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
Cultivating Future-Ready Leadership
  Flemming Kehr, Global Practice Lead, Sustainability, Mercuri Urval
Cultivating Future-Ready Leadership
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
Specialised in purpose- and value-driven transformationalleadership, DEIB-leadership, sustainability leadership audits,360 gap analysis on sustainability capacity and capabilities as well as on howto embed sustainability and DEIB as a leadership imperative.

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
At KLA in the UK we have developed a number of strategies to overcome our talent pipeline challenges. This presentation will explore these challenges and how we have developed new initiatives that have enabled us to overcome these, whilst enhancing inclusivity and diversity, thus attracting top talent and strengthening our business performance.

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
Sustainability through Inclusion: how Surveys (Insights) + Analysis Support our Understanding of Generational Expectations
  Christine Pelissier, General Manager, Customer Center EMEA, Edwards
Sustainability through Inclusion: how Surveys (Insights) + Analysis Support our Understanding of Generational Expectations
Christine Pelissier

Christine Pelissier
General Manager, Customer Center EMEA
Edwards

Christine Pelissier

Abstract
Join us to gain valuable insights into how Edwards Semiconductor Divisions are leveraging data-driven strategies to promote inclusion, diversity, and unity within the organization. Discover how this approach not only bridges generational gaps but also reinforces the shared vision of a workplace that inspires and supports every individual.In the dynamic landscape of the semiconductor industry, fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace is not just a commitment but a strategic imperative. Edwards Semiconductor Divisions, conduct a employee survey every two years to continuously improve its work environment. This year, a new dimension was added to the survey - Inclusion and Diversity. In this presentation, Christine will delve into the insights derived from this survey, showcasing how data can drive a meaningful dialogue and enhance employee engagement.One of the standout revelations from the survey is the exploration of generational differences. By dissecting the data across generations, Christine uncovered surprising and positive trends that challenge conventional wisdom. She will shed light on the distinct priorities of different generations within the organization, offering compelling conclusions and actionable adjustments that can be considered to nurture a workplace that caters to all.Beyond the generational divide, Christine's presentation will also explore the fundamental similarities in what employees across all generations seek and need from their workplace. By identifying these common threads, Edwards Semiconductor Divisions aim to create a workplace culture that fosters inclusivity, enhances diversity, and, most importantly, empowers every employee to thrive.

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

Cultivating Future-Ready Leadership ​

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
  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Emma Derby, HR Director, Vodafone
  • Emma Derby

    Emma Derby
    HR Director
    Vodafone

    Emma Derby

    Biography
    Emma Derby is the HR Director for _VOIS, (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) which is Vodafone’s shared service organisation. _VOIS has 31,000 employees across 7 centres in India, Egypt, Hungary, Albania, Romania, Spain and Turkey. _VOIS is one of the world’s largest captive shared services.Emma is passionate about unlocking potential in people and business and in driving business performance by making a more human experience. Emma leads the team responsible for retaining our people, fostering a culture of success and providing a talent and skills blueprint for the future.Since joining _VOIS in December 2019, Emma’s focus has been on enabling all employees to bring their whole selves to work. This is delivered through our 100% Human programme, driving Diversity & Inclusion including setting up Women in _VOIS and _VOISability network, as well as focusing on upskilling and reskilling aiming to “skill all employees for life”.With a background in both IT and telecommunications, Emma specialises in change management, talent development, employee advocacy and leadership development.Vision Statement : enable _VOIS to become a partner of choice through the talent, skills and capabilities that our people offer.

  • Stefanie Mohr, SVP Human Resources, ams OSRAM
  • Stefanie Mohr

    Stefanie Mohr
    SVP Human Resources
    ams OSRAM

    Stefanie Mohr

    Biography
    Since 2009 working in OSRAM GmbH, Munich . Since 2022 Head of Talent & Rewards and HR Executives & Corporate Functions , Human Resources ams OSRAM group, Munich. Responsible for Talent Acquisition, People Development and Compensation & Benefits. Development and implementation of a compensation philosophy and concept as well as a combined performance management and promotion process in the new combined company ams OSRAM

