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BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Rome BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250814T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20250612T212814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T174012Z UID:10000102-1755169200-1755172800@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Built To Scale: Women Shaping the Future of Semiconductors - AsteraLabs DESCRIPTION: URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/built-to-scale-women-shaping-the-future-of-semiconductors-asteralabs/ CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinars,WLI,Women in Leadership Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/astera-labs-webinar-thumbnail-600-x-600-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250711T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20250711T153000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20250514T212841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T194356Z UID:10000097-1752229800-1752247800@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:2025 Lunch & Learn - Munich\, Germany DESCRIPTION:Renee Parente URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/2025-lunch-learn-munich-germany/ CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn Program,Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/munich-lunch-and-learn-square-web-graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250528T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20250403T154430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T133835Z UID:10000089-1748457000-1748462400@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Shaping the Future: A Fireside Chat with Women in Semiconductors @ UC Davis DESCRIPTION:Navigate Your Way To A Career In Semiconductors\n@ MIT\nFebruary 25\n4:00 PM\n–\n7:00 PM\nEST\nLocation:\nMIT MEDIA LAB\n\n\nSemiconductors are the backbone of our increasingly connected\, autonomous\, and intelligent world\, powering technologies like AI\, IoT\, 5G\, and automotive electronics. Join us for the opportunity to Network with industry professionals and receive valuable career advice from industry experts.\nRegister\n\nMIT Students\n\n\nStudents From Nearby Schools\n\nAgenda\n\n \n4:15 PM – 5:00 PM\n\n \nPanel Discussion\nDriving Innovation:\nKey Technologies Shaping the Future of Semiconductors and AI \n\n\n \n5:00 PM – 5:45 PM\n\n \nPanel Discussion\nBuilding the Future:\nThe Power of Diverse Perspectives and Talent in Semiconductor Innovation \n\n\n \n5:45 PM – 7:00 PM\n\n \nNetworking and Refreshments with Industry Leaders\n\n\n\nPanel Discussion\nDriving Innovation:\nKey Technologies Shaping the Future of Semiconductors and AI \n\n\nPanel Discussion\nBuilding the Future:\nThe Power of Diverse Perspectives and Talent in Semiconductor Innovation \n\n\nNetworking and Refreshments with Industry Leaders\n\nParticipating Companies URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/students-meet-industry-women-in-semiconductors-uc-davis/ CATEGORIES:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/uc-davis-thumbnail-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250523T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Zurich:20250523T170000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20250429T131056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T153518Z UID:10000090-1748010600-1748019600@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors @ ETH Zurich DESCRIPTION:Navigate Your Way To A Career In Semiconductors\n@ NC State\nFebruary 17\n11:30 AM\n–\n2:30 PM\nEST\nLocation:\nNorth Carolina State University\nCollege of Engineering\nMcKimmon Center\n1101 Gorman Street\nRaleigh\, NC 27606 \n\n\nSemiconductors are the backbone of our increasingly connected\, autonomous\, and intelligent world\, powering technologies like AI\, IoT\, 5G\, and automotive electronics. Join us for the opportunity to Network with industry professionals and receive valuable career advice from industry experts.\nAgenda\n\n \n11:15 AM– 11:30 AM\n\n \nCheck In\n\n \n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n \nPanel Discussion\nInnovations in Semiconductor Technology Explore emerging trends\, cutting-edge research\, and career insights from a technical trailblazer \n\n\n\nTake a closer look at groundbreaking advancements and cutting-edge trends in semiconductor technology\, with a deeper dive into GlobalFoundries’ innovative work. The speaker will share career insights\, highlight essential technical skills\, and reflect on experiences that contribute to success in the industry. \n\n\n \n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM\n\n \nPanel Discussion\nInterdisciplinary Innovation in Semiconductors\nDiscover how diverse fields collaborate to drive advancements in technology and learn how to navigate blended career paths \n\n\n\nLearn how diverse fields like electrical engineering\, materials science\, software development\, and data analysis come together to advance semiconductor technology. Panelists will explore the value of interdisciplinary collaboration\, share skills for working across fields\, and offer perspectives on navigating blended career paths. \n\n\n \n1:00 PM – 1:30 PM\n\n \nNetworking Session\nEnjoy refreshments and connect with professionals\, learn about industry opportunities\, and build your career network \n\n\n\nJoin us for refreshments and connect with industry professionals. This is a great opportunity to exchange ideas\, discuss career paths\, and build valuable connections in the semiconductor field. \n\n\n\n\nCheck In\n\nPanel Discussion\nInnovations in Semiconductor Technology Explore emerging trends\, cutting-edge research\, and career insights from a technical trailblazer \n\n\n\nTake a closer look at groundbreaking advancements and cutting-edge trends in semiconductor technology\, with a deeper dive into GlobalFoundries’ innovative work. The speaker will share career insights\, highlight essential technical skills\, and reflect on experiences that contribute to success in the industry. \n\n\nPanel Discussion\nInterdisciplinary Innovation in Semiconductors\nDiscover how diverse fields collaborate to drive advancements in technology and learn how to navigate blended career paths \n\n\n\nLearn how diverse fields like electrical engineering\, materials science\, software development\, and data analysis come together to advance semiconductor technology. Panelists will explore the value of interdisciplinary collaboration\, share skills for working across fields\, and offer perspectives on navigating blended career paths. \n\n\nNetworking Session\nEnjoy refreshments and connect with professionals\, learn about industry opportunities\, and build your career network \n\n\n\nJoin us for refreshments and connect with industry professionals. This is a great opportunity to exchange ideas\, discuss career paths\, and build valuable connections in the semiconductor field. \n\n\nRegister\n\nParticipating Companies URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/navigate-your-way-to-a-career-in-semiconductors-eth-zurich/ CATEGORIES:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/eth-zurich.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250521T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20250429T132733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T150904Z UID:10000091-1747852200-1747857600@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Shaping the Future: A Fireside Chat with Women in Semiconductors @ UCLA DESCRIPTION:Navigate Your Way To A Career In Semiconductors\n@ MIT\nFebruary 25\n4:00 PM\n–\n7:00 PM\nEST\nLocation:\nMIT MEDIA LAB\n\n\nSemiconductors are the backbone of our increasingly connected\, autonomous\, and intelligent world\, powering technologies like AI\, IoT\, 5G\, and automotive electronics. Join us for the opportunity to Network with industry professionals and receive valuable career advice from industry experts.\nRegister\n\nMIT Students\n\n\nStudents From Nearby Schools\n\nAgenda\n\n \n4:15 PM – 5:00 PM\n\n \nPanel Discussion\nDriving Innovation:\nKey Technologies Shaping the Future of Semiconductors and AI \n\n\n \n5:00 PM – 5:45 PM\n\n \nPanel Discussion\nBuilding the Future:\nThe Power of Diverse Perspectives and Talent in Semiconductor Innovation \n\n\n \n5:45 PM – 7:00 PM\n\n \nNetworking and Refreshments with Industry Leaders\n\n\n\nPanel Discussion\nDriving Innovation:\nKey Technologies Shaping the Future of Semiconductors and AI \n\n\nPanel Discussion\nBuilding the Future:\nThe Power of Diverse Perspectives and Talent in Semiconductor Innovation \n\n\nNetworking and Refreshments with Industry Leaders\n\nParticipating Companies URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/shaping-the-future-a-fireside-chat-with-women-in-semiconductors-ucla/ CATEGORIES:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ucla-thumbnail.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250415T143000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20250306T212229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T192941Z UID:10000088-1744709400-1744727400@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:2025 Lunch & Learn - Austin DESCRIPTION:Renee Parente URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/2025-lunch-learn-austin/ CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn Program,Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/austin-lunch-and-learn-square-web-graphics.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20250207T190723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145547Z UID:10000076-1744192800-1744210800@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Semiconductor Industry Takeover Day @ Howard University DESCRIPTION:Navigate Your Way To A Career In Semiconductors\n@ MIT\nFebruary 25\n4:00 PM\n–\n7:00 PM\nEST\nLocation:\nMIT MEDIA LAB\n\n\nSemiconductors are the backbone of our increasingly connected\, autonomous\, and intelligent world\, powering technologies like AI\, IoT\, 5G\, and automotive electronics. Join us for the opportunity to Network with industry professionals and receive valuable career advice from industry experts.\nRegister\n\nMIT Students\n\n\nStudents From Nearby Schools\n\nAgenda\n\n \n4:15 PM – 5:00 PM\n\n \nPanel Discussion\nDriving Innovation:\nKey Technologies Shaping the Future of Semiconductors and AI \n\n\n \n5:00 PM – 5:45 PM\n\n \nPanel Discussion\nBuilding the Future:\nThe Power of Diverse Perspectives and Talent in Semiconductor Innovation \n\n\n \n5:45 PM – 7:00 PM\n\n \nNetworking and Refreshments with Industry Leaders\n\n\n\nPanel Discussion\nDriving Innovation:\nKey Technologies Shaping the Future of Semiconductors and AI \n\n\nPanel Discussion\nBuilding the Future:\nThe Power of Diverse Perspectives and Talent in Semiconductor Innovation \n\n\nNetworking and Refreshments with Industry Leaders\n\nParticipating Companies URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/semiconductor-industry-takeover-day-howard-university/ CATEGORIES:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/howard-thumbnail.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20250211T224321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T165838Z UID:10000085-1743073200-1743076800@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:GSA & WLI: Accelerating Action Towards Equality: Renesas and Wolfspeed DESCRIPTION: URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/2025-webinar-renesas-accelerating-action-towards-equality/ CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinars,WLI,Women in Leadership Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/accelerate-action-march-2025-webinar-social-graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250326T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Helsinki:20250326T170000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20250304T223952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145547Z UID:10000087-1742997600-1743008400@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors @ Technical University of Cluj-Napoca DESCRIPTION:Navigate Your Way To A Career In Semiconductors\n@ NC State\nFebruary 17\n11:30 AM\n–\n2:30 PM\nEST\nLocation:\nNorth Carolina State University\nCollege of Engineering\nMcKimmon Center\n1101 Gorman Street\nRaleigh\, NC 27606 \n\n\nSemiconductors are the backbone of our increasingly connected\, autonomous\, and intelligent world\, powering technologies like AI\, IoT\, 5G\, and automotive electronics. Join us for the opportunity to Network with industry professionals and receive valuable career advice from industry experts.\nAgenda\n\n \n11:15 AM– 11:30 AM\n\n \nCheck In\n\n \n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n \nPanel Discussion\nInnovations in Semiconductor Technology Explore emerging trends\, cutting-edge research\, and career insights from a technical trailblazer \n\n\n\nTake a closer look at groundbreaking advancements and cutting-edge trends in semiconductor technology\, with a deeper dive into GlobalFoundries’ innovative work. The speaker will share career insights\, highlight essential technical skills\, and reflect on experiences that contribute to success in the industry. \n\n\n \n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM\n\n \nPanel Discussion\nInterdisciplinary Innovation in Semiconductors\nDiscover how diverse fields collaborate to drive advancements in technology and learn how to navigate blended career paths \n\n\n\nLearn how diverse fields like electrical engineering\, materials science\, software development\, and data analysis come together to advance semiconductor technology. Panelists will explore the value of interdisciplinary collaboration\, share skills for working across fields\, and offer perspectives on navigating blended career paths. \n\n\n \n1:00 PM – 1:30 PM\n\n \nNetworking Session\nEnjoy refreshments and connect with professionals\, learn about industry opportunities\, and build your career network \n\n\n\nJoin us for refreshments and connect with industry professionals. This is a great opportunity to exchange ideas\, discuss career paths\, and build valuable connections in the semiconductor field. \n\n\n\n\nCheck In\n\nPanel Discussion\nInnovations in Semiconductor Technology Explore emerging trends\, cutting-edge research\, and career insights from a technical trailblazer \n\n\n\nTake a closer look at groundbreaking advancements and cutting-edge trends in semiconductor technology\, with a deeper dive into GlobalFoundries’ innovative work. The speaker will share career insights\, highlight essential technical skills\, and reflect on experiences that contribute to success in the industry. \n\n\nPanel Discussion\nInterdisciplinary Innovation in Semiconductors\nDiscover how diverse fields collaborate to drive advancements in technology and learn how to navigate blended career paths \n\n\n\nLearn how diverse fields like electrical engineering\, materials science\, software development\, and data analysis come together to advance semiconductor technology. Panelists will explore the value of interdisciplinary collaboration\, share skills for working across fields\, and offer perspectives on navigating blended career paths. \n\n\nNetworking Session\nEnjoy refreshments and connect with professionals\, learn about industry opportunities\, and build your career network \n\n\n\nJoin us for refreshments and connect with industry professionals. This is a great opportunity to exchange ideas\, discuss career paths\, and build valuable connections in the semiconductor field. \n\n\nRegister\n\nParticipating Companies URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/navigate-your-way-to-a-career-in-semiconductors-tucn/ CATEGORIES:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/University-Thumbnail-2024-Square-min.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20250110T155107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145547Z UID:10000072-1740499200-1740510000@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors @ MIT DESCRIPTION:Navigate Your Way To A Career In Semiconductors\n@ MIT\nFebruary 25\n4:00 PM\n–\n7:00 PM\nEST\nLocation:\nMIT MEDIA LAB\n\n\nSemiconductors are the backbone of our increasingly connected\, autonomous\, and intelligent world\, powering technologies like AI\, IoT\, 5G\, and automotive electronics. Join us for the opportunity to Network with industry professionals and receive valuable career advice from industry experts.\nRegister\n\nMIT Students\n\n\nStudents From Nearby Schools\n\nAgenda\n\n \n4:15 PM – 5:00 PM\n\n \nPanel Discussion\nDriving Innovation:\nKey Technologies Shaping the Future of Semiconductors and AI \n\n\n \n5:00 PM – 5:45 PM\n\n \nPanel Discussion\nBuilding the Future:\nThe Power of Diverse Perspectives and Talent in Semiconductor Innovation \n\n\n \n5:45 PM – 7:00 PM\n\n \nNetworking and Refreshments with Industry Leaders\n\n\n\nPanel Discussion\nDriving Innovation:\nKey Technologies Shaping the Future of Semiconductors and AI \n\n\nPanel Discussion\nBuilding the Future:\nThe Power of Diverse Perspectives and Talent in Semiconductor Innovation \n\n\nNetworking and Refreshments with Industry Leaders\n\nParticipating Companies URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/navigate-your-way-to-a-career-in-semiconductors-mit/ CATEGORIES:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/University-Thumbnail-2024-Square-min.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250217T143000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20250113T171832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145547Z UID:10000073-1739791800-1739802600@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors @ NC State DESCRIPTION:Navigate Your Way To A Career In Semiconductors\n@ NC State\nFebruary 17\n11:30 AM\n–\n2:30 PM\nEST\nLocation:\nNorth Carolina State University\nCollege of Engineering\nMcKimmon Center\n1101 Gorman Street\nRaleigh\, NC 27606 \n\n\nSemiconductors are the backbone of our increasingly connected\, autonomous\, and intelligent world\, powering technologies like AI\, IoT\, 5G\, and automotive electronics. Join us for the opportunity to Network with industry professionals and receive valuable career advice from industry experts.\nAgenda\n\n \n11:15 AM– 11:30 AM\n\n \nCheck In\n\n \n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n \nPanel Discussion\nInnovations in Semiconductor Technology Explore emerging trends\, cutting-edge research\, and career insights from a technical trailblazer \n\n\n\nTake a closer look at groundbreaking advancements and cutting-edge trends in semiconductor technology\, with a deeper dive into GlobalFoundries’ innovative work. The speaker will share career insights\, highlight essential technical skills\, and reflect on experiences that contribute to success in the industry. \n\n\n \n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM\n\n \nPanel Discussion\nInterdisciplinary Innovation in Semiconductors\nDiscover how diverse fields collaborate to drive advancements in technology and learn how to navigate blended career paths \n\n\n\nLearn how diverse fields like electrical engineering\, materials science\, software development\, and data analysis come together to advance semiconductor technology. Panelists will explore the value of interdisciplinary collaboration\, share skills for working across fields\, and offer perspectives on navigating blended career paths. \n\n\n \n1:00 PM – 1:30 PM\n\n \nNetworking Session\nEnjoy refreshments and connect with professionals\, learn about industry opportunities\, and build your career network \n\n\n\nJoin us for refreshments and connect with industry professionals. This is a great opportunity to exchange ideas\, discuss career paths\, and build valuable connections in the semiconductor field. \n\n\n\n\nCheck In\n\nPanel Discussion\nInnovations in Semiconductor Technology Explore emerging trends\, cutting-edge research\, and career insights from a technical trailblazer \n\n\n\nTake a closer look at groundbreaking advancements and cutting-edge trends in semiconductor technology\, with a deeper dive into GlobalFoundries’ innovative work. The speaker will share career insights\, highlight essential technical skills\, and reflect on experiences that contribute to success in the industry. \n\n\nPanel Discussion\nInterdisciplinary Innovation in Semiconductors\nDiscover how diverse fields collaborate to drive advancements in technology and learn how to navigate blended career paths \n\n\n\nLearn how diverse fields like electrical engineering\, materials science\, software development\, and data analysis come together to advance semiconductor technology. Panelists will explore the value of interdisciplinary collaboration\, share skills for working across fields\, and offer perspectives on navigating blended career paths. \n\n\nNetworking Session\nEnjoy refreshments and connect with professionals\, learn about industry opportunities\, and build your career network \n\n\n\nJoin us for refreshments and connect with industry professionals. This is a great opportunity to exchange ideas\, discuss career paths\, and build valuable connections in the semiconductor field. \n\n\nRegister\n\nParticipating Companies URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/navigate-your-way-to-a-career-in-semiconductors-nc-state/ CATEGORIES:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/University-Thumbnail-2024-Square-min.