Industry Mourns Loss of John “Chip” Dean Joe Kannapell, PE Published August 07, 2026 On August 4, 2026, John Chipman “Chip” Dean passed away at his home in Placerville, CA after a battle with cancer. Chip served component manufacturers for nearly 50 years, in a wide range of leadership and entrepreneurial roles. He took what he learned in his first eight years... Read More