Distinguished Speaker Series LuncheonAugust 21, 2007

Innovation is still alive and well but achieving true innovation and profitable growth has a whole new look in today’s environment.  The August Distinguished Speaker Series will bring together an expert panel that will look at how the semiconductor landscape has changed, innovation is being funded today, what it takes to get funded, how to evaluate risks and rewards, and how companies are achieving success in today’s environment.
"Fostering, Funding and Focusing on the Future of Innovation"
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Registration opens 11:30
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Santa Clara Convention Center
Santa Clara, CA
FEATURED PANEL

Moderator: Brian Fuller, former Editor in Chief, EETimes

 

Panelists:

  • Syed Ali, President, CEO & Founder, Cavium Networks
  • Paul Franklin, Vice President of Operations, Atheros Communications, Inc.
  • Alan Gorlick, Member of Faculty, University of Phoenix
  • Jack Harding, Chairman, President & CEO, eSilicon Corporation
  • Chris Rust, General Partner, U.S. Venture Partners

Why you should attend

The panel will explore:

  • The latest look at the landscape and key industry trends and statistics
  • A look at a different risk/reward financial model for the semiconductor industry
  • The true essentials of semiconductor Value Chain production and how it enables silicon success
  • IPO’s Are Not a lost art - Companies can and do continue to IPO and succeed
  • Pre-IPO’s are still making great traction – Building a team that can compete in today’s competitive environment
Who Should Attend
  • Professionals from Fabless, IDM and OEM companies
  • Start-Up Private Fabless Companies
  • Venture Capitalist
Pricing
FSA Members: $75
Non-members: $125

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