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Taipei:20250117T113000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Taipei:20250117T143000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20241014T172902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145548Z UID:10000071-1737113400-1737124200@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:WLI Lunch & Learn - Taipei DESCRIPTION:WLI Lunch & Learn\nTaipei\nJanuary 17\n11:30 AM\n–\n2:30 PM\nCST\nNational Taiwan University\nMK Innovation Hall\n國立臺灣大學聯發科技學新館\n\nMade Possible by:\n\n\n\nInvitation Only.\nContact cwang@gsaglobal.org for more information.\n\n\n\nThe GSA WLI Lunch and Learn series aims to bring together women from different companies in the industry to connect\, network\, and learn from others’ stories of success. This is an opportunity to inspire\, motivate and develop women\, and provide them with the visibility they deserve. This event\, designed to support the career growth and professional aspirations of the women in our industry\, will take place on January 17th in Taipei\, Taiwan.\n\nOur aim for the Lunch and Learn series has been to offer a blend of executive and technical topics\, featuring women who are leaders in their respective fields delivering keynote presentations and participating in panel discussions. The overarching theme of our Lunch and Learns is “Pathways to Success”. This event will provide an excellent opportunity for women from different companies to connect and network\, which we believe is essential for visibility and professional growth.\n\n\nAgenda\n\n \n11:30 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n \nCoffee & Networking \n\n\n \n12:00 PM – 12:05 PM\n\n \nOpening Remarks: \nJodi Shelton | Co-Founder\, CEO | GSA \n\n\n \n12:05 PM – 12:30 PM\n\n \nKeynote Presentation: \nDebra Bell | VP of DRAM Product Engineering Group | Micron Technology \n\n\n \n12:30 PM – 1:30 PM\n\n \nLunch & Networking \n\n\n \n1:30 PM – 2:25 PM\n\n \n“Pathway to Success”\nPanel Discussion \n\n\n \n\n Moderator:\nMavis Ho\, General Manager\, Strategic Partnerships\, APAC\, Imec\n\n\n\n\n Panelist:\n\n Shu-Wen Chang\, Senior Director\, Calibre Foundry Programs\, Siemens EDA\n HH Wang\, Assistant General Manager\, Central Design Group\, MediaTek\n Peiti Yu\, Senior Manager\, Cadence\n Stella Zhu\, Executive Vice President\, CXMT\n\n\n\n\n \n2:25 PM – 2:30PM\n\n \nClosing Remarks \n\n\n\n\nCoffee & Networking \n\n\nOpening Remarks: \nJodi Shelton | Co-Founder\, CEO | GSA \n\n\nKeynote Presentation: \nDebra Bell | VP of DRAM Product Engineering Group | Micron Technology \n\n\nLunch & Networking \n\n\n“Pathway to Success”\nPanel Discussion \n\n\n \n\n Moderator:\nMavis Ho\, General Manager\, Strategic Partnerships\, APAC\, Imec\n\n\n\n\n Panelist:\n\n Shu-Wen Chang\, Senior Director\, Calibre Foundry Programs\, Siemens EDA\n HH Wang\, Assistant General Manager\, Central Design Group\, MediaTek\n Peiti Yu\, Senior Manager\, Cadence\n Stella Zhu\, Executive Vice President\, CXMT\n\n\n\n\nClosing Remarks \n\n\nEvent Photo Gallery URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/2025-lunch-learn-taipei/ CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn Program,Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/wli-lunch-learn-apac_square_2025-taipei.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241107T173000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20240426T165542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145548Z UID:10000058-1730971800-1731000600@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:2024 WISH Conference DESCRIPTION:9:00 am – 5:30 pm PST URL:https://gsaglobal.org/events/event/2024-wish#new_tab CATEGORIES:Conferences,WISH Conference,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/WISH-2024-Thumbnail.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20240731T161838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145548Z UID:10000063-1729180800-1729195200@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors @ Purdue DESCRIPTION:October 17\n4:00 PM\n–\n8:00 PM\nEDT\n\n\nAre you a student eager to explore diverse career paths and cutting-edge technologies? Join us for an enlightening event focused on the dynamic world of semiconductors!\n\nThis event offers a unique opportunity for students to delve into the fascinating world of semiconductors\, welcoming all levels of interest\, knowledge\, and expertise. Discover how this industry intersects with various fields of study\, explore potential career pathways\, and network with industry professionals. Don’t miss out on this chance to unlock your potential and shape the future of technology!\n\n\nRegister\n\nAgenda\n\n 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM \n \nKeynote \n– Fowler Hall \n\n\n 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM \n \nModerated Panel Discussion \n– Fowler Hall \n\n\n 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM \n \nNetworking Session and Refreshments \n– MSEE Atrium \n\n\n\n\nKeynote \n– Fowler Hall \n\n\nModerated Panel Discussion \n– Fowler Hall \n\n\nNetworking Session and Refreshments \n– MSEE Atrium \n\n\nRegister\n\nKeynote\nKeynote Speaker\n\nElene Terry\nDirector\,\nSilicon Accelerators\nMeta\n\nView Bio\n\nElene Terry\n×\n\nDirector\, Silicon Accelerators\nMeta\n\nElene Terry is a people leader and technologist focused on bringing Meta Reality Labs product visions to life through innovative silicon design. She leads design and execution of silicon from algorithm to delivery at Meta’s Design Center in Silicon Valley.\n\nElene is a technical expert with 20+ years of industry experience in the field of Semiconductors. Her leadership passion is facilitating the collaboration of large sets of engineers\, each with different areas of expertise\,  to support a common goal and vision for the delivery of world-class silicon solutions. Her technical passion is working on innovative silicon that are used in novel devices and products.\n\nPrior to joining Meta in 2021\, Elene was with Microsoft for 9 years where she served as Partner\, Silicon and System Architecture. In this role\, she was responsible for leading a highly talented group of silicon architects with expertise in performance modeling\, power modeling\, networking and SOC architectures. Her charter was to drive innovation to reality with silicon tapeouts targeting Hololens\, Xbox\, and also datacenter applications. Before joining Microsoft\, Elene was with AMD in design Engineering\, focused on Graphics memory controllers and virtual memory.\n\nElene holds 7 U.S patents in silicon design and has spoken at events like HotChips. She is focused on mentoring senior and emerging female leaders and is honored to participate as a Mentor for GSA WHM Initiative. Elene received her BS from Yale in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering\, graduating Magna Cum Laude. In her spare time\, she serves on the Board of several non-profits including Elevate Tutoring.\n\n\nClose \nModerated\nPanel\n\nDeb Dyson\nSr. Staff Engineering Manager\nMarvell\n\nView Bio\n\nDeb Dyson\n×\n\nSr. Staff Engineering Manager\nMarvell\n\nDeb Dyson has spent over 25 years in the semiconductor industry working for IBM\, Cavium\, and currently Marvell Technology.  She has worked on a variety of products including ASICs\, gaming console processors\, and security processors.   For a large percentage of her career\, she specialized in chip-level timing closure for SoC designs.   Currently\, Deb holds the position of Senior Staff Manager for a physical design team in Marvell’s Compute and Custom Solutions group.   The team designs ARM-based multi-core processors which target three primary end markets:  carrier (with specific focus on 5G base stations)\, enterprise networks\, and data centers.\n\nDeb is passionate about recruiting\, mentoring\, and supporting women in engineering roles.  Over the years\, she has mentored numerous college and professional women and men. She is also a co-founder of her site’s women’s inclusion network where she actively plans and facilitates career-building activities\, as well as creates networking opportunities for her group.\n\nDeb is a graduate of the University of Vermont (BSEE)\, Cornell University (MSEE)\, and is currently pursuing a certificate in Diversity and Inclusion Leadership from Tufts University.\n\nOutside of work\, Deb enjoys downhill skiing\, hiking\, and spending time with her two sons.  She is a proud native New Englander and has lived here most of her life.\n\n\nClose \nPanelists\n\nFauna\nAdams\nDelivery Expert within Enterprise IT\nArm\n\nView Bio\n\nFauna Adams\n×\n\nDelivery Expert within Enterprise IT\nArm\n\nFauna is a delivery expert within Enterprise IT who spearheads technology innovation across Arm\, driving the modernization of engineering platforms with cutting-edge technologies like Cloud\, AI\, and ML. Her primary focus is enhancing engineering productivity and securely enabling partner collaborations to advance Arm’s business objectives. As a key member of the Value Delivery Office\, Fauna collaborates with various organizations within engineering and enablement functions to achieve these goals.\n\n\nClose \n\nPuja Zalavadia\nSr. Director\, Finance Strategic Programs\nMicron\n\nView Bio\n\nPuja Zalavadia\n×\n\nSr. Director\, Finance Strategic Programs\nMicron\n\nPuja has nearly 20 years of diverse experience in engineering and leadership roles\, encompassing front-end semiconductor manufacturing\, supplier and customer management\, quality engineering\, R&D operations\, and new product enablement. Recently\, she transitioned to the Finance team as the Senior Director of Finance Strategic Programs. In this role\, Puja and her team are tasked with evaluating high-impact strategic corporate development projects\, working cross-functionally across the company.\n\nPuja’s extensive experience across various functions—from front-end operations to customer management\, R&D\, and now finance—has provided her with a dynamic career filled with unique opportunities. She has had the privilege of learning from and collaborating closely with numerous senior executives on a variety of critical projects.\n\nPuja holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Additionally\, she has earned a Product Management Certification and completed the Leadership Accelerator Program at the University of California\, Berkeley\, Haas School of Business.\n\n\nClose \n\nAmrita\nSinha\nGM\, Cloud Capacity Planning\nMicrosoft\n\nView Bio\n\nAmrita Sinha\n×\n\nGM\, Cloud Capacity Planning\nMicrosoft\n\nAmrita is a seasoned Senior Executive and Key Influencer\, boasting over two decades of expertise in business planning and operations management at prominent Fortune 100 firms including Apple\, Google\, HP\, Cisco. Currently\, she oversees Cloud Capacity Planning at Microsoft. She has a demonstrated history of formulating effective business strategies\, enhancing revenue growth\, and assembling top-tier teams to meet organizational goals. Amrita resides in the Bay Area\, CA with her husband\, two children\, and an 18-year-old Ragdoll cat.\n\n\nClose \nParticipating Companies\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/2024-navigate-your-way-purdue/ CATEGORIES:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/University-Thumbnail-2024-Square-min.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241016T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241016T153000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20240906T185527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T192539Z UID:10000066-1729074600-1729092600@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:2024 Lunch & Learn - Munich DESCRIPTION:WLI Lunch & Learn \n Munich\, Germany \n \n October 16\n10:30 AM\n – \n3:30 PM\nCEST\n \n Made Possible by: Invitation OnlyContact wli@gsaglobal.org for more information. The GSA WLI Lunch and Learn series aims to bring together women from different companies in the industry to connect\, network\, and learn from others’ stories of success. This is an opportunity to inspire\, motivate and develop women\, and provide them with the visibility they deserve. This event\, designed to support the career growth and professional aspirations of the women in our industry\, will take place on October 16 in Munich\, Germany. Our aim for the Lunch and Learn series has been to offer a blend of executive and technical topics\, featuring women who are leaders in their respective fields delivering keynote presentations and participating in panel discussions. The overarching theme of our Lunch and Learns is “Pathways to Success”. This event will provide an excellent opportunity for women from different companies to connect and network\, which we believe is essential for visibility and professional growth. \n Recap \n \n Thank you to Accenture for hosting this event at their offices in Munich! \n Agenda \n \n \n \n 10:30 – 11:10 AM \n \n \n \n \n Coffee & Networking \n \n \n \n \n 11:10 AM \n \n \n \n \n Opening Remarks by GSA & Accenture \n \n \n \n \n 11:15 AM \n \n \n \n \n \n Keynote \n \n Jennifer Sirrine \n Vice President of Software \n Infineon Technologies \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Jennifer Sirrine \n ×\n Jennifer Sirrine\, a vice president at Infineon\, is responsible for Software in the Connected Secure Systems division. Additionally\, she chairs the Infineon Software Board and responsible for ModusToolbox™ a software ecosystem for products across Infineon. She has an MBA and B.S. in Electrical Engineering. She is currently on assignment\, living in Munich. In her free time\, Jennifer enjoys being in nature and traveling. She and her spouse have a daughter at university and two playful dogs at home.v \n \n Close \n \n \n \n \n 12:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n Lunch and Networking \n \n \n \n \n 1:30 PM \n \n \n \n \n \n “Pathways to Success” \nPanel Discussion \n Moderator \n \n Sadb Nic Fhionnbhairr \n Global Key Account Manager \n Samsung \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Sadb Nic Fhionnbhairr \n ×\n Sadb Nic Fhionnbhairr is experienced in managing complex\, high-tech global accounts and leading cross-functional teams at companies such as Fujitsu and Hitachi. At Samsung Semiconductor Europe\, she plays a crucial role in driving collaborations with well-known automotive manufacturers and suppliers\, focusing on semiconductor solutions that drive advancements in the automotive industry. Sadb is a native of Dublin\, Ireland and lives in Munich\, Germany. \n \n Close \n Panelists \n \n Christina Raab \n Managing Director\, Market Unit Lead – Germany\, Switzerland and Austria \n Accenture \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Christina Raab \n ×\n Christina Raab is the Market Unit Lead for Accenture in Austria\, Switzerland\, and Germany (ASG) and member of Accenture’s Global Management Committee. She has a strong focus on creating new value for businesses\, employees\, and customers through the combination of technology and human-led innovation. She is Vice President of Germany’s digital association Bitkom and member of the Executive Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce in Germany (AmCham). \n \n Close \n \n Romina Zonca \n Analog Strategy Office Manager \n STMicroelectronics \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Romina Zonca \n ×\n Romina Zonca is the Analog Strategy Office Manager at STMicroelectronics\, where she identifies\, analyzes\, and drives new strategic opportunities and initiatives for the ST Analog sub-group. Over the course of her 25+ year career in the semiconductor industry\, she has held several roles in Central R&D before transitioning to more business-oriented positions. Romina Zonca holds an MS in Chemical Engineering and a Ph.D. in Electrochemical Engineering from the Politecnico of Milan\, Italy. \n \n Close \n \n Audrey Hayden \n Senior Director of Engineering Delivery \n Arm \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Audrey Hayden \n ×\n Audrey Hayden is the Senior Director of Engineering Delivery at Arm. She leads the project delivery and operations function for the Central Engineering Machine Learning division\, supporting cross-geographical teams to deliver hardware and software for high-performance Machine Learning on Arm platforms. She is passionate about fostering a culture of continuous improvement\, team empowerment and DEI. She holds a BSc in Computer Science from University Galway. \n \n Close \n \n Daniel Weyl \n Senior Vice President Automotive Software R&D \n NXP\nSemiconductors \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Daniel Weyl \n ×\n Daniel Weyl is Senior Vice President Automotive Software R&D at NXP Semiconductors and leads the Automotive Software R&D organization of the Business Line Automotive Embedded Systems. His team is responsible for Software & Tools product development for MCUs\, MPUs\, Radar & Audio products\, focusing on Vehicle Compute\, Zonal & Edge solutions in the context of Software Defined Vehicles. Until 2008\, Mr. Weyl worked at BMW AG\, responsible for Consumer Electronics & Smart Phone Integration. \n \n Close \n \n \n \n \n 2:45 PM \n \n \n \n \n Closing Remarks \n \n \n \n \n 2:50 – 3:30 PM \n \n \n \n \n Networking \n \n \n \n \n Coffee & Networking \n \n \n Opening Remarks by GSA & Accenture \n \n \n \n Keynote \n \n Jennifer Sirrine \n Vice President of Software \n Infineon Technologies \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Jennifer Sirrine \n ×\n Jennifer Sirrine\, a vice president at Infineon\, is responsible for Software in the Connected Secure Systems division. Additionally\, she chairs the Infineon Software Board and responsible for ModusToolbox™ a software ecosystem for products across Infineon. She has an MBA and B.S. in Electrical Engineering. She is currently on assignment\, living in Munich. In her free time\, Jennifer enjoys being in nature and traveling. She and her spouse have a daughter at university and two playful dogs at home.v \n \n Close \n \n \n Lunch and Networking \n \n \n \n “Pathways to Success” \nPanel Discussion \n Moderator \n \n Sadb Nic Fhionnbhairr \n Global Key Account Manager \n Samsung \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Sadb Nic Fhionnbhairr \n ×\n Sadb Nic Fhionnbhairr is experienced in managing complex\, high-tech global accounts and leading cross-functional teams at companies such as Fujitsu and Hitachi. At Samsung Semiconductor Europe\, she plays a crucial role in driving collaborations with well-known automotive manufacturers and suppliers\, focusing on semiconductor solutions that drive advancements in the automotive industry. Sadb is a native of Dublin\, Ireland and lives in Munich\, Germany. \n \n Close \n Panelists \n \n Christina Raab \n Managing