16:30 2022 Industry Leader in Diversity and Inclusion Award Ceremony
16:40
Welcome Remarks
  Christopher Frieling, Director for Advocacy and Public Policy, SEMI Europe
Welcome Remarks
Christopher Frieling

Christopher Frieling
Director for Advocacy and Public Policy
SEMI Europe

Abstract
Welcome Remarks

Biography
Christopher Frieling is Director for Advocacy and Public Policy at the SEMI Europe Brussels Office. Christopher has a background in EU affairs, innovation, and tech policy. Prior to SEMI he worked at the Brussels office of Fraunhofer in several roles including most recently as Senior Advisor. Christopher holds an MSc in Economics of Science and Innovation and a Bachelor of Business Administration

16:45
New educational activities for the European Microelectronics & chips (r)evolution
  Manuel Castro, Professor, UNED
New educational activities for the European Microelectronics & chips (r)evolution
Manuel Castro

Manuel Castro
Professor
UNED

Manuel Castro

Abstract
There wil be presented in a shor and summary way the ECoVEM project, Euroepan Centre of Vocational Excellence in Microelectronics, as well as their main goals and objectives, focusing in the educational activities and in their implementation.

Biography
Manuel Castro, Electrical and Computer Engineering Professor in the Spanish University for Distance Education (UNED), is expert in Applications of Simulation and Electronics and in Technology Enhanced Learning. He co-chaired the conferences LWMOOCS 2022, WEEF/GEDC 2021, LWMOOCS 2018, EDUCON 2018, REV 2016, FIE 2014. Is IEEE Fellow, IEEE HKN (Eta Kappa Nu) Professional member, President Emeritus of the IEEE Education Society and Past Director of the IEEE Division VI. He has been awarded among others with: IEEE EdSoc William E. Sayle Award for Achievement in Education, TAEE (Technologies Applied to Electronics Education) Tomás Pollán to Discipline Merit, and IGIP (International Society for Engineering Pedagogy) Nicola Tesla Chain. Is Honour Ambassador of Madrid Convention Bureau and past co-editor of IEEE-RITA.

16:50
Official national VET administration accreditation of ECOVEM Spanish courses
  Imma Miralles, President, ASOCIACION NACIONAL DE CENTROS CON CERTIFICADOS DE PROFESIONALIDAD
Official national VET administration accreditation of ECOVEM Spanish courses
Imma Miralles

Imma Miralles
President
ASOCIACION NACIONAL DE CENTROS CON CERTIFICADOS DE PROFESIONALIDAD

Imma Miralles

Abstract
1. ECOVEM Spanish Official Courses Acreditationa. National VET Organic Law 3/2022, of March 31, on the organization and integration of Vocational TrainingCHAPTER II Types of offers and degrees of training-Article 27. Titles, certificates and accreditations.-Article 28. Typology of offers.b. Course accreditation process2. VET teachers accreditation a. Accreditation process (Regional)b. Reference professional qualification:SSC448_3 Teaching training for employment. (RD 1096/2011, of July 22, 2011)

Biography
Master in clinical psychology and gerontology degree. Founder and president of Asociación FRESS. Social and Sanitary Research and Studies. Board member of CRES – Centre for Research and European Studies. Vice-president and responsible of the training committee of ACOFESAL (Association of consultants and trainers from Spain in food security) and president of ANCCP (National Association of Professional Certification Centers). Contribution in European collaborative networks like European Network of Innovation for Inclusion and representing the CEDDD (Consejo Español para la Defensa de la Discapacidad y la Dependencia) as member of Forum on Education of the EASPD (European Association of Service providers for Persons with Disabilities). Manager of European and national projects for ANCCP (recently with ERASMUS+ acreditation) and for other organizations as IEF (Financial Estudis Institut) or EFPA Spain

16:55
ECoVEM project: Path to certification and recognition
  Maria Mavromoustakou, Project Manager, European Association of Career Guidance
ECoVEM project: Path to certification and recognition
Maria Mavromoustakou

