Knowledgeable in the areas of: RF semiconductors and technology, RF frontend component suppliers, RF Wireless Chipsets, technology used in 2G/3G/4G/5G/IoT/WiFi RF frontend modules, 5G impact to Cellular handset market, 5G impact to Cellular infrastructure market, 5G impact to Automotive market, and 5G impact to IoT market.

Handset OEM's: Apple, Samsung, Huawei, Oppo, Vivo

RF component suppliers: Qualcomm, Skyworks, Broadcom, Murata, Qorvo

RF chipset providers: Qualcomm, Mediatek, HiSilicon, SLSI

Experienced leader and Technical Director with 25-year history in RF wireless product development. Led multiple remote design teams totaling ~ 100 people in the design of cellular RF front-end products for Apple and Samsung flagship handsets generating >$1 billion in revenue. Proven ability to work with business unit general managers (GM’s) in the development of overall product strategy and to lead product development strategic planning and execution. Supported business unit GM in the development of overall product strategy, capacity planning, expense management, technical marketing, and manufacturing optimization to meet P&L targets. Drove the product technical definition, design approach, and technology selection.

Product portfolio included integrated 3G/4G/5G modules containing power amplifiers supporting envelope tracking, filters, MIPI RFFE controllers, switches, and low noise amplifiers

Technologies included: GaAs HBT/PHEMT, Bulk Silicon CMOS, SiGe, RF SOI, SAW filters, BAW filters, LTCC filters, and laminate substrates