview with the Lab News upon assuming Sandia's top job, Irwin said, In taking on this responsibility I am most fortunate in being able to work with George [Dacey]
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Quick mind, fast on his feet, a real delight." Former Sandia VP Roger Hagengruber wrote, "I worked for Irwin at Sandia as one of his vice presidents. I found him to be a great boss and a truly delightful person.
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These and expanded collaboration with universities enhanced Sandia's research profile, and procedures were established to increase partnerships with industry, including the SEMATECH consortium of semiconductor manufacturers. Support for Important New Initiatives Irwin actively supported both existing work and new initiatives.
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Irwin presented a calm face to the labs during disruptive moments, including budget concerns raised as a result of the Gramm-Rudman-Hollings Deficit Reduction Act that placed constraints on the federal budget. Stating clearly that Sandia's purpose was to serve national needs, not preserve itself, he quelled rumors of layoffs and oversaw the complexities of maintaining a relatively level workforce in the face of budget uncertainties.
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