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Department of State and ASU host Government Leaders Forum to strengthen semiconductor supply chains

Representatives from Costa Rica, Vietnam and the Philippines part of 3-day forum in Tempe As the global demand for semiconductors accelerates — with projections reaching $1 trillion by 2030 — Arizona State University, in partnership with the U.S. Department of State, hosted the Government Leaders Forum to address challenges and opportunities in building resilient semiconductor […]

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Department of State and ASU announce new initiative to build resilient international microelectronics supply chain

University also signs new agreement with government ministries in Costa Rica ASU President Michael Crow (left) shakes hands with Ramin Toloui, assistant secretary for the Bureau of Economic and Business Affairs at the U.S. Department of State, in Washington, D.C. Photo courtesy the U.S. Department of State February 20, 2024 ShareFacebookTwitterLinkedInEmail Well known by now […]

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Gain Expertise in Semiconductor Packaging with ASU’s Fundamental Concepts and Drivers Badge

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Top State Department official visits ASU to kick off international semiconductor supply chain initiative

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John Ball

Instructional Designer Principal

Currently John is working as an Instructional Designer Principal for Global Outreach and Extended Education focusing on work with the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Program. This work involves assisting faculty from six different countries in creating semiconductor credentialing programs in their home universities.

Emilia Franco

Communications Specialist

Emilia Franco is the Communications Specialist for the ITSI Project at Arizona State University (ASU). She leads the development and implementation of communication strategies, including social media campaigns, event promotion, and content creation, to amplify the project’s impact across global regions.

Huyen Nguyen

Program Coordinator, Indo-Pacific Region

Huyen Nguyen is the Program Coordinator, Indo-Pacific Region for the Diversifying Semiconductor Supply Chain project in the Vietnam representative office for Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University. Huyen supports the coordination and implementation of ISTI activities in the Indo-Pacific region countries.

Ha Mai

Data Analyst

Ha Mai serves as Data Analyst in the Vietnam representative office for Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU) and the Diversifying Semiconductor Supply Chain project. Ha supports the collection and management of ITSI project datasets, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.

Melissa Stine

Program Manager, Americas Region

Melissa Stine is the Program Manager of Strategic Initiatives in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU) and the Program Manager, Americas Region, for the Diversifying Semiconductor Supply Chain project, overseeing the implementation of project activities within the Americas Region countries.

Dung Le

Program Manager, Indo-Pacific Region

Dung Le serves as Program Manager, Indo-Pacific Region for the Diversifying Semiconductor Supply Chain project in the Vietnam representative office for Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU), overseeing the implementation of project activities within the Indo-Pacific region countries.

Thai Tran

Sr. Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation

Thai Tran serves as Sr. Manager for Monitoring and Evaluation in the Vietnam representative office for Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU) and the Diversifying Semiconductor Supply Chain project. Thai oversees the comprehensive quality assurance of all ITSI project deliverables, ensuring activities meet project KPIs and align with the established quality criteria.

Jesús Silva

Associate Director of Program Operations

Jesús Silva Elizalde serves as the Associate Director of Operations for the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund, Diversifying Semiconductor Supply Chains Project in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU). Leveraging vast USAID, Chips Act, and semiconductor experience, Jesús oversees the implementation of all ITSI activities.

Jose Quiroga

Managing Director

Jose A. Quiroga is the Director of Global Development in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering (FSE) at Arizona State University (ASU) and the Managing Director of the Diversifying Semiconductor Supply Chains Project at ASU, funded by the US Department of State through the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund. This program aims to enhance workforce capabilities within semiconductor assembly, testing, and packaging (ATP) operations across key partner countries. By prioritizing workforce development activities, the initiative seeks to create a sustainable pipeline of skilled professionals essential for the semiconductor industry’s growth and resilience.

Jeffrey Goss

Principal Investigator

Jeffrey Goss is a prominent leader in global and professional development, holding roles as Associate Vice Provost SE Asia, Executive Director, and Assistant Dean in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU). With over 25 years of experience, he has significantly impacted STEM education and workforce development globally. Mr. Goss is Principal Investigator for the International Technology Security and Innovation (ITSI) Fund. His leadership has advanced STEM education and strengthened supply chains in the Americas and Indo-Pacific, enhancing global semiconductor ecosystems.