Director\, Market Unit Lead – Germany\, Switzerland and Austria \n Accenture \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Christina Raab \n ×\n Christina Raab is the Market Unit Lead for Accenture in Austria\, Switzerland\, and Germany (ASG) and member of Accenture’s Global Management Committee. She has a strong focus on creating new value for businesses\, employees\, and customers through the combination of technology and human-led innovation. She is Vice President of Germany’s digital association Bitkom and member of the Executive Committee of the American Chamber of Commerce in Germany (AmCham). \n \n Close \n \n Romina Zonca \n Analog Strategy Office Manager \n STMicroelectronics \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Romina Zonca \n ×\n Romina Zonca is the Analog Strategy Office Manager at STMicroelectronics\, where she identifies\, analyzes\, and drives new strategic opportunities and initiatives for the ST Analog sub-group. Over the course of her 25+ year career in the semiconductor industry\, she has held several roles in Central R&D before transitioning to more business-oriented positions. Romina Zonca holds an MS in Chemical Engineering and a Ph.D. in Electrochemical Engineering from the Politecnico of Milan\, Italy. \n \n Close \n \n Audrey Hayden \n Senior Director of Engineering Delivery \n Arm \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Audrey Hayden \n ×\n Audrey Hayden is the Senior Director of Engineering Delivery at Arm. She leads the project delivery and operations function for the Central Engineering Machine Learning division\, supporting cross-geographical teams to deliver hardware and software for high-performance Machine Learning on Arm platforms. She is passionate about fostering a culture of continuous improvement\, team empowerment and DEI. She holds a BSc in Computer Science from University Galway. \n \n Close \n \n Daniel Weyl \n Senior Vice President Automotive Software R&D \n NXP\nSemiconductors \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Daniel Weyl \n ×\n Daniel Weyl is Senior Vice President Automotive Software R&D at NXP Semiconductors and leads the Automotive Software R&D organization of the Business Line Automotive Embedded Systems. His team is responsible for Software & Tools product development for MCUs\, MPUs\, Radar & Audio products\, focusing on Vehicle Compute\, Zonal & Edge solutions in the context of Software Defined Vehicles. Until 2008\, Mr. Weyl worked at BMW AG\, responsible for Consumer Electronics & Smart Phone Integration. \n \n Close \n \n \n Closing Remarks \n \n \n Networking \n \n \n Register URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/2024-lunch-learn-munich/ CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn Program,Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Lunch-and-Learn-Munich-2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Taipei:20241001T133000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Taipei:20241001T162000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20240913T160943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145548Z UID:10000069-1727789400-1727799600@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors @ NTU - Taipei DESCRIPTION:1F\, Tseng Jiang Hall\, National Taiwan University | Taipei\n信義講堂，鄭江樓1樓，國立臺灣大學\n13:30 – 16:20 Taiwan Standard Time (TST)\n\n\nAre you a student eager to explore diverse career paths and cutting-edge technologies? Join us for an enlightening event focused on the dynamic world of semiconductors!\n\nThis event offers a unique opportunity for students to delve into the fascinating world of semiconductors\, welcoming all levels of interest\, knowledge\, and expertise. Discover how this industry intersects with various fields of study\, explore potential career pathways\, and network with industry professionals. Don’t miss out on this chance to unlock your potential and shape the future of technology!\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n*Participants who attend the entire event will receive a 7-11 gift card. \nRegistration Contact:\nCrystal Wang – cwang@gsaglobal.org\nAgenda\nView Program PDF Here \n\n\n 13:30 – 13:50\n\n \n \nRegistration 報到 \n\n\n\n 13:50 – 14:00\n\n \n \nOpening Remarks 致歡迎詞 \n\n\n 14:00 – 14:50\n\n \n \nWomen in Technological Professions Mini Talk  \n女科技人微講堂 \n\n\n 14:50 – 15:10\n\n \n \nSnacks & Networking 茶歇 & 交流 \n\n\n 15:10 – 15:50\n\n \n \nPanel Discussion with QA專題討論 & QA   \n\nDriving the Future: Diversity in the Semiconductor Industry\n多元文化如何驅動半導體產業的未來發展\n\n 15:50 – 16:00\n\n \n \nClosing Remarks 閉幕致謝 \n\n\n\n\nRegistration 報到 \n\n\n\nOpening Remarks 致歡迎詞 \n\n\nWomen in Technological Professions Mini Talk  \n女科技人微講堂 \n\n\nSnacks & Networking 茶歇 & 交流 \n\n\nPanel Discussion with QA專題討論 & QA   \n\nDriving the Future: Diversity in the Semiconductor Industry\n多元文化如何驅動半導體產業的未來發展\n\nClosing Remarks 閉幕致謝 \n\n\nTitle Sponsor\n\nParticipating Companies\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n*Participants who attend the entire event will receive a 7-11 gift card. \nRegistration Contact:\nCrystal Wang – cwang@gsaglobal.org URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/2024-navigate-your-way-ntu-taipei/ CATEGORIES:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/University-Thumbnail-2024-Square-min.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240930T154500 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240930T193000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20240909T160531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145549Z UID:10000068-1727711100-1727724600@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors @ UCLA DESCRIPTION:September 30\, 2024\n3:45 PM\n–\n7:30 PM\nPDT\n\n\nAre you a student eager to explore diverse career paths and cutting-edge technologies? Join us for an enlightening event focused on the dynamic world of semiconductors!\n\nThis event offers a unique opportunity for students to delve into the fascinating world of semiconductors\, welcoming all levels of interest\, knowledge\, and expertise. Discover how this industry intersects with various fields of study\, explore potential career pathways\, and network with industry professionals. Don’t miss out on this chance to unlock your potential and shape the future of technology!\nAgenda\n\n 3:45 PM -4:00 PM\n\n \n \n\nEvent Registration\n\n 4:00 PM –5:00 PM\n\n \n \nOpening Remarks & Keynote Speaker\nOpening\nRemarks\n\nDr. Audrey O’Neal\nAssociate Adjunct Professor of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering\n\nDirector of Women in Engineering\nUCLA\n\nView Bio\n\nDr. Audrey O’Neal\n×\n\nAudrey Pool O’Neal holds an Adjunct Associate Professor appointment in mechanical and aerospace engineering at the University of California\, Los Angeles (UCLA) and is also the director of the UCLA Women in Engineering program (WE@UCLA). In 2024\, O’Neal received the Faculty Leadership Award from the Society of Women Engineers Los Angeles Region.\n\nIn 2021\, she received the Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Staff Award from the UCLA Academic Senate for demonstrating a commitment to the spirit of diversity\, demonstrating leadership abilities through positive interaction between persons of different cultural backgrounds\, and displaying behavior that illustrates a commitment to inclusion of persons within the institution who are members of traditionally underrepresented groups.\n\nO’Neal received a Ph.D. and an MS in Mechanical Engineering from UCLA\, an MS in Engineering Science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute\, and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from GMI Engineering and Management Institute\, now Kettering University. Before coming to UCLA\, she worked as an engineer and manager at General Motors Corporation in automatic transmission design and manufacturing.\n\n\nClose \nKeynote\nSpeaker\n\nKaren Donlan\nSenior Director\nSilicon Valley Sales\nSiemens\n\nView Bio\n\nRozi Roufoogaran\n×\n\nKaren Donlan is the Senior Director of Silicon Valley Sales for Siemens EDA\, leading a growing team responsible for delivering approximately 25% of Siemens EDA North America revenue. Karen joined Siemens EDA (then Mentor Graphics) in 2014 as an Account Director for several of their most strategic accounts and grew the largest enterprise accounts on the order of 30% per year. Prior to Siemens\, Karen was with Cadence as a Senior Account Executive and an Account Manager at Synopsys after starting her career at Motorola Semiconductor. She graduated from the University of Florida with a BSEE.\n\nKaren leverages her extensive industry knowledge and insight and adds a sense of urgency\, accountability\, and transparency to drive business success and continually grow her team and colleagues. Karen is a dedicated mentor—passionate about offering guidance\, leadership\, and support to other women as well as building the next generation of EDA talent. She was instrumental in starting the Women at Mentor Employee Resource Group and is now an active member of the Women’s Impact Network at Siemens.\n\nKaren finds inspiration in working with early-career people\, including her three daughters\, and is committed to a journey of lifelong learning from the people surrounding her.\n\n\nClose \n\n\n 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM\n\n \n \nModerated\nPanel\nModerator\n\nRozi Roufoogaran\nSenior Director of RFIC Engineering\nNXP\n\nView Bio\n\nRozi Roufoogaran\n×\n\nRozi Roufoogaran is the Senior Director of RFIC Engineering at NXP\, leading the Ultra-Wideband technology radio development. The products she has lead are shipping today in many of the tier 1 mobile handset companies and numerous IOT devices. Prior to NXP\, she was the VP of Semiconductor Engineering at Ethertronics Inc\, a startup acquired by AVX corporation in Jan 2018\, where she lead the team responsible for their innovative line of active antenna products. Before Ethertronics\, she held a number of senior management positions during her 17 years at Broadcom Ltd\, responsible for the design and development of CMOS RF and analog circuits for varieties of wireless communication standards\, including Bluetooth\, Zigbee\, WLAN\, FM radio\, and GPS. Rozi joined Broadcom in 2000 after Innovent Systems\, the first company to develop single chip CMOS RF devices\, was acquired by Broadcom.  The innovations she has pioneered are still part of numerous chips shipping in the billions of units at Broadcom.\n\nRozi received her M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from UCLA. She is the co-author of 15 journal and conference papers and is an inventor or co-inventor of over 22 patents.\n\nRozi volunteers as a leader of the programs and projects committee at GSA’s women’s initiatives. She is also involved with ECE alumnae advisory committee at UCLA.\n\n\nClose \nPanelists\n\nAnushree Saxena\nSenior Manufacturing Engineer\nTSMC\n\nView Bio\n\nAnushree Saxena\n×\n\nAnushree is a Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC) Arizona\, working to help the world’s largest advance chips manufacturer establish operations in the US. Her work currently focuses on production planning and system readiness for the cutting-edge 4nm production facility in Phoenix. Anushree also spent over a year in Taiwan\, learning advanced semiconductor manufacturing practices and transferring this knowledge to the US. Anushree has found working across continents in a highly technical industry\, with its many unique and complex challenges\, to be an invaluable opportunity to learn and grow.\n\nHer working at TSMC is no coincidence. Anushree has always been fascinated by how complex engineering structures — from giant space shuttles to tiny computer chips — are built. This passion inspired her to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from India\, despite being only one of 11 women in a class of 880. She further expanded her knowledge in her Master’s program in Aerospace Engineering from Arizona State University. At ASU\, Anushree was part of a lab researching Additive manufacturing of Metal alloys and defended her thesis on the additive manufacturing of Inconel 718 (a commonly used alloy in aircraft engines).\n\nOutside of work\, Anushree is an avid scuba diver (another thing she picked up in Taiwan) and loves spending time with animals.\n\n\nClose \n\nAnna Smith\nVice President Sales\nTeradyne\n\nView Bio\n\nAnna Smith\n×\n\nAnna has been fortunate to work in the Semiconductor industry for over 25 years.  After graduating with a BS in Electrical Engineering from UCLA\, Anna applied her engineering background to a business focus and subsequently\, to leadership initiatives .  At the beginning of her career\, she joined the Technical Sales Associate program in which BSEE graduates rotated through different marketing and sales support roles.  At the time\, and still today\, Anna found the semiconductor industry fast paced and exciting.\n\nAnna accepted various sales and sales management roles with a focus to add value to customers and build strong teams.  In the last few years at Teradyne\, she had the opportunity to lead a world-wide sales organization and traveled to meet with employees\, customers\, and partners.  The core role of semiconductor sales is to build the right technical solutions to solve customer’s needs.  Our customers count on us\, and we work hard to earn their trust.\n\nRecently\, Anna transferred to a new position within Teradyne to lead Sales for Cloud\, AI\, and Automotive customers.  What she loves about her current role is that every day is different and there are always new challenges to solve.   Outside of her position as VP of Sales\, Anna serves as a mentor in various organizations.  She been active in Teraydne’s Executive Mentorship Circle as well as the company’s flagship “Women in Teradyne” organization.  With two daughters studying engineering at the University of California\, Anna also mentors’ students as they start their journey into technical careers.\n\n\nClose \n\n\n 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM\n\n \n \n\nNetworking and Refreshments\n\n\n\n\nEvent Registration\n\nOpening Remarks & Keynote Speaker\nOpening\nRemarks\n\nDr. Audrey O’Neal\nAssociate Adjunct Professor of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering\n\nDirector of Women in Engineering\nUCLA\n\nView Bio\n\nDr. Audrey O’Neal\n×\n\nAudrey Pool O’Neal holds an Adjunct Associate Professor appointment in mechanical and aerospace engineering at the University of California\, Los Angeles (UCLA) and is also the director of the UCLA Women in Engineering program (WE@UCLA). In 2024\, O’Neal received the Faculty Leadership Award from the Society of Women Engineers Los Angeles Region.\n\nIn 2021\, she received the Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion Staff Award from the UCLA Academic Senate for demonstrating a commitment to the spirit of diversity\, demonstrating leadership abilities through positive interaction between persons of different cultural backgrounds\, and displaying behavior that illustrates a commitment to inclusion of persons within the institution who are members of traditionally underrepresented groups.\n\nO’Neal received a Ph.D. and an MS in Mechanical Engineering from UCLA\, an MS in Engineering Science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute\, and a BS in Mechanical Engineering from GMI Engineering and Management Institute\, now Kettering University. Before coming to UCLA\, she worked as an engineer and manager at General Motors Corporation in automatic transmission design and manufacturing.\n\n\nClose \nKeynote\nSpeaker\n\nKaren Donlan\nSenior Director\nSilicon Valley Sales\nSiemens\n\nView Bio\n\nRozi Roufoogaran\n×\n\nKaren Donlan is the Senior Director of Silicon Valley Sales for Siemens EDA\, leading a growing team responsible for delivering approximately 25% of Siemens EDA North America revenue. Karen joined Siemens EDA (then Mentor Graphics) in 2014 as an Account Director for several of their most strategic accounts and grew the largest enterprise accounts on the order of 30% per year. Prior to Siemens\, Karen was with Cadence as a Senior Account Executive and an Account Manager at Synopsys after starting her career at Motorola Semiconductor. She graduated from the University of Florida with a BSEE.\n\nKaren leverages her extensive industry knowledge and insight and adds a sense of urgency\, accountability\, and transparency to drive business success and continually grow her team and colleagues. Karen is a dedicated mentor—passionate about offering guidance\, leadership\, and support to other women as well as building the next generation of EDA talent. She was instrumental in starting the Women at Mentor Employee Resource Group and is now an active member of the Women’s Impact Network at Siemens.\n\nKaren finds inspiration in working with early-career people\, including her three daughters\, and is committed to a journey of lifelong learning from the people surrounding her.\n\n\nClose \n\n\nModerated\nPanel\nModerator\n\nRozi Roufoogaran\nSenior Director of RFIC Engineering\nNXP\n\nView Bio\n\nRozi Roufoogaran\n×\n\nRozi Roufoogaran is the Senior Director of RFIC Engineering at NXP\, leading the Ultra-Wideband technology radio development. The products she has lead are shipping today in many of the tier 1 mobile handset companies and numerous IOT devices. Prior to NXP\, she was the VP of Semiconductor Engineering at Ethertronics Inc\, a startup acquired by AVX corporation in Jan 2018\, where she lead the team responsible for their innovative line of active antenna products. Before Ethertronics\, she held a number of senior management positions during her 17 years at Broadcom Ltd\, responsible for the design and development of CMOS RF and analog circuits for varieties of wireless communication standards\, including Bluetooth\, Zigbee\, WLAN\, FM radio\, and GPS. Rozi joined Broadcom in 2000 after Innovent Systems\, the first company to develop single chip CMOS RF devices\, was acquired by Broadcom.  The innovations she has pioneered are still part of numerous chips shipping in the billions of units at Broadcom.\n\nRozi received her M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from UCLA. She is the co-author of 15 journal and conference papers and is an inventor or co-inventor of over 22 patents.\n\nRozi volunteers as a leader of the programs and projects committee at GSA’s women’s initiatives. She is also involved with ECE alumnae advisory committee at UCLA.\n\n\nClose \nPanelists\n\nAnushree Saxena\nSenior Manufacturing Engineer\nTSMC\n\nView Bio\n\nAnushree Saxena\n×\n\nAnushree is a Senior Manufacturing Engineer at Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC) Arizona\, working to help the world’s largest advance chips manufacturer establish operations in the US. Her work currently focuses on production planning and system readiness for the cutting-edge 4nm production facility in Phoenix. Anushree also spent over a year in Taiwan\, learning advanced semiconductor manufacturing practices and transferring this knowledge to the US. Anushree has found working across continents in a highly technical industry\, with its many unique and complex challenges\, to be an invaluable opportunity to learn and grow.\n\nHer working at TSMC is no coincidence. Anushree has always been fascinated by how complex engineering structures — from giant space shuttles to tiny computer chips — are built. This passion inspired her to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from India\, despite being only one of 11 women in a class of 880. She further expanded her knowledge in her Master’s program in Aerospace Engineering from Arizona State University. At ASU\, Anushree was part of a lab researching Additive manufacturing of Metal alloys and defended her thesis on the additive manufacturing of Inconel 718 (a commonly used alloy in aircraft engines).\n\nOutside of work\, Anushree is an avid scuba diver (another thing she picked up in Taiwan) and loves spending time with animals.