Fabrinet Welcomes Caroline Dowling to Board of Directors

Caroline Dowling's extensive background in the electronic manufacturing services (EMS) sector positions her as an invaluable asset to Fabrinet. With over 20 years of experience at Flex, one of the leading EMS providers globally, Dowling has honed her skills in operations and leadership within the technology space.

Her most notable role was as Business Group President at Flex, where she managed multiple divisions, including Telecommunications, Enterprise Compute, Networking, and Cloud Data Center. Dowling’s expertise in navigating complex supply chains and her focus on operational excellence will undoubtedly contribute to Fabrinet's strategic objectives.

Seamus Grady, CEO of Fabrinet, expressed enthusiasm over Dowling's appointment, stating, “We are delighted to have Caroline join our Board of Directors. The breadth and depth of Caroline’s experience will be a significant asset to our Board as we continue to extend our leadership position in the market.” Grady emphasized that Dowling's insights will be instrumental in driving long-term value for Fabrinet's stakeholders.

Dowling herself expressed excitement about joining Fabrinet during a pivotal time in the company’s trajectory. “Fabrinet is a highly regarded manufacturing partner with an excellent reputation for quality and service,” she noted, highlighting her eagerness to leverage her industry experience to contribute to the company’s ongoing success.

In addition to her role at Fabrinet, Caroline Dowling is an active member of several other boards. She serves on the board of directors for CRH plc (NYSE: CRH), where she contributes to the audit and safety, environment & social responsibility committees. Dowling is also part of the board at DCC plc (LSE: DCC), lending her expertise to the audit and remuneration committees. Notably, she was involved with IMI plc from November 2019 to May 2025, where she chaired the remuneration committee.

Dowling's educational background includes completing the Harvard Advanced Management Program and earning a Diploma in Environmental, Social & Governance from the Corporate Governance Institute. These qualifications further enhance her capability to guide Fabrinet in navigating complex operational and governance challenges.

Fabrinet specializes in providing advanced optical packaging and precision manufacturing services to original equipment manufacturers across various sectors, including telecommunications, automotive, medical devices, and industrial applications. The company's manufacturing capabilities span process design, supply chain management, and final assembly, with resources located in Thailand, the United States, China, and Israel. Fabrinet's focus on producing high-complexity products in varied volumes positions it as a leader in its field.

As Fabrinet continues to expand its influence in the optical manufacturing landscape, the addition of Caroline Dowling to its Board of Directors signals a strategic move towards strengthening its leadership and operational capabilities.