Tuesday, October 22, 2024, 9:30 AM ET | Columbia Engineering's Tech CEO Lecture Series
ABOUT THE LECTURE
“Semiconductors are at the Core of the World Economy” presented by Dr. Thomas Caulfield, President and Chief Executive Officer of GlobalFoundries
In today's rapidly evolving global landscape, semiconductors have emerged as the cornerstone of technological advancement and economic growth. In this lecture, Dr. Thomas Caulfield, President & CEO of GlobalFoundries, will delve into the pivotal role that semiconductors play in driving innovation across various industries. From powering cutting-edge consumer electronics to enabling the AI revolution, semiconductors are integral to the functioning of modern society.
Dr. Caulfield will explore the intricate supply chains and advanced manufacturing processes that underpin the semiconductor industry, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. He will also discuss the strategic importance of semiconductors in national security and economic competitiveness, and geopolitics, emphasizing the need for robust investment in manufacturing capabilities globally and locally.
Attendees will gain insights into the future trends shaping the semiconductor landscape, including the rise of artificial intelligence, the datacenter boom and the move to inference at the edge. This lecture will provide a comprehensive perspective of why semiconductors are not just components, but the very foundation of the world economy.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Dr. Thomas Caulfield, President & Chief Executive Officer of GlobalFoundries
Dr. Thomas Caulfield is the President and CEO of GlobalFoundries (GF), a position he has held since March 2018. He led GF’s initial public offering in October 2021, the largest semiconductor IPO on Nasdaq that year. Dr. Caulfield joined GF in 2014 as Senior VP and General Manager of the Fab 8 facility. He previously served as President and COO at Soraa and Ausra and held senior roles at Novellus Systems and IBM. He holds a Bachelor, Master of Science and a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Columbia University's School of Engineering and currently serves on the board of Western Digital Corporation.