\n\n\nClose \n\nAnna Smith\nVice President Sales\nTeradyne\n\nView Bio\n\nAnna Smith\n×\n\nAnna has been fortunate to work in the Semiconductor industry for over 25 years.  After graduating with a BS in Electrical Engineering from UCLA\, Anna applied her engineering background to a business focus and subsequently\, to leadership initiatives .  At the beginning of her career\, she joined the Technical Sales Associate program in which BSEE graduates rotated through different marketing and sales support roles.  At the time\, and still today\, Anna found the semiconductor industry fast paced and exciting.\n\nAnna accepted various sales and sales management roles with a focus to add value to customers and build strong teams.  In the last few years at Teradyne\, she had the opportunity to lead a world-wide sales organization and traveled to meet with employees\, customers\, and partners.  The core role of semiconductor sales is to build the right technical solutions to solve customer’s needs.  Our customers count on us\, and we work hard to earn their trust.\n\nRecently\, Anna transferred to a new position within Teradyne to lead Sales for Cloud\, AI\, and Automotive customers.  What she loves about her current role is that every day is different and there are always new challenges to solve.   Outside of her position as VP of Sales\, Anna serves as a mentor in various organizations.  She been active in Teraydne’s Executive Mentorship Circle as well as the company’s flagship “Women in Teradyne” organization.  With two daughters studying engineering at the University of California\, Anna also mentors’ students as they start their journey into technical careers.\n\n\nClose \n\n\n\nNetworking and Refreshments\n\nRegister\n\nWelcome & Keynote Speaker\nHow chips are changing the world\n\nCristina Borelli\nAdvisor\nSilicon Catalyst\n\nView Bio\n\nMaria Cristina\n×\n\nCristina Borelli\, Electronic Engineer from Politecnico of Milan\, has 30 years of experience in Electronic Design Automation/ Semiconductor and 10 years of experience in Software/Information Technology\, with a good understanding of the European Electronic market and ecosystem. She is committed to help new generations of innovators in the development of their ambitions in STEM. In this context\, she is currently advisor for Silicon Catalyst and Berkeley Skydeck Europe\, supporting the review process and mentoring of startups.\n\n\nClose \nPanel Discussion\nWhy picking up semiconductor and EDA?\n\nAnna\nFontanelli\nSenior Staff Engineer Manager\nMarvell Compute and Custom Solutions\nFounder\n& CEO\nMonozukuri\n\nView Bio\n\nAnna Fontanelli\n×\n\nAnna has more than 25 years of expertise in managing complex R&D organizations and programs\, giving birth to a number of innovative Electronic Design Automation (EDA) technologies. She has pioneered the study and development of several generations of IC and package co-design environments and has held senior positions at leading semiconductor and EDA company including STMicroelectronics and Mentor Graphics.\n\n\nClose \n\nLaura\nAschei\nSenior Staff Engineer Manager\nMarvell Compute and Custom Solutions\nSr. Design\nEngineer\nSynopsis\n\nView Bio\n\nLaura Aschei\n×\n\nLaura Aschei\, born in Pavia in 1994 and graduated in 2018 in electronic engineering with specialization in Microelectronics at the University of Pavia. Laura obtained a doctorate in Microelectronics at the Microlab laboratory of professors Rinaldo Castello and Danilo Manstretta. The doctoral degree was obtained in 2021 and a year of postdoc was also completed at the same laboratory. In the year 2023\, Laura was hired at Synopsys Italia and currently covers the position of Sr. Design Engineer for A&MS Circuits.\n\n\nClose \n\nSimona\n\nCometti\nLead\nApplication Engineer\nCadence\n\nView Bio\n\nSimona Cometti\n×\n\nSimona Cometti is a Lead Application Engineer at Cadence Design System\, a primary Electronic Design Automation provider for electronic design. Previously\, Simona was a postdoctoral researcher in an EU-funded project on applied and medical physics. She graduated in physics in Torino and then got her Ph.D. in “Electrical\, Electronics\, and Communications Engineering”.\n\n\nClose \n\nValentina Marazzi\nPhd\nStudent\nUniversità di Pavia\n\nView Bio\n\nValentina Marazzi\n×\n\nValentina Marazzi was born in Voghera\, Italy\, in 1999. She received the B.S. and M.S. degrees in electronics engineering from University of Pavia\, Italy\, in 2020 and 2022\, respectively. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in microelectronics from University of Pavia in collaboration with Marvell. Her current research interests include design and modeling techniques of analog components for millimeter-wave and RF applications on CMOS micro and nanotechnologies.\n\n\nClose \nParticipating Companies URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/2024-navigate-your-career-in-semis-ucla/ CATEGORIES:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/University-Thumbnail-2024-Square-min.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T200000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20240731T154904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T203851Z UID:10000061-1726759800-1726776000@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors @ Texas A&M\, College Station DESCRIPTION:September 19\n3:30 PM\n – \n8:00 PM\nCDT\n \n \n Are you a student eager to explore diverse career paths and cutting-edge technologies? Join us for an enlightening event focused on the dynamic world of semiconductors! \nThis event offers a unique opportunity for students to delve into the fascinating world of semiconductors\, welcoming all levels of interest\, knowledge\, and expertise. Discover how this industry intersects with various fields of study\, explore potential career pathways\, and network with industry professionals. Don’t miss out on this chance to unlock your potential and shape the future of technology! \n Agenda \n \n \n \n \n 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM \n \n \n \n \n Networking in the Atrium \n \n \n \n \n \n 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM \n \n \n \n \n Panel Discussion: Professional Development and Soft Skills in Career Growth \n \n \n \n \n \n 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n Dinner and Networking \n \n \n \n \n \n 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM \n \n \n \n \n Panel Discussion: Innovations in Semiconductor Technology \n \n \n \n \n \n 7:15 PM – 8:00 PM \n \n \n \n \n Final Opportunity for Networking \n \n \n \n \n Networking in the Atrium \n \n \n Panel Discussion: Professional Development and Soft Skills in Career Growth \n \n \n Dinner and Networking \n \n \n Panel Discussion: Innovations in Semiconductor Technology \n \n \n Final Opportunity for Networking \n \n \n Register\n \n Non-Technical Panel \n Moderator \n \n Cheryl Sekel \n Chief of Staff/Director of Business Operations\n \n AMD \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Cheryl Sekel \n ×\n Chief of Staff/Director of Business OperationsAMD Cheryl Sekel is Chief of Staff to the AMD CTO\, responsible for aligning and scaling CTO business operations and engineering business processes to support the company’s growth. In this role\, she drives cross-functional executional excellence across all business and engineering functions by optimizing business processes\, alignment\, and collaboration throughout the company. Cheryl has more than 25+ years in the high-tech industry experience spanning operations\, business planning\, marketing\, and communications\, including previous leadership roles at Dell and Alchemy Semiconductor. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from Texas A&M University. \n \n Close \n Panelists \n \n Jacques St-Laurent \n Sr. Business Development Consultant\, Academic Enablement & Workforce Development \n Siemens \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Jacques St-Laurent \n ×\n Sr. Business Consultant – Academic Workforce Development Siemens Digital Industries Software Jacques brings 40+ years of industry knowledge and hands-on experience of which the past 25 as senior business consultant for Siemens Digital Industries Software. His intellectual capital spans multiple industries such as Aerospace\, Automotive\, and Consumer Goods as Program Manager and Educator. In the fields of Electronics\, Industrial design\, Machinery\, Energy\, Process\, and Medical\, his accomplishments are reflected in consumer products purchased daily around the globe. His passion today is to mentor students interested in Sales and Marketing regardless of the industry they choose. \n \n Close \n \n Nidhi Chawla\n \n Section Manager\, Semiconductor Systems R&D \n National Instruments \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Nidhi Chawla \n ×\n Section Manager\, Semiconductor Systems R&D National Instruments Nidhi Chawla is a Senior Manager (Engineering and Technical Program Management) in the Semiconductor Business Unit (SEBU) at National Instruments (now Emerson). She has around 20 years of experience in Semiconductor\,  Wireless and Space applications. Having spent most of her career in R&D divisions before moving to the Business Unit\, Nidhi is passionate about innovation and technology. The last few years in the Business Unit grew her affinity to revenue\, profits\, and customers. The unique blend of her passions and skills makes her a successful leader at NI. She is also one of the few women leaders in SEBU and additionally leads the Community pillar for Women’s Employee Resource Group at NI. This makes her a strong supporter of Women empowerment and she is often seen supporting various related initiatives outside of work. In her free time\, she enjoys hiking\, cross country drives\, reading motivational books and writing related blogs. \n \n Close \n \n Nancy Nosratghazan \n Senior HR Business Partner \n Cadence \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Nancy Nosratghazan \n ×\n Senior HR Business Partner Cadence Design Systems Nancy is a Senior HR Business Partner at Cadence Design Systems\, where she provides strategic HR support to senior leaders and employees globally. In addition to her role as an HRBP\, She has developed several impactful training programs for employees and managers\, focusing on leadership development and soft skills. Prior to joining Cadence\, Nancy worked for companies like Apple\, Google\, and MGO\, gaining diverse experience across HR functions. Outside of work\, Nancy enjoys exploring Austin cafes with her husband and two dogs. She is also dedicated to volunteering at high schools and universities\, helping students prepare for their future careers. \n \n Close \n Technical Panel \n Moderator \n \n Richa Mishra \n Technical Lead Manager\, Infrastructure Hardware Analytics\n \n Meta \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Richa Mishra \n ×\n Technical Lead Manager\, Infrastructure Hardware Analytics Meta​  Richa is a Technical Lead Manager at Meta\, specializing in Infrastructure Hardware Analytics. She leads fleet telemetry development for AI platforms\, focusing on power\, thermal\, and performance optimization. Her expertise lies in data-driven hardware and DC optimization for current demands\, scalability for AI systems and the overall fleet\, with an emphasis on real-time monitoring and benchmarking. Richa’s domain includes increasing efficiency through power management\, thermal control\, and capacity analysis\, as well as telemetry standardization. With a focus on enabling successful new product introductions\, her domain areas include AI/ML applications for fault tolerance\, reduce downtime\, and enable telemetry at scale. Richa has published papers on simulation modeling\, telemetry enablement\, and hardware utilization effectiveness\, and presented her work at CODIT 2024 conference\, WISH 2023 conference\, Open Compute Project 2022\, and InterPACK conference 2022. Prior to Meta\, she was a Senior Engineer in Hardware Data Science at Qualcomm\, specializing in server hardware analytics. Richa holds a Master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from San Diego State University. \n \n Close \n Panelists \n \n Quentarius Moore\n \n Technical Staff Software Development Engineer \n AMD \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Quentarius Moore \n ×\n Technical Staff Software Development EngineerAMD Howdy! Nice to meet you face-to-face :). My name is Quentarius Moore. There are a lot of things that make me who I am\, however\, something I enjoy doing is being a software development engineer at AMD! I am in the Datacenter/High-Performance Computing GPU team\, where I have been for 1 year now. Graduated from Texas A&M Dec ’23 with my doctorate in chemistry so I still remember the feelings of being in your position trying to figure out career/life. I also completed an internship with my team at AMD during the Fall ’22 semester. You’re more than welcome to connect at this event or on LinkedIn for those with anxiety/nervousness. \n \n Close \n \n Melissa Abraham\n \n Senior Design Verification Engineer\n \n Marvell \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Melissa Abraham \n ×\n Senior Design Verification EngineerMarvell Technology Melissa Abraham is a Senior Design Verification Engineer at Marvell Technology. After earning her Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Computer Science from the University of Vermont in 2021\, she joined Marvell and has been contributing to the company for the past two years. Melissa has worked on various projects involving ASICs and SoCs\, expanding her skills in UVM\, System Verilog\, C\, Full Chip verification\, and IP-level verification. Melissa is passionate about continuous learning and advocating for women in STEM. She actively participates in recruitment events with GSA WLI and is a member of Women@Marvell\, a group focused on connecting and supporting women across the company. \n \n Close \n \n Aarthi Ravi\n \n ASIC Verification Engineer\n \n Microchip \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Aarthi RavI \n ×\n ASIC Verification EngineerMicrochip Aarthi Ravi is a design verification engineer at Microchip Technology.  She graduated from UC San Diego earning a Bachelor’s degree\, majoring in Electrical Engineering. She has been with Microchip for just over two years and works on design and verification of mixed-signal ICs. She enjoys working with leading engineers in design\, emulation\, and test teams. When off work\, Aarthi enjoys playing video games\, reading epic fantasy\, going to Hotworx\, and watching anime. \n \n Close \n \n Liana Nicklaus \n Principal Applications Engineer\n \n Arm \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Liana Nicklaus \n ×\n Principal System ArchitectArm​ Liana Nicklaus is a Principal System Architect leading the development of guidelines for attaching AI accelerators to Arm Neoverse server systems.  She grew up in the Chiago suburbs and did her undergrad in Electrical & Computer Engineering at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC)\, taking internships at Fermilab\, Wolfram\, IBM and Qualcomm along the way. After graduation\, she started work at Arm in Austin\, TX as part of a graduate rotation program\, pursuing her M.S. in Computer Engineering at UT Austin part-time while she worked. After finishing her rotation program\, Liana worked for several years as a system-on-chip (SoC) design engineer. She then moved into Applications Engineering\, providing technical support and consulting for Arm customers for three years. This year\, she started a new role as a System Architect\, writing specifications that help Arm customers design systems that will work well with Arm components and industry standards. Outside of work\, she is also mom to the sweetest little 2-year-old you will ever meet\, and loves hiking\, biking and baking with her husband and friends. \n \n Close URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/2024-navigate-your-way-texas-am-college-station/ CATEGORIES:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/University-Thumbnail-2024-Square-min.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240828T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240828T150000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20240731T150644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145549Z UID:10000060-1724846400-1724857200@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Navigate Your Career In Semiconductors @ UT Austin DESCRIPTION:August 28\n12:00 PM\n–\n3:00 PM\nCDT\n\n\nAre you a student eager to explore diverse career paths and cutting-edge technologies? Join us for an enlightening event focused on the dynamic world of semiconductors!\n\nThis event offers a unique opportunity for students to delve into the fascinating world of semiconductors\, welcoming all levels of interest\, knowledge\, and expertise. Discover how this industry intersects with various fields of study\, explore potential career pathways\, and network with industry professionals. Don’t miss out on this chance to unlock your potential and shape the future of technology!\nAgenda\n\n 12 PM – 1 PM\n\n \n \nTechnical Panel\nModerator\n\nRichard Heller\nPrincipal Member of Technical Staff\nAMD\n\nView Bio\n\nRichard Heller\n×\n\nPrincipal Member of Technical Staff\nAMD\n\nRichard Heller is a proud 3-time graduate of The University of Texas earning his BS\, MS\, and PhD all from the Cockrell School of Engineering. Richard has been published over 40 times in journals and conference proceedings and owns 1 US Patent. Richard has been in the semiconductor industry for over 20 years starting at Motorola Semiconductor and the past 19 years at AMD. For the past 4 years\, Richard has served as a Silicon Reliability Architect at AMD. Richard has 3 young boys and enjoys attending the UT home football games with his family.\n\n\nClose \n\nDebika Ingham\nDFT Engineer\nArm\n\nView Bio\n\nDebika Ingham\n×\n\nDFT Engineer\nARM\n\nDebika Ingham is a ’95 graduate from UT Austin with a BSEE and later an MBA|MSEE from Sloan|MIT .  Her career has been largely centered around lifelong learning and has spanned semiconductor research\, manufacturing\, design\, test\, and technical/strategic marketing as well as a lovely extended stint as a stay-at-home parent and as a high school STEM educator.\n\nAs a returner to the industry\,  she’s been reminded that the only constant is change\, and that is truly exciting.  She’s hit her two-year anniversary at ARM\, has been constantly amazed at the work they do\, and is looking forward to seeing the future you all help engineer.\n\n\nClose \n\nMichelle Evans\nStrategic Applications Software Manager\nTeradyne\n\nView Bio\n\nMichelle Evans\n×\n\nStrategic Software Applications Solutions Manager\nTeradyne\, Inc.\n\nMichelle Evans is a Strategic Software Applications Solutions Manager at Teradyne\, Inc.  Teradyne is a Semiconductor Automated Test (ATE) Equipment Company which operates on the cutting edge of technological advancements within the electronics testing industry.  Michelle holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Texas.  As a Solutions Manager at Teradyne\, Michelle strives to meet the high testing demands of system-on-a-chip designs that push the limits of mobile applications processors\, automotive microcontrollers & networking devices.  In todays world of IoT we bring together devices\, automotive\, home appliances with demands on connectivity\, storage and analytics.  Semiconductor ATE device development workflow has been moving into a hyper-automation phase\, as such her work passions have turned to initiatives that also include DevOps Automation and Data Analytics in a Smart manufacturing environment.  Michelle’s hobbies includes amateur photography of her son’s athletic teams\, fishing with her husband\, as well as competing nationally as an equestrian.\n\n\nClose \n\nSheela\nPillai\nSenior Director of Engineering\nRenesas\n\nView Bio\n\nSheela Pillai​\n×\n\nSenior Director of Engineering\nRenesas\n\nSheela Pillai is a technology leader with over 25 years of semiconductor experience with a great passion for the semiconductor industry \, technology initiatives and developing flag ship products in leading edge technology. Sheela is motivated by bringing and driving changes and fostering innovations\, restructuring an underperforming org or building a team from the scratch.