GSA WLI Pathways Conference – UC Davis
Design The Solution
Why Semiconductors? A conversation about career paths and companies that were shaped by the Semiconductor Industry.
Technology has the potential to solve the world’s most difficult challenges. When you design semiconductors, you become the key to making that technology work. Chips provide the foundation and computing power for a wide range of emerging technologies – artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), 5G, healthcare devices, environmental solutions, and more.
How will you help create a positive change in the world through semiconductors? Join us to learn more about the exciting opportunities that await you!
Date
Thursday, April 6, 2023
Time
12:00-3:00 PM PST
Location
UC Davis
Student Community Center Multi-Purpose Room
Opening Remarks
Dr. Gary S. May
Chancellor
UC Davis
Secondary Remarks
Dr. Renetta Garrison Tull
Vice Chancellor of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
UC Davis
Keynote
Samantha Fontaine
Director of Technology for Social Impact
Analog Devices
Moderator
Ponni Carlin
Director of Business Development & Strategy
Tessolve
Panelists
Deborah Stromberg
VP of Engineering
Intel
Nitza Basoco
VP of Business Development
proteanTecs
Neeti Bhatnagar
Senior Group Director, Software Engineering
Cadence
Leyla Hashémi
Semiconductor R&D Integrating Manager
Keysight Technologies
Closing Remarks
Dr. Andre’ Knoesen
Distinguished Professor & Chair, Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering
UC Davis