A growing number of universities strive to employ faculty members with industry or government experience. This study explores the characteristics of those who have transitioned from industry to post-secondary education. Survey data from 88 faculty members at 33 different universities who made the transition was collected and analyzed for experience prior to entering academia, starting position, change in salary, and reasons for entering academia. Those who make the transition often accept reduced starting positions and salaries even though they have significant industry experience. The primary reason for making the transition is a desire to teach. As new Ph.D.'s decrease, faculty retire, and industry downsizes, individuals with a desire to teach may provide a ready population of potential new faculty.