​\n\nAt Renesas she is Sr. Director Engineering in High Performance Computing group leading SOC development for automotive applications.​\n\nPrior to joining Renesas \, Sheela worked at a number of industry leading companies including Intel\, Qualcomm\, Microsoft\, Altera and AMD. ​\n\nSheela led and successfully delivered many corporate strategies\, technology initiatives\, methodology transformations in addition to leading and managing large globally distributed organizations.​\n\nShe also participated as a speaker in many international technical conferences​.\n\n​\n\n\nClose \n\n\n 1 PM -2 PM\n\n \n \nNon-Technical Panel\nModerator\n\nDiane Vanasse\nVice President of Marketing Communications\nCredo\n\nView Bio\n\nDiane Vanasse\n×\n\nVice President of Marketing Communications\nCredo\n\nDiane has over 20 years of Marketing Communications and PR experience in the semiconductor industry.  She has led the communications and brand efforts for two successful IPOs and worked with numerous Fortune 500 companies\, both internally and as a partner. Diane also leads Credo’s ESG efforts and is engaged with several nonprofit organizations\, including the American Heart Association for which she serves on the Executive Leadership Team for its annual Heart Ball Fundraiser. Prior to joining Credo\, Diane served as a Senior Director of Marketing Communications and PR with Power Integrations. She has held various positions at Marvell\, Audience (acquired by Knowles corporation)\, Power Integrations\, and Nvidia.\n\n\nClose \n\nOnanong Kamolvat\nSr. Manager\, Global Trade Compliance\nMarvell\n\nView Bio\n\nOnanong Kamolvat\n×\n\nSenior Manager\, Global Trade Compliance\nMarvell Technology\, Inc.\n\nOnanong Kamolvat is the Senior Manager of Global Trade Compliance at Marvell Technology\, Inc.\, where she leads remote teams in managing the company’s Import and Export Trade Compliance Program. With a focus on digital transformation\, she leverages emerging technologies to innovate and optimize business models\, providing strategic direction and technical expertise to enhance Marvell’s Trade Compliance Program\, balancing regulatory compliance with business growth.\n\nPrior to Marvell\, Onanong was the Senior Manager of Global Trade Services at Maxim Integrated (now Analog Devices) for nearly a decade. There\, she developed and maintained export compliance policies and procedures to support global transactions\, ensuring adherence to U.S. and international regulations. She also actively participated in trade-related government committees and provided strategic guidance to foster business growth through trade compliance.\n\nOnanong holds an MBA in Global Business from the University of Dallas and a Bachelor of Accounting from Kasetsart University in Bangkok. She is a recipient of the Chief Legal and Compliance Officer Award and the CFO Excellence Award for Microsoft Dynamics CRM from Maxim Integrated. Additionally\, she serves as an industry mentor for the Chinese Institute of Engineers USA\, Dallas Chapter.\n\n\nClose \n\nJoanna Pritchard\nAcademic / Workforce Development\nSiemens\n\nView Bio\n\nJoanna Pritchard\n×\n\nAcademic/Workforce Development\nSiemens\n\nDrawing upon my leadership experience on both sides of the Atlantic\, I am a strategic thinker and problem solver who excels in fostering academic partnerships and implementing innovative solutions delivering value and impact. Collaborating with employers and educators\, I identify and deliver the right tools and resources that enable educators to teach the skills that employers need\, developing students ready for the future of work\, and filling the pipeline with talent.\n\nIn my current role I lead the global academic engagement and workforce development strategy for Siemens EDA. My commitment is to provide educators with the right teaching and learning tools; students with the right skills; and our customers with a full talent pipeline for recruitment.\n\nAs a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy\, a STEM PhD\, and an Emory MBA\, I offer a unique blend of competencies that enable me to bridge the gap between business and education. This allows me to cultivate productive relationships built on credibility\, trust and respect.\n\nEmbracing lifelong learning and fearlessly navigating a ‘squiggly’ career path\, I’ve had the privilege of exploring exciting opportunities and relocating across the Atlantic. Serendipity\, coupled with unwavering family support and a penchant for saying ‘yes\,’ has played a pivotal role in my success.\n\nPassionate about mentoring and guiding others\, I actively champion diversity\, inclusivity\, and social mobility. I strive to create a lively\, secure\, and engaging environment for tackling complex problems. My mission is to encourage individuals to authentically be themselves\, challenge conformity\, and embrace occasional failures as opportunities for learning and growth. I abide by the mantra “Courage over Comfort” and steadfastly uphold my core values.\n\n\nClose \n\nPatricia Villagomez\nSales Enablement Manager\nMicron\n\nView Bio\n\nPatricia Villagomez\n×\n\nSales Enablement Manager\nMicron​\n\nWith over 18 years of experience in sales and marketing\, Patricia Villagomez is a seasoned professional with a robust background in sales enablement and management. She currently serves as the Global Sales Enablement Manager at Micron Technology\, a leading semiconductor company\, where she is known for driving sales efficiency and effectiveness through strategic planning and execution.\n\nPatricia’s approach emphasizes collaboration and innovation\, leading initiatives that empower sales teams to surpass their targets.\n\nPrior to her tenure at Micron Technology\, Patricia was a Senior Sales Enablement and Change Management Consultant at National Instruments\, now part of Emerson. Her role highlighted her expertise in sales processes and organizational change.\n\nOriginally from Mexico\, Patricia relocated to Austin and advanced her education at St. Edward’s University\, earning a degree in Business Administration and Finance.\n\nHer diverse background enables her to thrive in various environments\, leveraging her skills to foster growth and success.\n\n\nClose \n\n\n 2 PM – 3 PM\n\n \n \nNetworking and Refreshments \n\n\n\n\nTechnical Panel\nModerator\n\nRichard Heller\nPrincipal Member of Technical Staff\nAMD\n\nView Bio\n\nRichard Heller\n×\n\nPrincipal Member of Technical Staff\nAMD\n\nRichard Heller is a proud 3-time graduate of The University of Texas earning his BS\, MS\, and PhD all from the Cockrell School of Engineering. Richard has been published over 40 times in journals and conference proceedings and owns 1 US Patent. Richard has been in the semiconductor industry for over 20 years starting at Motorola Semiconductor and the past 19 years at AMD. For the past 4 years\, Richard has served as a Silicon Reliability Architect at AMD. Richard has 3 young boys and enjoys attending the UT home football games with his family.\n\n\nClose \n\nDebika Ingham\nDFT Engineer\nArm\n\nView Bio\n\nDebika Ingham\n×\n\nDFT Engineer\nARM\n\nDebika Ingham is a ’95 graduate from UT Austin with a BSEE and later an MBA|MSEE from Sloan|MIT .  Her career has been largely centered around lifelong learning and has spanned semiconductor research\, manufacturing\, design\, test\, and technical/strategic marketing as well as a lovely extended stint as a stay-at-home parent and as a high school STEM educator.\n\nAs a returner to the industry\,  she’s been reminded that the only constant is change\, and that is truly exciting.  She’s hit her two-year anniversary at ARM\, has been constantly amazed at the work they do\, and is looking forward to seeing the future you all help engineer.\n\n\nClose \n\nMichelle Evans\nStrategic Applications Software Manager\nTeradyne\n\nView Bio\n\nMichelle Evans\n×\n\nStrategic Software Applications Solutions Manager\nTeradyne\, Inc.\n\nMichelle Evans is a Strategic Software Applications Solutions Manager at Teradyne\, Inc.  Teradyne is a Semiconductor Automated Test (ATE) Equipment Company which operates on the cutting edge of technological advancements within the electronics testing industry.  Michelle holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Texas.  As a Solutions Manager at Teradyne\, Michelle strives to meet the high testing demands of system-on-a-chip designs that push the limits of mobile applications processors\, automotive microcontrollers & networking devices.  In todays world of IoT we bring together devices\, automotive\, home appliances with demands on connectivity\, storage and analytics.  Semiconductor ATE device development workflow has been moving into a hyper-automation phase\, as such her work passions have turned to initiatives that also include DevOps Automation and Data Analytics in a Smart manufacturing environment.  Michelle’s hobbies includes amateur photography of her son’s athletic teams\, fishing with her husband\, as well as competing nationally as an equestrian.\n\n\nClose \n\nSheela\nPillai\nSenior Director of Engineering\nRenesas\n\nView Bio\n\nSheela Pillai​\n×\n\nSenior Director of Engineering\nRenesas\n\nSheela Pillai is a technology leader with over 25 years of semiconductor experience with a great passion for the semiconductor industry \, technology initiatives and developing flag ship products in leading edge technology. Sheela is motivated by bringing and driving changes and fostering innovations\, restructuring an underperforming org or building a team from the scratch.​\n\nAt Renesas she is Sr. Director Engineering in High Performance Computing group leading SOC development for automotive applications.​\n\nPrior to joining Renesas \, Sheela worked at a number of industry leading companies including Intel\, Qualcomm\, Microsoft\, Altera and AMD. ​\n\nSheela led and successfully delivered many corporate strategies\, technology initiatives\, methodology transformations in addition to leading and managing large globally distributed organizations.​\n\nShe also participated as a speaker in many international technical conferences​.\n\n​\n\n\nClose \n\n\nNon-Technical Panel\nModerator\n\nDiane Vanasse\nVice President of Marketing Communications\nCredo\n\nView Bio\n\nDiane Vanasse\n×\n\nVice President of Marketing Communications\nCredo\n\nDiane has over 20 years of Marketing Communications and PR experience in the semiconductor industry.  She has led the communications and brand efforts for two successful IPOs and worked with numerous Fortune 500 companies\, both internally and as a partner. Diane also leads Credo’s ESG efforts and is engaged with several nonprofit organizations\, including the American Heart Association for which she serves on the Executive Leadership Team for its annual Heart Ball Fundraiser. Prior to joining Credo\, Diane served as a Senior Director of Marketing Communications and PR with Power Integrations. She has held various positions at Marvell\, Audience (acquired by Knowles corporation)\, Power Integrations\, and Nvidia.\n\n\nClose \n\nOnanong Kamolvat\nSr. Manager\, Global Trade Compliance\nMarvell\n\nView Bio\n\nOnanong Kamolvat\n×\n\nSenior Manager\, Global Trade Compliance\nMarvell Technology\, Inc.\n\nOnanong Kamolvat is the Senior Manager of Global Trade Compliance at Marvell Technology\, Inc.\, where she leads remote teams in managing the company’s Import and Export Trade Compliance Program. With a focus on digital transformation\, she leverages emerging technologies to innovate and optimize business models\, providing strategic direction and technical expertise to enhance Marvell’s Trade Compliance Program\, balancing regulatory compliance with business growth.\n\nPrior to Marvell\, Onanong was the Senior Manager of Global Trade Services at Maxim Integrated (now Analog Devices) for nearly a decade. There\, she developed and maintained export compliance policies and procedures to support global transactions\, ensuring adherence to U.S. and international regulations. She also actively participated in trade-related government committees and provided strategic guidance to foster business growth through trade compliance.\n\nOnanong holds an MBA in Global Business from the University of Dallas and a Bachelor of Accounting from Kasetsart University in Bangkok. She is a recipient of the Chief Legal and Compliance Officer Award and the CFO Excellence Award for Microsoft Dynamics CRM from Maxim Integrated. Additionally\, she serves as an industry mentor for the Chinese Institute of Engineers USA\, Dallas Chapter.\n\n\nClose \n\nJoanna Pritchard\nAcademic / Workforce Development\nSiemens\n\nView Bio\n\nJoanna Pritchard\n×\n\nAcademic/Workforce Development\nSiemens\n\nDrawing upon my leadership experience on both sides of the Atlantic\, I am a strategic thinker and problem solver who excels in fostering academic partnerships and implementing innovative solutions delivering value and impact. Collaborating with employers and educators\, I identify and deliver the right tools and resources that enable educators to teach the skills that employers need\, developing students ready for the future of work\, and filling the pipeline with talent.\n\nIn my current role I lead the global academic engagement and workforce development strategy for Siemens EDA. My commitment is to provide educators with the right teaching and learning tools; students with the right skills; and our customers with a full talent pipeline for recruitment.\n\nAs a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy\, a STEM PhD\, and an Emory MBA\, I offer a unique blend of competencies that enable me to bridge the gap between business and education. This allows me to cultivate productive relationships built on credibility\, trust and respect.\n\nEmbracing lifelong learning and fearlessly navigating a ‘squiggly’ career path\, I’ve had the privilege of exploring exciting opportunities and relocating across the Atlantic. Serendipity\, coupled with unwavering family support and a penchant for saying ‘yes\,’ has played a pivotal role in my success.\n\nPassionate about mentoring and guiding others\, I actively champion diversity\, inclusivity\, and social mobility. I strive to create a lively\, secure\, and engaging environment for tackling complex problems. My mission is to encourage individuals to authentically be themselves\, challenge conformity\, and embrace occasional failures as opportunities for learning and growth. I abide by the mantra “Courage over Comfort” and steadfastly uphold my core values.\n\n\nClose \n\nPatricia Villagomez\nSales Enablement Manager\nMicron\n\nView Bio\n\nPatricia Villagomez\n×\n\nSales Enablement Manager\nMicron​\n\nWith over 18 years of experience in sales and marketing\, Patricia Villagomez is a seasoned professional with a robust background in sales enablement and management. She currently serves as the Global Sales Enablement Manager at Micron Technology\, a leading semiconductor company\, where she is known for driving sales efficiency and effectiveness through strategic planning and execution.\n\nPatricia’s approach emphasizes collaboration and innovation\, leading initiatives that empower sales teams to surpass their targets.\n\nPrior to her tenure at Micron Technology\, Patricia was a Senior Sales Enablement and Change Management Consultant at National Instruments\, now part of Emerson. Her role highlighted her expertise in sales processes and organizational change.\n\nOriginally from Mexico\, Patricia relocated to Austin and advanced her education at St. Edward’s University\, earning a degree in Business Administration and Finance.\n\nHer diverse background enables her to thrive in various environments\, leveraging her skills to foster growth and success.\n\n\nClose \n\n\nNetworking and Refreshments \n\n\nRegister\n\nEvent Gallery\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipating Companies URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/2024-navigate-your-career-in-semiconductors-ut-austin/ CATEGORIES:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/University-Thumbnail-2024-Square-min.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240827T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240827T143000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20240719T200044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145550Z UID:10000059-1724751000-1724769000@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:2024 Lunch & Learn - Austin DESCRIPTION:Made Possible by: Invitation Only \n \n August 27\n9:30 AM\n – \n2:30 PM\n Our aim for the Lunch and Learn series has been to offer a blend of executive and technical topics\, featuring women who are leaders in their respective fields delivering keynote presentations and participating in panel discussions. The overarching theme of our Lunch and Learns is “Pathways to Success”. This event will provide an excellent opportunity for women from different companies to connect and network\, which we believe is essential for visibility and professional growth. \n Recap \n \n Gallery \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda \n \n \n \n \n 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM \n \n \n \n \n Coffee & Networking \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30 AM – 10:35 AM \n \n \n \n \n Opening Remarks \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:35 AM- 11:15 AM \n \n \n \n \n Keynote \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:15 AM – 12:30 PM \n \n \n \n \n “Pathways to Success”Panel Discussion \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30 PM – 2:25 PM \n \n \n \n \n Lunch/Coffee & Networking \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:25 PM – 2:30 PM \n \n \n \n \n Closing Remarks \n \n \n \n \n Coffee & Networking \n \n \n Opening Remarks \n \n \n Keynote \n \n \n “Pathways to Success”Panel Discussion \n \n \n Lunch/Coffee & Networking \n \n \n Closing Remarks \n \n Opening Remarks \n \n Priya Heerwani \n Technology Strategy & Advisory Leader \n Company \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Priya Heerwani \n ×\n Priya Heerwani leads Technology Strategy for multiple High-Tech clients. Her experience spans Digital Transformation\, Digital Platforms\, Tech Value\, and recently Gen AI Strategy. She specializes in helping companies define and execute strategic initiatives\, advance towards digital maturity\, optimize costs\, and drive organization-wide innovation. In terms of education\, Priya has an MBA from INSEAD and MS in Chemical & Environmental Engineering from Michigan State University. \n \n Close \n Keynote Speaker \n \n Diane Vanasse \n VP of Marketing and Communications \n Credo \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Diane Vanasee \n ×\n VP of Marketing and CommunicationsCredo Diane has over 20 years of Marketing Communications and PR experience in the semiconductor industry.  She has led the communications and brand efforts for two successful IPOs and worked with numerous Fortune 500 companies\, both internally and as a partner. Diane also leads Credo’s ESG efforts and is engaged with several nonprofit organizations\, including the American Heart Association for which she serves on the Executive Leadership Team for its annual Heart Ball Fundraiser. Prior to joining Credo\, Diane served as a Senior Director of Marketing Communications and PR with Power Integrations. She has held various positions at Marvell\, Audience (acquired by Knowles corporation)\, Power Integrations\, and Nvidia.  \n \n Close \n Panel Discussion \n “Pathways to Success” \n Moderator \n \n MaggyIbrahim \n Semiconductor Strategy Manager & Transformation Executive \n Accenture \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Maggy Ibrahim \n ×\n Semiconductor Strategy Manager & Transformation Executive Accenture Maggy Ibrahim is a strategy manager in Accenture’s Semiconductor practice focused on cross functional transformation and raw materials. She serves clients across the semiconductor value chain from materials to equipment & IDMs/foundries. Prior to Accenture\, Maggy was at Intel in Data Center Sales Operations for $8B of revenue and materials & equipment procurement for $1B of spends. Maggy holds an MBA from Michigan State University and Bachelor’s in International Studies from Texas A&M University. \n \n Close \n Panelists \n \n RitaGupta \n Fellow \n AMD \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Rita Gupta \n ×\n Fellow AMD Rita Gupta is Fellow at AMD in Server System Architecture and Co-Chair of Memory Systems WG at CXL consortium. She has over 24 years of industry experience in various domains such as CPU coherency\, IO technology and Memory. In her career\, she has donned breadth of roles in technical leadership and people management across various aspects of design cycle from architecture to silicon.  \n \n Close \n \n Dr. Lihong \nCao \n Sr. Director\, Engineering & Technical Marketing \n ASE\, Inc. \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Dr. Lihong Cao \n ×\n Sr. Director\, Engineering & Technical Marketing ASE\, Inc. Dr. Lihong Cao is Sr. Director at ASE responsible for driving advanced packaging technology development\, package architectures\, engineering operation and business engagement. Her expertise spans across design\, process development and production enablement. She leads chiplets Die to Die interconnect standardization effort within UCIe consortium serving on the Board of Directors. Prior to joining ASE\, Dr. Lihong led global teams in advanced packaging technology qualification at AMD. Her academic experience includes a tenure as Research Associate Professor at Nanyang Technology University in Singapore. \n \n Close \n \n Xun Yang \n Director of Engineering of PHY/MAC Design \n Silicon Labs \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Xun Yang \n ×\n Director of Design EngineeringSilicon Labs Xun Yang is a Director of Design Engineering at Silicon Labs\, leading a worldwide team of PHY/MAC engineers designing wireless IoT ICs. Xun joined Silicon Labs in 2000 as a design engineer\, and worked on the company’s Wireline\, Timing\, and most recent years IoT products. Prior to Silicon Labs\, Xun worked at AMD and Lucent Technologies.  Xun has a BSEE from Tsinghua University in China and a MSEE from University of Texas at Austin.  \n \n Close \n \n AnubhaTewari \n Sr. Director\, Strategic Finance & Operations \n GlobalFoundries \n \n View Bio\n \n \n Anubha Tewari \n ×\n Sr. Director\, Strategic Finance & OperationsGlobalFoundries Anubha Tewari leads Strategic Finance & Operations at GlobalFoundries where she owns GF’s long range planning\, market intelligence\, strategic pricing and R&D finance. In her 10yrs at GF\, she has had roles spanning demand management\, business operations\, investment planning\, chief of staff to CEO & product management. Anubha holds a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from VJTI and a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from ASU. \n \n Close URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/2024-lunch-learn-austin/ CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn Program,Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Lunch-and-Learn-August-2024-Web-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240509T153000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20240319T231520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145550Z UID:10000055-1715245200-1715268600@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:2024 Board-Ready Women’s Event DESCRIPTION:2024 Board-Ready Women’s Event\nSponsored by Egon Zehnder and Morgan Stanley\n\nView Event Recap Document\n\n\n\nWomen who have achieved great success in their corporate leadership role often look for other ways to expand their careers and experience and finding a great fit on a public board of directors may be one opportunity. But finding the first public board is often a daunting task. We will bring together some of the most successful female directors to learn how they navigated this career path and are contributing to public boards.\nSpeakers\n\nJon Carter\nEgon Zehnder\n\nView Bio\n\nJon Carter\n×\n\nJon Carter guides recruitment for global technology and communications clients and has particular expertise in the semiconductor\, systems\, enterprise software and networking sectors. He was a founding member of Egon Zehnder’s Palo Alto office and is active in the Technology and Communications and Board Consulting practices. Jon specializes in board director search and board effectiveness reviews\, as well as CEO succession planning.\n\nPrior to joining Egon Zehnder\, Jon was Director of Europe for SuperMac\, a Silicon Valley-based manufacturer of computer graphics peripherals. Previously\, he was a Senior Associate with Broadview\, a leading technology investment bank. Jon began his career at Scicon\, a global provider of IT services and software\, where he held engineering and project management roles while based in London\, Palo Alto\, and Washington\, D.C.\n\nJon has an MA in computer science from Cambridge University and an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business. He is an avid traveler and has ridden his motorcycle across deserts and mountains on six continents.\n\n\nClose \n\nRachel Williams\nEgon Zehnder\n\nView Bio\n\nRachel Williams\n×\n\nBased in Dallas\, Rachel Williams is active in Egon Zehnder’s Semiconductors and Technology Practices\, applying her extensive leadership experience to help midsized and large companies in this fast-paced industry grow and advance while serving clients worldwide and improving people’s lives. In addition to working with CEOs and business leaders\, she has a unique ability to help CFOs and Supply Chain Executive unlock their full potential for reshaping and driving their organizations. Rachel also has considerable experience and insights in investment banking\, FinTech\, and wealth management and is a sought-after advisor to executives in these industries.\n\nBefore joining Egon Zehnder\, Rachel held the posts of Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Avantax Wealth Management in Dallas. Before that she served as Senior Director of Finance and Operations at Texas Instruments\, working in Dallas\, Taiwan\, and Malaysia. Rachel began her career as an investment banking analyst at Bear Stearns in New York.\n\nRachel earned a BS in finance and accounting from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business and an MBA from the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas. She has also completed the Leadership Women America and Leadership Women Texas programs. Outside her work\, Rachel is passionate about promoting confidence\, leadership\, and STEM education in young girls; this includes leading the Girl Scout troop that one of her two daughters belongs to and previously sat on the board of High Tech High Heels\, a nonprofit organization devoted to closing the gender gap in STEM careers. To stay active\, she enjoys running in marathons and exploring the great outdoors.\n\n\nClose \n\nMark Edelstone\nMorgan Stanley\n\nView Bio\n\nMark Edelstone\n×\n\nChairman of Global Semiconductor Investment Banking\nMorgan Stanley\n\nMark Edelstone is a Managing Director and Chairman of Global Semiconductor Investment Banking for Morgan Stanley. During his career\, he has worked as a portfolio manager\, equity research analyst and investment banker\, and has specialized in the semiconductor and technology sectors since 1989. Since then\, he has helped many clients meet their strategic objectives and address their challenges.\n\nDuring his investment banking career\, Mark has advised dozens of companies on M&A transactions valued at more than $500 billion\, including Xilinx’s $50Bn sale to AMD\, Freescale’s $12Bn sale to NXP\, Cypress Semiconductor’s $10Bn sale to Infineon and Analog Device’s $21Bn acquisition of Maxim. Beyond M&A\, he has led 30 IPOs and helped dozens of companies raise more than $250 billion in the debt and equity capital markets. In 2020\, Mark was ranked as the second leading M&A banker on the street by Business Insider.\n\nAs a research analyst\, Mark was selected as an all-star analyst by Institutional Investor magazine for his research coverage of the semiconductor industry for 11 consecutive years. In addition\, he was selected five times for the Wall Street Journal’s Stock Picking Award within “The Best on the Street Survey”. During 1999 and 2001\, Mark was listed by First Call Corp. as the most-read securities analyst in the world. Prior to his career as a research analyst\, Mark founded a money management company that specialized in asset allocation in 1986.\n\nMark received his undergraduate degree in Political Economics from the University of California and holds an MBA in Finance\, with a concentration in Investments from Golden Gate University in San Francisco. He is a co-founder of the dual-degree Management\, Entrepreneurship & Technology Program at the University of California at Berkeley. In addition\, he is a Chartered Financial Analyst and a Chartered Market Technician.\n\n\nClose \n\nMelissa Knox\nMorgan Stanley\n\nView Bio\n\nMelissa Knox\n×\nManaging Director\, Head of Global Software Investment Banking\nMorgan Stanley\nMelissa brings over 18 years of investment banking experience and has advised on some of the largest and most transformative transactions in Technology.\n\nRepresentative M&A transactions include:\n\n\n\nQualtrics sale to Silver Lake\nBlue Coat sale to Symantec\n\n\nSumo Logic sale to Francisco Partners\nEDS sale to HP\n\n\nCDK Software sale to Brookfield\nTwilio’s acquisition of Segment\n\n\nZipwhip sale to Twilio\nQualtrics’ acquisition of Clarabridge\n\n\nSendgrid sale to Twilio\nOkta’s acquisition of Auth0\n\n\nPathwire (Mailgun/Mailjet) sale to Sinch\nSplunk’s acquisitions of Phantom and Caspida\n\n\nVertafore sale to Roper\nVista’s acquisition of Pluralsight\n\n\nForescout sale to Advent and Crosspoint\nTextura sale to Oracle\n\n\nNavex sale to BC Partners\nMitchell sale to Stone Point\n\n\n\nIn addition\, Melissa has led prominent IPOs for Software industry leaders\, including Samsara\, Smartsheet\, Qualtrics\, Instructure\, Zscaler\, PagerDuty\, ServiceNow\, Palo Alto Networks\, SumoLogic\, Domo\, Cloudflare\, Guidewire\, Forescout; and led debt and equity offerings for Workday\, ServiceNow\, Okta\, Splunk\, Twilio\, Palo Alto Networks\, Atlassian\, among other Tech leaders.\nPrior to her career in banking\, Melissa worked in Corporate Finance at HP. Melissa holds a BA degree in business economics from the University of California at Santa Barbara and an MBA from the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business. Melissa is on the Board of the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital.\n\nClose \nPanel Discussion\nModerator\n\nGlenda Dorchak\nBoard Member\nAnsys\, GlobalFoundries\, Wolfspeed \nCEO\nGMD Enterprises \n\nView Bio\n\nGlenda Dorchak\n×\n\nBoard Member of Ansys\, GF\, Wolfspeed\nCEO of GMD Enterprises\n\nGlenda currently serves as an independent Director on the boards of Ansys\, Global Foundries and Wolfspeed. Her board practice is focused on software and semiconductor companies that navigate complex global ecosystems\, fierce competition and increasingly complex customer requirements through innovation\, technological leadership\, exceptional talent and outstanding execution. Glenda serves on committees for strategy\, audit\, nom-gov and people/compensation in member and chair roles. Prior boards included Mellanox (acquired by nVidia)\, Quantenna (acquired by On Semi)\, and Mirametrix (acquired by Lattice Semi). She has served on the industry boards of the Computing Technology Industry Association\, Academy of Technology CEOs\, Silicon Valley Leadership Group and been an advisor to OMERS private equity and BDC.\n\nStarting at IBM Glenda gained a broad operating background that led to executive roles in global business and product functions and launched her general management career path. After IBM she become President of e-retailer Value America and after it’s IPO became Chairman and CEO launching a partnership with Intel which\, after VA’s acquisition by Merisel\, launched her semiconductor career. Glenda joined Intel as Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the Intel Communications Group which shepherded the launch of global Wifi and the communications fabric that powers today’s connected world. She became the first woman appointed Group General Manager at Intel and the first to helm an IDF keynote\, leading business groups that produced ground-breaking products\, central to the IOT and digital world ramp. Other operating roles included CEO of VirtualLogix Software (acquired by Red Bend Software) and EVP and Global GM of Spansion (acquired by Cypress Semiconductor)..\n\nGlenda is an active member of the National Association of Corporate Directors\, Silicon Valley Directors Xchange\, and World 50 and regularly mentors new and aspiring directors. She also serves on the board of the San Jose Museum of Art\, where she was board chair from 2020 to 2023.\n\n\nClose \nPanelists\n\nMaggie\nWilderotter\nBoard Chair\nDocuSign \nBoard Member\nCostco Wholesale Corporation\,\nSana Biotechnology\,\nTanium\,\nSonoma Biotherapeutics \n\nView Bio\n\nMaggie Wilderotter\n×\nBoard Chair\nDocuSign \nBoard Member\nCostco Wholesale Corporation\,\nSana Biotechnology\,\nTanium\,\nSonoma Biotherapeutics \nMaggie Wilderotter is a seasoned executive who\, as CEO\, has led both Fortune 500 companies and start-ups in her career. In addition\, she has extensive Board leadership serving on over 35 public company and 14 private company Boards of Directors.\n\nToday\, Maggie serves on the public boards of Costco Wholesale Corporation\, Sana Biotechnology\, and is Board Chair at DocuSign. She serves on the private boards of Tanium\, and Sonoma Biotherapeutics. In addition\, Maggie is also a Senior Advisor to a number of companies including Accenture\, Okta\, the Blackstone Group\, Atairos Private Equity\, Sixth Street Partners\, American Century Investments\, Celonis\, Garden City\, GEP\, SHRM and she Co-Chairs the Bank of America Executive Mentor Program with CEO Brian Moynahan.\nMaggie was Chief Executive Officer of Frontier Communications from November\, 2004 to April\, 2015\, and then Executive Chairman of the company until April\, 2016. During her tenure with Frontier\, the company grew from a regional telephone company with customer revenues of less than $1 billion to a national broadband\, voice and video provider with operations in 29 states and annualized revenues in excess of $10 billion.\n\nPreviously\, her career included being the Senior Vice President of Global Business Strategy and ran the Worldwide Public Sector at Microsoft. Before this\, she was President and CEO of Wink Communications Inc.\, Executive Vice President of National Operations for AT&T Wireless Services Inc.\, Chief Executive Officer of AT&T’s Aviation Communications Division\, and a Senior Vice President of McCaw Cellular Communications Inc.\n\nMaggie previously served on the President’s National Security Telecommunications Advisory Committee (NSTAC) as both Vice Chairman and Chairman during her 4-year tenure ending in 2014. Mrs. Wilderotter also served until January\, 2017 on the President’s special Commission responsible for a recommendation report to the new President of the United States on Enhancing National Cybersecurity.\nHer educational credentials include a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the College of the Holy Cross. She has been awarded an Honorary Doctor of Engineering degree from the Stevens Institute of Technology and an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Rochester.\n\n\nClose \n\nPenny\nHerscher\nBoard Chair\nLumentum \n Board Chair \nSGH – Smart Global Holdings \nBoard Member \nFORVIA\, Modern Health \n\nView Bio\n\nPenny Hirscher\n×\nBoard Chair\nLumentum \nBoard Chair \nSGH – Smart Global Holdings \nBoard Member \nFORVIA\, Modern Health \nPenny is an experienced Silicon Valley technology executive\, entrepreneur and public company board director. She chairs two public company boards here in Silcon Valley and serves on the board of a tier one French automotive company in Paris. With over 15 years as a high-tech CEO and over 18 years serving on public company boards\, Penny’s experience includes building global advanced technology products\, go-to-market teams and revenue. She took her first company\, Simplex\, public in 2001\, sold it in 2002 and then led her second company\, FirstRain\, until 2015 when she stepped back from being a CEO. In addition to her board work she also volunteers as a coach to CEOs\, executives\, new board directors and entrepreneurs to help them achieve business and career growth. She has a BA Hons\, MA in Mathematics from Cambridge University.\n\n\nClose \n\nAlyssa\nHenry\nBoard Member\nIntel\, Confluent.io \n\nView Bio\n\nAlyssa Henry\n×\nBoard Member\nIntel corporation \nBoard Member\nConfluent.io \nFormer CEO\nSquare \nFormer VP\nAmazon Web Services Storage Services \nAlyssa Henry serves on the board of directors of Intel corporation and Confluent.io. She is the former CEO of Square\, a technology company that helps sellers more easily run and grow their businesses with its integrated ecosystem of commerce\, staff\, customer\, and banking solutions. Prior to Square\, she served in various leadership positions with Amazon.com\, Inc. from 2006 to 2014\, including as Vice President of Amazon Web Services Storage Services\, where she led services including Amazon S3\, Amazon EBS\, and Amazon Lambda. Before Amazon\, she spent 12 years at Microsoft Corporation working on databases and data access technologies in a variety of engineering\, program management\, and product unit management roles. She also served as a member of the board of directors of Unity Technologies from November 2018 to November 2022.\n\n\nClose \n\nSylvia\nAcevedo\nBoard Member\nQualcomm\, Credo Technologies\, Ambri Battery Inc \n\nView Bio\n\nSylvia Acevedo\n×\n\nBoard Member\nQualcomm Inc\, Credo Technologies\, Ambri Battery Inc\n\nSylvia Acevedo is an experienced independent board member\, currently serving on two public boards\, Qualcomm Inc\, and Credo Technologies and a privately held company\, Ambri Battery Inc. Previously she served on two private company boards\, Dynamic Signal\, a SaaS employee communications company and Synergis Education\, a higher ed services company. Sylvia has a proven track record as a CEO and has been highly awarded for her success in a variety of industries\, technology\, education\, federal government and national non-profits.\n\nIn 2020\, Sylvia joined the Board of Directors of Qualcomm Inc\, a leading Fortune 150 company\, where she is a member of the governance committee. During this time\, the board has overseen a CEO selection and transition\, two major strategic acquisitions\, critical global supply chain strategies and record levels of profitability.\n\nIn December 2021\, Sylvia joined the board of Credo Technologies and serves as the Chair of the Governance Committee. In January 2022\, Credo was the only tech company to successfully go public. In September 2022\, Sylvia joined the board of Ambri Battery Inc\, a non-Lithium liquid battery company for solar and wind energy storage.\n\nSylvia served on the board of Dynamic Signal\, Inc.\, a privately held SaaS platform company that merged with Social Chorus through a private equity deal funded by Sumeru Equity in 2021. Sylvia played a key role in working with the lead VC and CEO on a negotiation strategy that increased the final acquisition price.\n\nFrom 2014-17\, Sylvia served on the board of Synergis Education\, Inc.\, a higher education services company. During this time\, the company successfully repositioned its services for the healthcare education licensure market. Sylvia has served on multiple nonprofit boards\, including 8 years on the national board of the Girl Scouts of the USA where she served on the executive committee before becoming CEO. Sylvia was the Chair of the Austin Community Foundation\, where she served on the board for 8 years.