Wednesday, November 15, 2023
 

Future of Work

14:50 Welcome Remarks by Session Chair
  Cassandra Melvin, Senior Director of Business Development & Operations, SEMI Europe
Cassandra Melvin

Cassandra Melvin
Senior Director of Business Development & Operations
SEMI Europe

Biography
Cassandra joined SEMI Europe in 2018 to lead its operations, business development and strategic initiatives related to diversity and inclusion. In this role she is responsible for leading a culturally diverse team, enhancing member value, and directing operations for optimized financial performance. Prior to joining SEMI, she held the position Global Product Manager at Atotech for its semiconductor division. She began her career at the SUNY Polytechnic Institute as a Business Manager focused on technical programs for chemistry and equipment manufacturers and held project management roles in clean room operations and IT. Cassandra's written work has been published in leading technical magazines and presented at conferences globally. She holds a BS in Business Management, and Minor in Neuropsychology from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

14:55
At the Top, a New Leadership Agenda is Emerging!
  Flemming Kehr, Global Practice Lead, Sustainability, Mercuri Urval
At the Top, a New Leadership Agenda is Emerging!
Flemming Kehr

Flemming Kehr
Global Practice Lead, Sustainability
Mercuri Urval

Flemming Kehr

Abstract
To deal with the top-themes and challenges of the semiconductor industry; Global Economic Outlook, Path to net Zero, Supply Chain Redesign, Resilient company, and War for Talent, leaders need to unlearn “the old”, bring in new capabilities, prepare for the unannounced, and live the values, if they want their companies to be the long-term winners in the industry transformation.

Biography
More than 25 years of experience in advising leading international organisations and innovative start-ups. Deep understanding and knowledge of strategydevelopment and implementation, fit-for-future programmes, leadership development programmes, leadership framework development, performanceacceleration as well as on building purpose-and value-driven leadership teams and organisations. Strong focus, experience and interest in sustainabilityleadership, DEIB-leadership and on how to merge sustainability and circularity with strategy.

15:15
Challenges and Opportunities Surrounding your Talent Pipeline
  Dan Collins, General Manager, SPTS Division within KLA Corp
Challenges and Opportunities Surrounding your Talent Pipeline
Dan Collins

Dan Collins
General Manager
SPTS Division within KLA Corp

Dan Collins

Abstract
Coming Soon

Biography
Dan Collins is General Manager of the SPTS Division within KLA Corp. After joining SPTS in 2016 as Supply Chain Director, Dan was promoted to VP Operations in 2019 and has been instrumental in driving the improvements to the company’s manufacturing operations. As General Manager he is overseeing the integration of SPTS into KLA, involving new processes, systems and employee culture during a period of significant growth for the business. He has previous operations experience with Edwards and Cooper Tire & Rubber Company with exposure to supply chain management in the semiconductor, automotive, and other industries. He holds a BSc(Hons) in Astrophysics from Queen Mary University of London, and MSc in Technology Management

15:35
Topic Coming Soon
  Christine Pelissier, General Manager, Customer Center EMEA, Edwards
Topic Coming Soon
Christine Pelissier

Christine Pelissier
General Manager, Customer Center EMEA
Edwards

Christine Pelissier

Abstract
Coming Soon

Biography
Christine has a proven track record of hiring, developing and managing high performance teams which consistently create superior value. She has over 30 years’ experience successfully growing markets and customers in a high-tech environment and has broad international experience building networks in North America, Europe, and Asia. Prior to joining Edwards in 2018, Christine has held senior strategic marketing positions, business development, operations and applications roles with Applied Materials, KLA-Tencor and Soitec.

15:55 Panel discussion

Developing the Leaders of Tomorrow

Moderation Cassandra Melvin, Senior Director of Business Development & Operations, SEMI Europe
Cassandra Melvin

Cassandra Melvin
Senior Director of Business Development & Operations
SEMI Europe

Cassandra Melvin

Biography
Cassandra joined SEMI Europe in 2018 to lead its operations, business development and strategic initiatives related to diversity and inclusion. In this role she is responsible for leading a culturally diverse team, enhancing member value, and directing operations for optimized financial performance. Prior to joining SEMI, she held the position Global Product Manager at Atotech for its semiconductor division. She began her career at the SUNY Polytechnic Institute as a Business Manager focused on technical programs for chemistry and equipment manufacturers and held project management roles in clean room operations and IT. Cassandra's written work has been published in leading technical magazines and presented at conferences globally. She holds a BS in Business Management, and Minor in Neuropsychology from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.

Panelists
  • Flemming Kehr, Global Practice Lead, Sustainability, Mercuri Urval
  • Flemming Kehr

    Flemming Kehr
    Global Practice Lead, Sustainability
    Mercuri Urval

    Flemming Kehr

    Biography
    More than 25 years of experience in advising leading international organisations and innovative start-ups. Deep understanding and knowledge of strategydevelopment and implementation, fit-for-future programmes, leadership development programmes, leadership framework development, performanceacceleration as well as on building purpose-and value-driven leadership teams and organisations. Strong focus, experience and interest in sustainabilityleadership, DEIB-leadership and on how to merge sustainability and circularity with strategy.

  • Christine Pelissier, General Manager, Customer Center EMEA, Edwards
  • Christine Pelissier

    Christine Pelissier
    General Manager, Customer Center EMEA
    Edwards

    Christine Pelissier

    Biography
    Christine has a proven track record of hiring, developing and managing high performance teams which consistently create superior value. She has over 30 years’ experience successfully growing markets and customers in a high-tech environment and has broad international experience building networks in North America, Europe, and Asia. Prior to joining Edwards in 2018, Christine has held senior strategic marketing positions, business development, operations and applications roles with Applied Materials, KLA-Tencor and Soitec.

16:30 Introduction to EU Project
16:35 Reserved for Ecovem
16:45 SEMI University
16:55 Launching the EU Chip Skills Academy
17:15 Cultivating Connections: Networking Reception