International Rectifier Names Oleg Khaykin President and Chief Executive Officer

EL SEGUNDO, Calif.--International Rectifier Corporation (NYSE:IRF) announced the election, effective March 1, 2008, of Oleg Khaykin as President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Donald Dancer, who has served as acting Chief Executive Officer since August 30, 2007. Mr. Dancer will be actively involved in ensuring a smooth transition and will remain with the Company supporting Mr. Khaykin in his new role. Link. Chart.