\n\nPrior to becoming CEO of Girl Scouts of the USA\, Sylvia held executive roles at Apple\, Dell\, IBM and Autodesk and was a White House Commissioner in the Obama administration. Sylvia started her career as a rocket scientist at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Labs where she worked on the Voyager 2 mission. A trailblazer in the tech industry\, Sylvia was known to lead organizations to higher levels of performance through strategic planning\, ability to break into new markets and profitable growth. An entrepreneur\, she was a co-founder of REBA Technologies\, a software company that was acquired.\n\nSylvia will earn her ESG certification in April 2023 through Competent Boards. Sylvia earned a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering with Honors from New Mexico State University and a Master’s in Industrial Engineering degree from Stanford University. Sylvia was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Science from Duke University (2022) and an Honorary Doctorate from Washington College. (2020)\n\n\nClose \n\nRobin\nAbrams\nBoard Chair\nFactSet \nBoard Member\nLattice Semiconductor\, HCL Technologies\, Ltd.\n\nInterim Board Trustees Chair\nNatcast\n\n\nView Bio\n\nRobin Abrams\n×\n\nBoard Chair\nFactSet\n\nBoard Member\nLattice Semiconductor\, HCL Technologies\, Ltd.\n\nInterim Board Trustees Chair\nNatcast\n\nRobin Abrams brings more than 30 years of experience in building and developing high tech companies to her work as a board member. Her experience includes executive positions at Norwest Banks (now Wells Fargo)\, Unisys\, and Managing Director Apple Asia where she led teams to open the China and India Markets for Apple Computer. Robin has served as CEO of several companies including VeriFone\, Palm Computing and Zilog. She has been a “hired gun” for investors and completing temporary executive assignments for to Chemdex (Kleiner Perkins)\, BlueKite (TPG) and Connection to eBay (Accenture). Robin currently serves on several public company boards: HCL Technologies\, FactSet Research and Lattice Semiconductor. Robin was recently named to the Natcast\, Inc. board one of the CHIPS Act companies. In addition to her public company board work\, Robin focuses on two primary non-profit activities affordable housing and public school financing.\n\n\nClose URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/2024-board-ready-womens-event/ LOCATION:Tetra Hotel\, 400 W Java Dr.\, Sunnyvale\, CA\, 94089\, United States CATEGORIES:Board Ready Women,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Board-Ready-Web-Thumbnail-2024-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240508T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240508T143000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20240401T184720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145550Z UID:10000057-1715160600-1715178600@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:2024 Lunch & Learn - Santa Clara DESCRIPTION:2024 WLI California Lunch and Learn Event\nHosted by MARVELL\n\nView Event Recap Document\n\n\nPathway to Success\nThe WLI Lunch and Learn series offers a blend of executive and technical topics\, featuring women who are leaders in their respective fields. Additionally\, the event will provide an excellent opportunity for professionals from different companies to connect and network\, which we believe is essential for visibility and professional growth.\nKeynote Presenter\n\nZhan\nYu\nAssociate VP of Engineering\nMarvell\n\nView Bio\n\n\nZhan Yu is the Associate Vice President at Marvell Semiconductor’s Central Engineering Group. At Marvell\, she built and led cross-functional cross-geographic R&D organizations to design\, and develop high-performance\, mixed-signal IPs. Zhan holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering\, from UCLA\, and an MBA degree from INSEAD and Tsinghua University in Tsinghua-INSEAD EMBA program. She founded the Coaching Center at Tsinghua x-lab and has been an avid mentor for women’s leadership development and coaching young entrepreneurs.\n\n\nClose \nPanel Discussion\nModerator\n\nSarah\nMcGowan\nSr Director\nDesign Technology Enablement\nGlobalFoundries\n\nView Bio\n\n\nSarah is a Sr Director for Design Technology Enablement at GlobalFoundries where she leads a global engineering team developing Testsites and Optical Proximity Correction solutions. She enjoys working at the intersection between semiconductor manufacturing and design leveraging expertise in patterning processes and layout optimization techniques. Sarah received her master’s in Materials Science & Engineering from Stanford University and her bachelor’s from Brown University.\n\nSarah is a Sr Director for Design Technology Enablement at GlobalFoundries where she leads a global engineering team developing Testsites and Optical Proximity Correction solutions. She enjoys sharing her excitement for semiconductor manufacturing and design with all levels of engineers and is inspired by their creative problem solving and innovations in automation that improve efficiency and quality. Sarah received her M.S in Materials Science & Engineering from Stanford University and her Sc.B. in Materials Engineering from Brown University.\n\n\nClose \nPanelists\n\nQinfang\nSun\nVP of Technology\nQualcomm\n\nView Bio\n\n\nQinfang Sun is a VP of Technology in the Wi-Fi Systems team at Qualcomm. She joined Qualcomm in 2011. She is a key technology and engineering lead in designing and launching Qualcomm’s Wi-Fi 5/6/7 solutions for mobile and access point products. Before joining Qualcomm\, she worked at Atheros for 10 years on Wi-Fi/Bluetooth/GNSS algorithms and architectures. She received a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University.\n\n\nClose \n\nChandana\nPairla\nVP Connectivity Solutions Division\nRenesas\n\nView Bio\n\n\nChandana Pairla is the Corporate Vice President of the Connectivity Division at Renesas\, overseeing a comprehensive portfolio that includes LPC\, WiFi\, NFC\, UWB\, Radar\, and SubGHz product lines addressing a variety of market segments including Consumer\, Smart home\, IOT\, Industrial and Automotive. With over two decades of experience in engineering\, product management\, and strategy within the semiconductor industry\, Chandana is responsible for driving Renesas towards excellence in connectivity solutions and shaping the future of the semiconductor industry.\n\nBefore joining Renesas\, Chandana served as the VP of Product Management at Charter Communications\, where she played a pivotal role in shaping WiFi and IoT product roadmaps\, delivering enhanced services to a vast customer base of over 20 million subscribers.\n\nPrior to her tenure at Charter\, Chandana held key leadership positions\, including leading Corporate Strategy at Intel\, where she spearheaded initiatives aimed at enhancing execution excellence and ensuring a consistent flow of innovative products across the company’s Consumer and IoT segments.\n\nChandana’s career journey also includes significant contributions at Qualcomm and Flarion Technologies\, where she held influential roles in product and engineering leadership. Notably\, at Qualcomm\, Chandana led the Product Management organization for WiFi infrastructure\, orchestrating strategies such as WiFi Mesh that revolutionized the router market and propelled Qualcomm to significant market share gains.\n\nChandana is a graduate of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign\, holding a Master of Science degree in Computer Science. She also earned a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Computer Science and Engineering from Osmania University.\n\n\nClose \n\nSanchali\nBhattacharjee\nStrategy and Program Office Manager\nGoogle\n\nView Bio\n\n\nSanchali manages Strategy team in the Custom Silicon Organization in Google devices overseeing upstream Silicon technology in the ecosystem and industry initiatives like NetZero\, risk management etc for Silicon. She was at Meta as a Silicon Strategy and Product Manager in Reality Labs working on smart glasses and AR/VR.  Prior to that\, at Intel she worked on Fab Process\, Advanced Packaging and Chiplets Strategy. She holds a Ph.D in Chemistry from the University of Washington\, Seattle and MBA from Thunderbird School of Global Management. She was the recipient of VLSI Research All Star of Semiconductor Hall of Fame Recognition (2019).\n\n\nClose \n\nPatricia\nFong\nCustom Compute & Storage Senior Staff Manager\nMarvell\n\nView Bio\n\n\nPatricia Fong is a Senior Staff Manager with Marvell in Santa Clara Custom Compute & Storage and has been focused on Back-End Design for the past 16 years. Over this time\, Patricia has helped taped out over 25 designs from 90nm to 5nm process nodes. Patricia holds a Master of Engineering in Engineering Management from Duke University and a Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from University of California\, Berkeley.\n\n\nClose URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/2024-lunch-learn-santa-clara/ CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn Program,Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/24-Lunch-and-Learn-Web-Graphic-Square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240411T161500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Rome:20240411T173000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20240213T172553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145550Z UID:10000052-1712852100-1712856600@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Design the Solution Conference Unlocking the Future: Exploring Career Opportunities in Semiconductors @ University of Pavia DESCRIPTION:Design the Solution Conference\nUnlocking the Future:\nExploring Career Opportunities in Semiconductors\n@ University of Pavia\n\n\n\nAre you a student eager to explore diverse career paths and cutting-edge technologies? Join us for an enlightening event focused on the dynamic world of semiconductors!\n\nThis event offers a unique opportunity for students to delve into the fascinating world of semiconductors\, welcoming all levels of interest\, knowledge\, and expertise. Discover how this industry intersects with various fields of study\, explore potential career pathways\, and network with industry professionals. Don’t miss out on this chance to unlock your potential and shape the future of technology!\nKeynote Speaker Introduction\n& Keynote Speech\nCollaborative Keynote – Speakers’ Journey\n\nKatie Eckermann\nDirector of Business Development\nAMD\n\nView Bio\n\nKatie Eckermann\n×\n\nKatie Eckermann is a Director of Business Development in AMD’s Strategic Silicon Solutions group\, driving customized solutions for innovative customers.  Katie has almost 20 years of experience in the semiconductor industry across product marketing\, product management\, Chief of Staff and business development roles with a focus on Datacenter\, Embedded and Automotive markets. Prior to joining AMD in 2013\, Katie worked at Freescale Semiconductors focused on Networking & Consumer product solutions.  Katie holds a Bachelors (’03) and Masters of Engineering (’04) from MIT.\n\n\nClose \n\nJohn Wuu\nSenior Fellow Design Engineer\nAMD\n\nView Bio\n\nJohn Wuu\n×\n\nJohn Wuu is a Senior Fellow Design Engineer at AMD in Fort Collins\, Colorado\, specializing in memory technology and design\, high performance cache design\, and chiplet DTCO.  In addition to working across the company to define and deliver SRAM solutions\, his recent contributions included the physical definition and technology co-development for AMD’s 3D V-Cache™.  Prior to joining AMD in 2006\, he had been with Hewlett-Packard and then Intel\, working on large L3 caches for Itanium processors.  He received his Bachelors and Masters degrees from MIT in 1997\, and has served as a Technical Program Committee member for the VLSI Symposium since 2016\, and for ISSCC since 2023.\n\n\nClose \nAgenda\n\n 4:15 PM – 4:30 PM\n\n \n \nWelcome and Keynote Speaker \n\n\n 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM\n\n \n \nPanel Discussion \nWhy picking up semiconductor and EDA? \n\n\n 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM\n\n \n \nNetworking with Company Participants \nConnect with leading semiconductor companies\, explore career opportunities\, and forge valuable connections that could shape your future. \n\n\n\n\nWelcome and Keynote Speaker \n\n\nPanel Discussion \nWhy picking up semiconductor and EDA? \n\n\nNetworking with Company Participants \nConnect with leading semiconductor companies\, explore career opportunities\, and forge valuable connections that could shape your future. \n\n\nRegister\n\n*The presentation and the panel will be held in Italian\n \n\nWelcome & Keynote Speaker\nHow chips are changing the world\n\nCristina Borelli\nAdvisor\nSilicon Catalyst\n\nView Bio\n\nMaria Cristina\n×\n\nCristina Borelli\, Electronic Engineer from Politecnico of Milan\, has 30 years of experience in Electronic Design Automation/ Semiconductor and 10 years of experience in Software/Information Technology\, with a good understanding of the European Electronic market and ecosystem. She is committed to help new generations of innovators in the development of their ambitions in STEM. In this context\, she is currently advisor for Silicon Catalyst and Berkeley Skydeck Europe\, supporting the review process and mentoring of startups.\n\n\nClose \nPanel Discussion\nWhy picking up semiconductor and EDA?\n\nAnna\nFontanelli\nSenior Staff Engineer Manager\nMarvell Compute and Custom Solutions\nFounder\n& CEO\nMonozukuri\n\nView Bio\n\nAnna Fontanelli\n×\n\nAnna has more than 25 years of expertise in managing complex R&D organizations and programs\, giving birth to a number of innovative Electronic Design Automation (EDA) technologies. She has pioneered the study and development of several generations of IC and package co-design environments and has held senior positions at leading semiconductor and EDA company including STMicroelectronics and Mentor Graphics.\n\n\nClose \n\nLaura\nAschei\nSenior Staff Engineer Manager\nMarvell Compute and Custom Solutions\nSr. Design\nEngineer\nSynopsis\n\nView Bio\n\nLaura Aschei\n×\n\nLaura Aschei\, born in Pavia in 1994 and graduated in 2018 in electronic engineering with specialization in Microelectronics at the University of Pavia. Laura obtained a doctorate in Microelectronics at the Microlab laboratory of professors Rinaldo Castello and Danilo Manstretta. The doctoral degree was obtained in 2021 and a year of postdoc was also completed at the same laboratory. In the year 2023\, Laura was hired at Synopsys Italia and currently covers the position of Sr. Design Engineer for A&MS Circuits.\n\n\nClose \n\nSimona\n\nCometti\nLead\nApplication Engineer\nCadence\n\nView Bio\n\nSimona Cometti\n×\n\nSimona Cometti is a Lead Application Engineer at Cadence Design System\, a primary Electronic Design Automation provider for electronic design. Previously\, Simona was a postdoctoral researcher in an EU-funded project on applied and medical physics. She graduated in physics in Torino and then got her Ph.D. in “Electrical\, Electronics\, and Communications Engineering”.\n\n\nClose \n\nValentina Marazzi\nPhd\nStudent\nUniversità di Pavia\n\nView Bio\n\nValentina Marazzi\n×\n\nValentina Marazzi was born in Voghera\, Italy\, in 1999. She received the B.S. and M.S. degrees in electronics engineering from University of Pavia\, Italy\, in 2020 and 2022\, respectively. She is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in microelectronics from University of Pavia in collaboration with Marvell. Her current research interests include design and modeling techniques of analog components for millimeter-wave and RF applications on CMOS micro and nanotechnologies.\n\n\nClose \nParticipating Companies\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/dts-conference-university-of-pavia-2024/ CATEGORIES:Conferences,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/University-Programming-Web-Graphic-Square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240326T190000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20240213T035215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145551Z UID:10000051-1711468800-1711479600@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Design the Solution Conference Unlocking the Future: Exploring Career Opportunities in Semiconductors @ Notre Dame DESCRIPTION:Design the Solution Conference\nUnlocking the Future:\nExploring Career Opportunities in Semiconductors\n@ Notre Dame\n\n\nAre you a student eager to explore diverse career paths and cutting-edge technologies? Join us for an enlightening event focused on the dynamic world of semiconductors!\n\nThis event offers a unique opportunity for students to delve into the fascinating world of semiconductors\, welcoming all levels of interest\, knowledge\, and expertise. Discover how this industry intersects with various fields of study\, explore potential career pathways\, and network with industry professionals. Don’t miss out on this chance to unlock your potential and shape the future of technology!\n\nArrive in the first hour and be entered to win one of three $100 gift cards.\nAgenda\n\n 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM\n\n \n \nWelcome & Moderated Panel Discussion \nDiscover guidance and career pathways into the semiconductor industry and learn how your skills can contribute to groundbreaking innovations. \n\n\n 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM\n\n \n \nKeynote Speaker \nGain valuable insights from industry leaders on the pivotal role of semiconductors in shaping the future of technology. \n\n\n 5:45 PM – 7:00 PM\n\n \n \nNetworking with Company Participants and Refreshments \nConnect with leading semiconductor companies\, explore career opportunities\, and forge valuable connections that could shape your future. \n\n\n\n\nWelcome & Moderated Panel Discussion \nDiscover guidance and career pathways into the semiconductor industry and learn how your skills can contribute to groundbreaking innovations. \n\n\nKeynote Speaker \nGain valuable insights from industry leaders on the pivotal role of semiconductors in shaping the future of technology. \n\n\nNetworking with Company Participants and Refreshments \nConnect with leading semiconductor companies\, explore career opportunities\, and forge valuable connections that could shape your future. \n\n\nRegister\n\nKeynote Speaker\n\nYan Li\nVice President\, Engineering\, Memory Technology\nWestern Digital\n\nView Bio\n\nDr. Yan Li\n×\n\nDr. Yan Li\nVice President\, Engineering\, Memory Technology\nWestern Digital\n\nDr. Yan Li has more than 200 patents and is renowned for her work in NAND\, including helping develop the first triple-layer cell (TLC) in 2008. She began working at Western Digital (SanDisk) in 1998 and was promoted to vice president in 2018. Dr. Li earned a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering and a master’s degree in Physics from Lehigh University. She has a bachelor’s degree in Modern Physics from the University of Science and Technology of China. She is a graduate of the UC Berkley Engineering Leadership Professional Program.\n\n\nClose \nPanel Discussion\nModerator\n\nRozi Roufoogaran\nWomen of Influence Award Nominee\nSenior Director of RFIC Engineering\nNXP\n\nView Bio\n\nRozi Roufoogaran\n×\n\nSenior Director of RFIC Engineering\nNXP\n\nRozi Roufoogaran is the Senior Director of RFIC Engineering at NXP\, leading the Ultra-Wideband technology radio development. The products she has lead are shipping today in many of the tier 1 mobile handset companies and numerous IOT devices. Prior to NXP\, she was the VP of Semiconductor Engineering at Ethertronics Inc\, a startup acquired by AVX corporation in Jan 2018\, where she lead the team responsible for their innovative line of active antenna products. Before Ethertronics\, she held a number of senior management positions during her 17 years at Broadcom Ltd\, responsible for the design and development of CMOS RF and analog circuits for varieties of wireless communication standards\, including Bluetooth\, Zigbee\, WLAN\, FM radio\, and GPS. Rozi joined Broadcom in 2000 after Innovent Systems\, the first company to develop single chip CMOS RF devices\, was acquired by Broadcom.  