GE Ventures announced this week the launch of Menlo Micro, a new spin-out company from GE's Global Research Center, which will be commercializing a MEMS based switch. Menlo Micro is backed by $18.7 million from GE Ventures, Microsemi, Corning, and Paladin Capital Group. We spoke with Chris Giovanniello, Menlo Micro's co-founder and SVP for Product Development, about the company's plans, target market segments, and competitive advantage. Russ Garcia, Menlo Micro's CEO, and Risa Stack, General Manager of New Business Creation for GE Ventures, have also provided comments via the company's press release.
