W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. is a global materials science company founded in 1958 by Bill and Vieve Gore. Headquartered in Newark, Delaware, the privately held company employs over 10,000 associates. Gore is best known for its GORE-TEX® fabrics, but also delivers innovative solutions in electronics, industrial, and medical sectors. The electronics division designs and manufactures high-performance copper and optical signal transmission products. Key product lines include GORE™ High Speed Data Cables, microwave/RF cable assemblies, and EMI shielding materials. These components are used in aerospace, defense, semiconductor test, and telecommunications applications. Gore’s proprietary expanded PTFE (ePTFE) technology underpins its unique material properties. The company generates annual revenues of more than $3 billion and has manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Germany, the U.K., Japan, and China. Gore is consistently recognized among the '100 Best Companies to Work For' in America, reflecting its innovative, non-hierarchical culture. With a strong focus on technology-driven innovation, Gore remains a trusted partner for critical electronic applications.