The innovations she has pioneered are still part of numerous chips shipping in the billions of units at Broadcom. Rozi received her M.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from UCLA. She is the co-author of 15 journal and conference papers and is an inventor or co-inventor of over 22 patents. Rozi volunteers as a leader of the programs and projects committee at GSA’s women’s initiatives. She is also involved with ECE alumnae advisory committee at UCLA.\n\n\nClose \nPanelists\n\nRon Duncan\nSenior Staff\, Chief Innovation Office\nSynopsys\n\nView Bio\n\nRon Duncan\n×\n\nSenior Staff\, Chief Innovation Office\nSynopsys\n\nRon Duncan\, a 20+ year veteran of Synopsys is a Principle Program Manager in the Chief Innovation Office. He has technical and leadership experience in various semiconductor-related areas including physical design and verification\, TCAD\, and superconducting & quantum electronics.  He focuses on emerging technology applications such as AI\, quantum/superconducting computing\, automotive electronics\, neuromorphic computing\, and silicon photonics.   He has represented Synopsys at a variety of international conferences and government research symposiums.    Ron received his Electrical Engineering degrees from MIT and Cornell University. Prior to Synopsys\, Ron held management and technical positions at Avant!\, ISS and Hewlett Packard. He is active in Synopsys DEI initiatives\, leads the Synopsys black ERG “VIBE”\,  and is a member of the GEM Fellowship selection committee\, the National Society of Black Engineers\, the Society of Women Engineers\, and the African Scientific Institute.\n\nRon is passionate about supporting the next generation of STEM talent\, often gives tech talks to university/student organizations\, and was one of the technologists featured in the “Chip In” episodes of the Roadtrip Nation documentary series.\n\nIn his spare time Ron is an MIT Educational Counselor\, a board member for a non-profit organization\,  and an avid marathon runner.\n\n\nClose \n\nJagjot Kaur\nDFT Product\nEngineering Architect\nSiemens\n\nView Bio\n\nJagjot Kaur\n×\n\nDFT Product Engineering Architect\nSiemens\n\nJagjot is a DFT Product Engineering Architect for the Tessent product line at Siemens EDA.  She has 18 years of industry experience with a blend of semiconductor design and EDA. She specializes in Design for Test and has worked on a wide variety of test challenges and semiconductor designs that span from Cellular and Graphics designs to Server and Aerospace chips\n\nShe started her career in 2006 at Freescale Semiconductors in India. Shortly after she moved to Texas Instruments followed by Qualcomm and Cadence Design Systems.\n\nIt was her job at Cadence that brought her to its headquarters in the Silicon Valley. In the last 8 years of moving to US\, Jagjot has also worked at Intel and now works at Siemens EDA. Having worked at 6 different semiconductor companies in a wide variety of engineering roles\, Jagjot has developed an eye for company cultures.  She holds several patents and actively contributes towards reviews of IEEE papers.\n\nOutside of work\, she is passionate about writing\, reading and fitness routine. Jagjot is driven by learning and likes to keep her mind challenged and stimulated. So\, she took up flying as a hobby.\n\n\nClose \n\nKevin Beauford\nSenior Principal Product Validation Engineer\nCadence\n\nView Bio\n\nKevin Beauford\n×\n\nSenior Principal Product Validation Engineer\nCadence\n\nKevin Beauford\, MBA\, is a Senior Principal Product Validation Engineer at Cadence\, specializing in product management and validation within the EDA industry. He serves as a team lead with expertise in systems engineering\, software development\, automation\, project management\, and QA. Kevin is an innovative engineer with three patents granted to date. He is a graduate of Hampton University (BSCS)\, DePaul University (MSCS)\, and DePaul Driehaus College of Business (MBA).\n\n\nClose \n\nKrysten Stevens\nProduct Security\nEngineer\nAnalog Devices\n\nView Bio\n\nKrysten Stevens\n×\n\nProduct Security Engineer\nAnalog Devices\n\nKrysten Stevens is a product security engineer with Analog Devices\, Inc. She has over 20 years of information technology experience in non-profit\, higher education\, and industry.  Prior to joining Analog Devices\, Krysten spent time as a database administrator\, applications administrator\, IT security analyst\, cybersecurity threat intelligence analyst\, and Director of Technical Operations.  She has her MS in Cybersecurity Management as well as the CISSP\, GCTI\, GCIH\, and GPEN certifications.  Her daily focus is ensuring that security is a priority during the development of ADI products.\n\n\nClose \nParticipating Companies\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/dts-conference-notre-dame-2024/ CATEGORIES:Conferences,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/University-Programming-Web-Graphic-Square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240320T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240320T120000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20240315T020250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145551Z UID:10000054-1710932400-1710936000@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Rising Together: Exploring the Women in the Semiconductor Industry Survey Findings DESCRIPTION:View the GSA WLI webinar as Accenture delves into the Women in the Semiconductor Industry Survey results and themes\, providing an overview of the research approach\, presenting key findings\, and summarizing emerging industry themes. Additionally\, the GSA WLI team highlights existing WLI programs aligned with survey trends and offers a glimpse into upcoming events and programs before engaging in an interactive Q&A session with attendees. \n Speakers: \n \n \n Cathy ChenAccenture\n Strategy Manager\n \n \n \n Traci BrandonGSA\n VP of WLI \n \n \n Ahlam SamadGSA\n WLI Manager\n \n \n \n Jessica MuellerGSA\n VP of Research \n \n Register Now URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/rising-together-exploring-the-women-in-the-semiconductor-industry-survey-findings/ CATEGORIES:Webinars,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/rising-together-wli-webinar.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240313 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240315 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20240103T232755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145551Z UID:10000049-1710288000-1710460799@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:GSA International Semiconductor Conference: WLI Women in Semiconductors DESCRIPTION: URL:https://community.gsaglobal.org/s/lt-event?id=a1U1K000007SbFWUA0#new_tab CATEGORIES:Conferences,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/calendar-tile_london-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T170000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20231214T175626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145551Z UID:10000048-1707228000-1707238800@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors @ MIT DESCRIPTION:Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors @ MIT\nFebruary 6\, 2024\n2:00 PM\n–\n5:00 PM\nEST\n\n\nDesign the Solution is a dynamic half day conference specifically curated to provide attendees with a comprehensive introduction to the pivotal role of the semiconductor industry within the technology sector. The event serves as an unparalleled opportunity to gain invaluable insight into the full spectrum of diverse career paths available at cutting edge companies\, illuminating the limitless potential for professional growth and development in this exciting field.\nKeynote Speaker Introduction\n& Keynote Speech\nCollaborative Keynote – Speakers’ Journey\n\nKatie Eckermann\nDirector of Business Development\nAMD\n\nView Bio\n\nKatie Eckermann\n×\n\nKatie Eckermann is a Director of Business Development in AMD’s Strategic Silicon Solutions group\, driving customized solutions for innovative customers.  Katie has almost 20 years of experience in the semiconductor industry across product marketing\, product management\, Chief of Staff and business development roles with a focus on Datacenter\, Embedded and Automotive markets. Prior to joining AMD in 2013\, Katie worked at Freescale Semiconductors focused on Networking & Consumer product solutions.  Katie holds a Bachelors (’03) and Masters of Engineering (’04) from MIT.\n\n\nClose \n\nJohn Wuu\nSenior Fellow Design Engineer\nAMD\n\nView Bio\n\nJohn Wuu\n×\n\nJohn Wuu is a Senior Fellow Design Engineer at AMD in Fort Collins\, Colorado\, specializing in memory technology and design\, high performance cache design\, and chiplet DTCO.  In addition to working across the company to define and deliver SRAM solutions\, his recent contributions included the physical definition and technology co-development for AMD’s 3D V-Cache™.  Prior to joining AMD in 2006\, he had been with Hewlett-Packard and then Intel\, working on large L3 caches for Itanium processors.  He received his Bachelors and Masters degrees from MIT in 1997\, and has served as a Technical Program Committee member for the VLSI Symposium since 2016\, and for ISSCC since 2023.\n\n\nClose \nPanel Introduction & Panel Discussion\nPanelist Moderator\n\nTBD\n\nView Bio\n\nDeb Dyson\n×\n\nClose \nModerator\n\nDeb Dyson\nSenior Staff Engineer Manager\nMarvell Compute and Custom Solutions\n\nView Bio\n\nDeb Dyson\n×\n\nDeb Dyson has spent over 25 years in the semiconductor industry working for IBM\, Cavium\, and currently Marvell Technology.  She has worked on a variety of products including ASICs\, gaming console processors\, and security processors.   For a large percentage of her career\, she specialized in chip-level timing closure for SoC designs.   Currently\, Deb holds the position of Senior Staff Manager for a physical design team in Marvell’s Compute and Custom Solutions group.   The team designs ARM-based multi-core processors which target three primary end markets:  carrier (with specific focus on 5G base stations)\, enterprise networks\, and data centers.\n\nDeb is passionate about recruiting\, mentoring\, and supporting women in engineering roles.  Over the years\, she has mentored numerous college and professional women and men. She is also a co-founder of her site’s women’s inclusion network where she actively plans and facilitates career-building activities\, as well as creates networking opportunities for her group.\n\nDeb is a graduate of the University of Vermont (BSEE)\, Cornell University (MSEE)\, and is currently pursuing a certificate in Diversity and Inclusion Leadership from Tufts University.\n\nOutside of work\, Deb enjoys downhill skiing\, hiking\, and spending time with her two sons.  She is a proud native New Englander and has lived here most of her life.\n\n\nClose \nPanelists\n\nRose Castanares\nSenior Vice President of Business Management\nTSMC North America\n\nView Bio\n\nRose Castanares\n×\n\nRose Castanares is Senior Vice President of Business Management at TSMC North America\, responsible for sales and service for major systems and fabless customers. She joined TSMC in 1998 and held various positions\, including regional director in Austin Texas\, making outstanding contribution to ensure the best customer experience in North America over the last twenty years.\n\nRose is a veteran of the semiconductor industry and has three decades of semiconductor industry experience. Prior to joining TSMC\, Rose held several positions in engineering\, quality\, and sales at National Semiconductor\, Chartered Semiconductor\, GTE\, and Siliconix.\n\nRose earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.\n\n\nClose \n\nKate Shamberger\nSenior Field Technical Director – Americas\nAnalog Devices (ADI)\n\nView Bio\n\nKatie Eckermann\n×\n\nAs Senior Field Technical Director for Americas\, Kate Shamberger leads the team that is a primary technical conduit between ADI and its customers in the Americas. In this role\, she works closely with customers to understand their unique technology and business challenges\, provide differentiated solutions\, and offer best-in-class technical support. Kate consolidates and communicates technical requirements and application needs across the Americas\, drives strong alignment between customers and ADI’s Global Business Units on product and solution roadmaps\, and helps drive ADI’s robust growth in the Americas by developing and strengthening customer relationships.\n\nKate has more than 20 years of field technical experience and joined ADI following its 2021 acquisition of Maxim Integrated. While at Maxim\, where she spent most of her career\, she worked in a number of technical\, customer-facing roles of increasing responsibility. Kate has a Bachelor of Arts in Engineering Sciences and Earth Science and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from Dartmouth College.\n\n\nClose \n\nThy Tran\nVice President of Global Frontend Procurement\nMicron Technologies\n\nView Bio\n\nThy Tran\n×\n\nThy Tran\, Vice President of Global Frontend Procurement at Micron Technology\, Inc.\, recently transitioned from her prior role as VP of DRAM Process Integration where she led a global team in the US and Asia to drive DRAM technology development and transfer into high-volume manufacturing fabs. She has nearly 30 years of semiconductor experience working in the US\, Europe\, and Asia\, including two semiconductor fab startups.\n\nMs. Tran joined Micron in 2008 and led several DRAM module development programs including Advanced Capacitor\, Metallization\, and Through-Silicon-Via (TSV) integration before taking on the DRAM Process Integration node leadership role for several generations. Her technical contribution has been integral to Micron’s DRAM Technology Development Roadmap and played a significant role in helping Micron achieve DRAM technology leadership. Prior to Micron\, Ms. Tran worked on Logic and SRAM technologies at Motorola\, Inc. and SRAM at WaferTech\, LLC. At Siemens\, AG.\, which later spun off to Infineon and Qimonda\, AG. she held several leadership roles in DRAM technology development transfer\, and manufacturing.\n\nMs. Tran graduated from the University of Washington with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. She is a recent alumnus of the Stanford Graduate School of Business’s Executive Program and the McKinsey Executive Leadership Program. She is a senior member of IEEE\, member of the Society of Women Engineers\, and serves as a Strategic Advisory board member for the University of Washington’s Electrical and Computer Engineering department\, International Semiconductor Executive Summit\, Green Grid Inc.\, and Mercado Global. She is a recipient of Global Semiconductor Alliance’s 2023 Rising Women of Influence award.\n\n\nClose \nParticipating Companies URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/dts-conference-navigate-2024-mit/ CATEGORIES:Conferences,Navigate Your Way to a Career in Semiconductors,University Programs,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/University-Programming-Web-Graphic-Square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231116T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231116T163000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20230517T175637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145551Z UID:10000041-1700148600-1700152200@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Women in Leadership Speaker Series: Micron DESCRIPTION:This webinar series is designed to empower and equip students from all walks of life with the essential skills and mindset to become outstanding leaders. This series brings together visionary thinkers\, accomplished professionals\, and renowned experts to share their invaluable insights and experiences. Students will have the opportunity to engage with some of the world’s most influential thought leaders who have successfully navigated the complexities of leadership in diverse industries. Each speaker brings their unique perspective\, drawing from their personal triumphs and challenges\, to deliver thought-provoking talks that challenge conventional thinking and ignite a passion for leadership excellence.\n\n\n\nAre you curious about the exciting world of semiconductors and want to explore the opportunities available in this field? Then Join us for an intimate conversation with one of our visionary thinkers to share their invaluable experiences and insights with you. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and network with industry leaders. Register now to kickstart your leadership journey!\nThe Future of Semiconductors: A Conversation with Women Executives Leading the Change\n\nModerator\n\nFran Dillard\nVice President and Chief Diversity Inclusion Office\nMicron Technology\nPanelists\n\nHeather Baldwin\nVice President of Indirect Procurement\nMicron Technology\n\nUtae Nakanishi\nVice President\, Global HR Business Partnering and People Services\nMicron Technology\n\nLinda Somerville\nCorporate Vice President of Technology Development\, Process R&D and Operations\nMicron Technology\n\nElizabeth Elroy\nVice President\, Global EHS & Sustainability\nMicron Technology\n\nRegister URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/wlss-micron/ CATEGORIES:Webinars,WLI,Women in Leadership Speaker Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WLI-WLSS-Thumbnail.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231012T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231012T180000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20230112T211459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145551Z UID:10000034-1697099400-1697133600@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:2023 WISH Conference DESCRIPTION:October 12 @ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM PST URL:https://www.gsaglobal.org/gsa-past-events/2023-wish/#new_tab CATEGORIES:Conferences,WISH Conference,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2023-WISH-calendar-tile.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T133000 DTSTAMP:20260613T024843 CREATED:20230808T173659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T145551Z UID:10000047-1695816000-1695821400@designthesolution.org SUMMARY:Personal Branding Webinar - Barbara Lisei DESCRIPTION:Join us for an empowering webinar on Personal Branding presented by the GSA Women’s Leadership Initiative\, featuring Barbara Lisei of STMicroelectronics – a seasoned professional from the world of communications.  In this engaging session\, Barbara will delve into the importance of building a strong personal brand and provide strategies that will empower you to take control of your professional trajectory.  Discover how to effectively communicate your unique value proposition\, enhance your professional image\, and seize opportunities for growth and development.     SpeakerBarbara Lisei A seasoned professional in the world of communications\, Barbara has extensive experience in public relations\, event management\, and corporate communications mainly for multinational technology companies. With a passion for storytelling and content management\, she supports ST technologists in delivering impactful and effective innovation stories to global audiences. Always ready to help engineers find the best way to share their latest advances\, Barbara is a key member of the Integrated Marketing & Communications team. URL:https://designthesolution.org/event/personal-branding-webinar-barbara-lisei/ CATEGORIES:Personal Branding Series,Virtual,Webinars,WLI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://designthesolution.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Personal-Branding-Webinar-600-×-600-px.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR