SEMI’s first Technology Unites Global Summit last month offered a wealth of presentations celebrating the semiconductor industry. One standout panel expressly highlighted the innovations of the small but mighty electronic system design (ESD) community represented by the ESD Alliance, a SEMI Technology Community.

The panel, “Innovating for the Future! Electronic System Design –– Where Microelectronics Begins,” promoted the importance of the Electronic System Design ecosystem and its far-ranging reach throughout the global electronic products market segment. While promotion of our ecosystem was the goal, the panel offered a great opportunity to listen to six remarkable individuals, all of whom have made their mark within our community.

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The ESD Alliance and its Governing Council mourn the unexpected death of Jim Hogan, a noted industry investor, mentor, benefactor and philanthropist. His many contributions to our industry will long be remembered.

On behalf of the ESD Alliance, thank you Jim for your heartfelt, long-term commitment to the semiconductor design ecosystem and our community.

Simon Segars                                               Bob Smith                                        

CEO, Arm                                                      Executive Director, ESD Alliance

Governing Board Chair, ESD Alliance        A SEMI Technology Community

James H. Hogan

1951-2021 

If you would like to honor Jim, his family suggests making a donation to
CASA For Children of Santa Cruz County