Maria Mavromoustakou
Project Manager
European Association of Career Guidance

Maria Mavromoustakou

Abstract
The ECoVEM project is a collaborative effort that unites vocational education and training (VET) centers, polytechnics, industrial associations, and social partners. Its aim is to establish a European Cooperation platform of Vocational Excellence in Microelectronics to address various challenges, including digitalization, artificial intelligence, green technologies, gender equality, and the integration of migrants. ECoVEM leverages and complements the strengths of national VET systems, particularly in countries with more advanced VET programs, while also supporting less advanced regions in their journey towards achieving VET excellence. The project adopts innovative instructional methods that promote lifelong learning, encompassing both hard and soft skills, using theoretical models based on ecosystems and performance support systems. The ECoVEM consortium developed the path to certification and mutual recognition of the ECoVEM curriculum and training, which consists of six distinct courses covering microelectronics and its applications, with a total of thirty-three modules. All available courses can be accessed on the project's official website, www.ecovem.eu. The project provides a flexible path, serving as an open methodology for planning and implementing the certification and recognition process.

Biography
Maria Mavromoustakou is a Project Manager at the European Association of Career Guidance in Cyprus, where her primary role encompasses project implementation and management. Her professional journey commenced at the University of Nicosia, where she held the position of Environmental Researcher. During this tenure, she made significant contributions to the preparation of numerous European-funded environmental projects. Subsequently, she worked as a Project Manager at the Cyprus Sustainable Tourism Initiative, a nonprofit organization in Cyprus. In this capacity, her core responsibilities included crafting project proposals and overseeing projects related to sustainability initiatives. Maria then advanced her career as a Training and Development Officer and Erasmus Officer at the University of Nicosia. Her academic qualifications include an M.Sc. in Ecotourism from Edinburgh Napier University (Scotland) and a B.Sc. in Environmental Management from the University of Hertfordshire (UK).

17:00
Learn more about SEMI University and What We Offer
  Naresh Naik, Director, SEMI University, Semi
Learn more about SEMI University and What We Offer

Naresh Naik
Director, SEMI University
Semi

Abstract
Learn more about SEMI University and what we offer

Biography
With over two decades of experience in edtech, Naresh stands as a veteran in crafting and deploying impactful learning solutions tailored to various industries and demographics. As the Director of SEMI University, he helms a global training enterprise focused specifically on the semiconductor sector—a field renowned for its dynamism and innovation. The platform he oversees offers an extensive range of over 525 cutting-edge courses, each meticulously designed to meet the unique needs of the semiconductor industry. His guiding mission is to empower customers, employees, and individual learners to reach their aspirations and further their careers through these educational offerings.Before his tenure at SEMI University, Naresh held leadership roles in Training & Development at several prestigious organizations, including Google, Workday, Autodesk, and Atlassian.

17:10
European Chips Skills Academy
  Victoria Cummings, Senior Manager, Workforce Development and Skills, Semi Europe
European Chips Skills Academy
Victoria Cummings

Victoria Cummings
Senior Manager, Workforce Development and Skills
Semi Europe

Victoria Cummings

Abstract
TBCto be added

Biography
Victoria joined SEMI Europe in 2023 to support initiatives related to workforce development and lead the implementation of associated EU projects. In this role she coordinates the EU Erasmus+ project “European Chips Skills Academy” and engages with the European institutions and industry stakeholders to develop and promote skills-related activities. Prior to joining SEMI Europe, Victoria advised on policies concerning the functioning of the EU Internal Energy Market. She holds a Master's Degree in Political Science from Boston University.

17:15
Launching the EU Chip Skills Alliance
  Christopher Frieling, Director for Advocacy and Public Policy, SEMI Europe
Launching the EU Chip Skills Alliance
Christopher Frieling

Christopher Frieling
Director for Advocacy and Public Policy
SEMI Europe

Christopher Frieling

Abstract
The EU Chip Skills Alliance is a new multi-stakeholder network launched by the EU funded Erasmus + project METIS.

Biography
Christopher Frieling is Director for Advocacy and Public Policy at the SEMI Europe Brussels Office. Christopher has a background in EU affairs, innovation, and tech policy. Prior to SEMI he worked at the Brussels office of Fraunhofer in several roles including most recently as Senior Advisor. Christopher holds an MSc in Economics of Science and Innovation and a Bachelor of Business Administration.

17:30 Cultivating Connections: Networking Reception