​FAST-TRACKING AI + SEMICONDUCTOR STARTUPS

​During SEMICON WEST in Phoenix, AZ, leaders from Cadence, TSMC, Amkor, and Tesoro VC and discuss how startups at the intersection of AI and semiconductors can overcome challenges in design, manufacturing, and commercialization—and scale breakthrough technologies faster.

​- In partnership with City of Phoenix and GPEC -

​Event Agenda

​Tuesday, October 7 | 3:30–5:30 PM

​3:30 – 4:00 PM | Registration & Networking • Check-in and welcome refreshments

​4:00 – 4:05 PM | Welcome

​Thomas Maynard, Interim CEO, Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC)

​4:05 – 4:50 PM | Panel Discussion

​Panelists:

​Andy Lombard, Managing Partner, Tesoro VC

​ Lucas Tsai, Vice President, Emerging Business Management, TSMC North America

​Tom Beckley, Senior Vice President, Strategic Technology Programs, Cadence Design Systems

​Kevin Kan, Senior Vice President, Corporate Development Office, Amkor Technologies

​Discussion Themes: • Accelerating design and prototyping • From lab to fab: manufacturing access for startups • Packaging as a performance enabler • Capital, ecosystems, and commercialization • Future trends and advice for founders

​Closing Remarks | Mayor Kate Gallego, City of Phoenix

​5:00 – 5:30 PM | Networking Reception • Drinks and networking at GPEC