NVIDIA Corporation Org chart
This NVIDIA Corporation org chart highlights the company’s organizational structure and leadership team, including key executives such as Jensen Huang (Founder, President & CEO) , Michael Kagan (Chief Technology Officer) , and Jeff Fisher (SVP, GeForce) . It provides a clear overview of the leadership team’s roles and how they work together to achieve organizational goals and ensure effective management across all functions.
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NVIDIA Corporation Leadership Team
Executives
Profile Summary
Jensen Huang
Founder, President & CEO
Jensen Huang founded NVIDIA in 1993 and has served since its inception as president, chief executive officer and a member of the board of directors. Starting out in PC graphics, NVIDIA helped build the gaming market into the largest entertainment industry in the world today. Its invention of the GPU in 1999 made possible real-time programmable shading, which defines modern computer graphics, and later revolutionized parallel computing. More recently, GPU deep learning ignited modern AI — the next era of computing — with the GPU acting as the brain of computers, robots and self-driving cars that can perceive and understand the world. Huang is a recipient of the Dr. Morris Chang Exemplary Leadership Award from the Global Semiconductor Association in recognition of his exceptional contributions to driving the development, innovation, growth and long-term opportunities of the fabless semiconductor industry. He has received the Daniel J. Epstein Engineering Management Award from the University of Southern California, an honorary doctorate from Taiwan’s National Chiao Tung University, and the EB Lemon Distinguished Alumni Award and an honorary doctorate from Oregon State University. He was named to the U.S. Immigrant Entrepreneur Hall of Fame when it was established in 2012. In 2017, Harvard Business Review ranked him No. 1 on its list of the world’s 100 best-performing CEOs, and, in 2016, No. 1 in the U.S., over the lifetime of their tenure. Prior to founding NVIDIA, Huang worked at LSI Logic and Advanced Micro Devices. He holds a BSEE degree from Oregon State University and an MSEE degree from Stanford University.
Michael Kagan
Chief Technology Officer
Michael Kagan is NVIDIA CTO (Chief Technology Officer) since May 2020. He joined NVIDIA through the acquisition of Mellanox, where he was CTO and a co-founder of the company, founded in April 1999. From 1983 to April 1999, Kagan held a number of architecture and design positions at Intel Corporation. Kagan holds a BSc. in Electrical Engineering from the Technion — Israel Institute of Technology.
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Jeff Fisher
SVP, GeForce
Jeff Fisher is senior vice president of NVIDIA’s PC business, and has been with the company since 1994. He has over 30 years experience in the semiconductor industry in a broad range of sales, marketing and engineering roles. He holds a BSEE degree from Purdue and an MBA from Santa Clara University.
Gilad Shainer
SVP, Marketing
Gilad Shainer has extensive experience in marketing and market development in the technology industry, with a strong focus on High-Performance Computing, Cloud Computing, and Enterprise Data Center solutions. Gilad has held various leadership roles at Mellanox Technologies before joining NVIDIA as the Senior Vice President of Marketing. With a background in electrical engineering and research, Gilad has a deep understanding of technical aspects and has contributed significantly to the development of proprietary products during their career.
Shanker Trivedi
Senior Vice President, Enterprise Business
Shanker Trivedi has extensive experience in senior leadership roles within the technology sector, currently serving as Senior Vice President of Enterprise Business at NVIDIA since April 2009, following a tenure as Vice President of Enterprise Sales and Business Development. Prior roles include Chief Marketing Officer at Yugma and Callidus Software Inc., as well as Senior Vice President of Corporate Development. Trivedi has held various director and vice president positions at companies such as Sun Microsystems, IBM, and ICL, contributing to significant corporate development initiatives. Educationally, Trivedi holds an MBA in Finance, Information Systems, and Marketing from the Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, and an MS in Mathematics and Computer Science from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi.
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IBM
Kevin Deierling
SVP, Networking Products
Kevin Deierling joined NVIDIA through the acquisition of Mellanox Technologies, where he was Senior Vice President of marketing. He's founded or been a senior executive at 5 startups that achieved positive outcomes (three IPOs, two acquisitions). Combining both technical and business expertise, Deierling has variously served as the Chief Officer of Technology, Architecture, and Marketing in these companies, leading the development of strategy and products across a broad range of disciplines including networking, security, cloud, big data, virtualization, storage, smart energy, and DNA sequencing.
Lindsey Duran
VP, Recruiting
Lindsey Duran has an extensive background in HR and Talent Acquisition. With experience at top companies like NVIDIA, Logitech, and Yahoo, Lindsey has held various leadership positions in recruiting and HR over the years. Lindsey also has experience in business development and consulting. With a MA in HRMTD from Chapman University and a BA in Industrial Psychology from California State University, Fullerton, Lindsey is well-equipped with the knowledge and skills to lead teams in hiring top talent and creating outstanding experiences.
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Yahoo!
Logitech
Google
Neil Trevett
Vice President Developer Ecosystems
Neil Trevett is a seasoned technology executive with extensive experience in developing standards and ecosystems within the industry. Currently serving as President of the Metaverse Standards Forum since June 2022 and Chair, Trevett also holds a position on the Board of Directors at CreateAccess since April 2023. With a long-standing tenure at NVIDIA starting in May 2005, Trevett has contributed as Vice President of Developer Ecosystems and Vice President of Mobile Ecosystem, focusing on the creation of standards and tools for mobile content development. As President of The Khronos Group since 2001, Trevett has played a pivotal role in advancing 3D standards. Previous roles include Senior Vice President of Market Development at 3Dlabs and President of the Web3D Consortium. Neil Trevett obtained a BSc in Computer Science and Electronics from the University of Birmingham.
Jeremy Williford
VP Of Strategic Sales - Dell Technologies
Jeremy Williford has extensive experience in strategic sales within the technology sector, currently serving as the Vice President of Strategic Sales for Dell Technologies at NVIDIA since September 1998. Prior to this role, Jeremy held the position of Director of Sales at NVIDIA and worked in sales at Advance Micro Devices from 1996 to 1998. Jeremy holds a degree from Texas A&M University, completing studies from 1990 to 1996.
Keita Iida
Vice President, Developer Relations
Keita Iida has over two decades of experience in the technology sector, primarily at NVIDIA since March 2002, where responsibilities have included serving as Vice President of Developer Relations and holding various director positions in global content management and marketing for the Asia-Pacific region. Prior to this, Keita Iida worked at VM Labs, Inc. from March 1998 to March 2002 as Director of Product Marketing, contributing to expertise in product strategy and developer engagement.
Rob Kowalski
Vice President, Enterprise Sales, Americas
Rob Kowalski has extensive experience in sales leadership, currently serving as Vice President of Enterprise Sales for the Americas at NVIDIA since August 2016, where prior roles included Senior Director and Director of Financial Services Sales. Before joining NVIDIA, Rob Kowalski spent over 17 years at Cisco Systems, holding positions such as Regional Manager and Key Account Manager. Earlier in Rob Kowalski's career, experience included serving as Area District Manager at ADP. Rob Kowalski's educational background includes studies at Stockton University and the University of Colorado Boulder.
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ADP
Tim Bender
Vice President Worldwide Consumer And Business Development
Tim Bender is an experienced executive in consumer and business development with a strong background in sales and marketing. Currently serving as Vice President of Worldwide Consumer and Business Development at NVIDIA since March 2015, Tim Bender oversees go-to-market strategies and global sales initiatives. Previous roles include SVP Sales at Sony Computer Entertainment of America, Executive Vice President at Livescribe Inc., and President of the Global Consumer Group at LeapFrog Enterprises. Tim Bender began their career holding various sales positions at Yes Entertainment Corp. and Lego Systems Inc. Tim Bender holds a B.S. in Marketing from Bradley University, earned between 1978 and 1982.
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Livescribe Inc.
LEGO
Tamir Azarzar
Vp, Chip Design
Tamir Azarzar currently holds senior leadership positions at NVIDIA and Mellanox Technologies. With a background in Computer Engineering from Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, Tamir has gained valuable experience in chip design and software development. At NVIDIA, Tamir serves as the VP of Chip Design and Software, showcasing expertise in the technological aspects of the industry. During their tenure at Mellanox Technologies, Tamir held various leadership positions including VP of Network Adapter FW and Sr. Director of Chip Design, demonstrating a strong understanding of network technologies and chip design.
Scott Fitzpatrick
Vice President Product Management
Scott Fitzpatrick has over 30 years of experience in product management and finance within the technology industry. Currently serving as Vice President of Product Management at NVIDIA since 2006, Scott has played a key role in driving product strategy and development. Prior to NVIDIA, Scott spent a decade at SGI in various roles, including Product Line Manager and Manager of Finance. Scott's career began at GE, where responsibilities included managing finance from 1988 to 1996. Scott holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and History from Principia College.
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General Electric
John Josephakis
Global VP Of Hpc/supercomputing
John Josephakis is an experienced leader in the high-performance computing (HPC) and artificial intelligence sectors, currently serving as the Global Vice President of HPC/Supercomputing at NVIDIA since May 2020. Prior to this role, John held the position of Vice President of Worldwide HPC and AI Sales and Business Development at Hewlett Packard Enterprise from January 2020 to May 2020. John's extensive experience also includes serving as Vice President of Worldwide Sales at Cray Inc. from August 2013 to January 2020 and as Senior Vice President of Worldwide HPC Sales at DataDirect Networks from July 1999 to July 2013. John holds an MBA in Marketing and Finance from St. Edward's University and completed studies at The University of Texas at Austin.
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Mike Houston
VP And Chief Architect - AI Systems
Mike Houston currently serves as VP and Chief Architect for AI Systems at NVIDIA since November 2012, where responsibilities include designing and building advanced AI systems. Previously at NVIDIA, roles included Senior Distinguished Engineer and Distinguished Engineer focused on Deep Learning, with contributions to software as a service, machine learning, image and video processing, and data analytics. Other notable experience includes roles at Advanced Micro Devices from 2007 to 2012, advancing as Fellow and Chief Architect for server APUs, and earlier positions as Principal Engineer in mobile and cloud computing. Mike Houston also holds leadership roles as Scoutmaster for Boy Scouts of America. Education includes a PhD and MS in Computer Science from Stanford University, along with a BS in Computer Science from UC San Diego.
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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
AMD
Marty Jain
VP Sales And Business Development
Marty Jain is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in sales and business development within the technology sector. Currently serving as VP Sales and Business Development at NVIDIA since April 2014, Marty Jain has held multiple leadership roles, including Sr Director of Strategic Partnerships and director of various Cisco partnerships, focusing on advanced graphics and AI technology integration. Prior experience includes directing global sales at Intel (Altera) and managing technical sales efforts at Lattice Semiconductor. Marty Jain's career also includes founding and directing sales at Viquity and managing worldwide technical sales at ON. Educational credentials include a Master’s in Computer Science and VLSI Design from The University of Georgia, a Bachelor's in Electronics and Telecom Engineering from Government Engineering College, Jabalpur, and participation in an Executive Marketing Program at Stanford University.
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Lattice Semiconductor
Frank Delise
Vice President, Omniverse At Nvidia
Frank DeLise serves as the Vice President of Omniverse at NVIDIA, where responsibilities include leading the product team focused on an open collaboration and simulation platform for the metaverses. Previously, Frank held various roles at Autodesk, including Director of Product Management and Senior Director, New Product Development in AR\VR and ML, overseeing a 60-person R&D group and managing the financial aspects of projects influencing the intersection of immersive technology in design and entertainment. Frank’s career also includes founding and managing Kaos Studios/THQ, as well as leadership positions at EA Digital Illusions CE AB, Trauma Studios, and RTzen, Inc. Frank began the career as a Product Manager and Lead Designer at Autodesk, contributing to the development of 3DS Max. Educational background includes an AS degree in Computer Graphics from Farmingdale State College.
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Gady Rosenfeld
Vice President, DPU Business
Gady Rosenfeld is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in technology and business development across various domains. Currently serving as Vice President of DPU Business at NVIDIA since July 2021, Gady previously held the position of Director of Product Marketing at Broadcom, where responsibilities included managing Ethernet NIC and SmartNIC product lines for major customers. Earlier roles include VP of Marketing & Business Development at FiberZone Networks, co-founder and VP of Business Development & Marketing at Skywatch Energy, and founder & CEO of SoftMETERS, which focused on cloud-based energy monitoring solutions. Gady also contributed significantly to Corrigent Systems as Vice President of Marketing & Product Management, playing a pivotal role in the development of industry-first technologies. Prior experience includes business development at Orckit Communications and research at the Racah Institute of Physics and the Department of Defense. Gady holds an M.Sc. in Physics from Tel Aviv University and a B.Sc. in Physics and Mathematics from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
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Deepu Talla
VP & GM, Embedded & Edge Computing
Deepu Talla is a highly experienced professional currently serving as the Vice President and General Manager of Robotics & Edge Computing at NVIDIA. Prior to this role, Deepu held various leadership positions at Texas Instruments, playing a pivotal role in the development and deployment of cutting-edge technologies in the mobile computing and digital imaging sectors. With a strong academic background in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Electronics and Communication Engineering, Deepu brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the field.
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Edward Lee
Vice President, Mixed-signal Design
Edward Lee is an accomplished engineering leader with over two decades of experience in the semiconductor industry. Since 2011, Edward has served as Vice President of Mixed-Signal Design at NVIDIA, after progressing from the role of Sr. Director of Engineering. Prior to NVIDIA, Edward held the position of Director of Engineering at AMD/ATI from 2003 to 2011 and worked as a Principal Engineer at Velio Communications from 2001 to 2003. Edward holds both an MS and PhD in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University, as well as a BS in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences from the University of California, Berkeley.
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AMD
Mohammed Wasfi
Vice President Of Sales And Business Development - Cloud Strategic Partnerships
Mohammed Wasfi is an accomplished technology executive with extensive experience in sales and business development across leading companies in the industry. Currently serving as Vice President of Sales and Business Development for Cloud Strategic Partnerships at NVIDIA since 2017, Mohammed Wasfi specializes in managing relationships with major partners to enhance market adoption of Machine/Deep Learning and HPC solutions. Previous roles include working at Microsoft as Vice President of Windows Ecosystem Strategic Partnerships, overseeing strategic partnerships and technology initiatives, and holding various leadership positions at NVIDIA from 2005 to 2015, Transmeta Corporation, JMC Inc., Cyrix Corporation, LSI Logic, and Advanced Micro Devices. Mohammed Wasfi holds an MBA from the University of Phoenix and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Oklahoma State University.
Previous or Current Companies (Board, Advisor, Employer)
AMD
Colette Kress
EVP & CFO
Colette Kress is executive vice president and chief financial officer of NVIDIA. She joined the company in September 2013, after serving nearly 25 years in a range of finance roles at major technology companies. She previously served for three years as senior vice president and chief financial officer at Cisco’s Business Technology and Operations Finance organization, where she was responsible for financial strategy, planning, reporting and business development for all business segments, engineering and operations. Previously, she spent 13 years at Microsoft, including four years as chief financial officer of the Server and Tools division, and held senior roles in corporate planning and finance. Prior to that, she served at Texas Instruments in a variety of finance positions. Kress holds a B.Sc. degree in finance from University of Arizona and an MBA from Southern Methodist University.
John Leggio
Vice President Of Business Development: Global Partnerships & Alliances
John Leggio is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in business development and sales within the technology sector. Since September 1999, Leggio has held various leadership roles at NVIDIA, currently serving as Vice President of Business Development for Global Partnerships & Alliances. In this capacity, Leggio leads a 50-person team focused on worldwide sales and support for Tier One Accounts, driving annual revenues exceeding $1 billion. Previous roles at NVIDIA included Vice President Sales and Business Development for Hyperscalers & Cloud-Service Providers and Vice President Sales & Business Development for Tier One Accounts. Prior to NVIDIA, Leggio spent nearly a decade at Matrox, where significant achievements included exceeding annual sales targets and establishing Matrox’s first OEM design-win in the PC graphics business. Leggio holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering from Concordia University and an executive education certificate from Stanford University Graduate School of Business.
Darrin Neil Chen
VP Global Partners (npn) GTM & Operations
Darrin Neil Chen is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in channel sales and marketing within the technology sector. Currently serving as VP Global Partners (NPN) GTM & Operations and Vice President Worldwide Channels, Networking at NVIDIA since April 2020, Darrin oversees strategic partnerships following NVIDIA's acquisition of Mellanox Technologies, where Darrin held various leadership positions from December 2008 to April 2020, including VP Worldwide Channels and Senior Director of OEM & Channel Field Marketing. Prior experience includes roles at QLogic, Seagate Technology, AST Computer, and Western Digital, where Darrin developed significant expertise in marketing strategies, brand awareness, and channel growth. Darrin holds a BA in Economics and Psychology from UC Irvine and an MBA in Business Management from Pepperdine University.
Previous or Current Companies (Board, Advisor, Employer)
Seagate
Western Digital
Kaushik Shirhatti
Vice President-global AI Networking
Kaushik Shirhatti is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in sales and leadership roles across the technology sector. Currently serving as Vice President of Global AI Networking at NVIDIA since June 2020, Kaushik oversees the AI networking portfolio of Ethernet and InfiniBand platforms. Prior to NVIDIA, Kaushik held significant positions at Cumulus Networks, including Vice President of Worldwide Sales and Alliances, where responsibilities included worldwide sales and engineering before the company was acquired by NVIDIA. Earlier experience includes leadership roles at Interana, where Kaushik was Vice President of Worldwide Sales and Customer Success, and Coraid, where responsibilities encompassed sales across multiple regions. Kaushik began their career as a Business Development Manager at Simply Continuous and has an MBA in Finance from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School and a B.E. in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering from Pune University.
Previous or Current Companies (Board, Advisor, Employer)
Scuba Analytics
Ian Buck
VP, Accelerated Computing
Buck is Nvidia's top data center executive and the creator of the chipmaker's CUDA parallel computing platform. He leads a $2B business unit which includes Tesla GPU products for the data center and AI. Tesla and CUDA power supercomputers power the deep learning AI revolution used by Google, Facebook, Amazon, Alibaba, IBM, and others.
John Spitzer
VP, Developer and Performance Technology
John Spitzer has a vast and impressive career in the tech industry, starting as an OpenGL Driver Engineer at IBM, all the way up to their current position as VP of Developer and Performance Technology at NVIDIA. John has led various teams and projects, ranging from being a Senior Software Engineer at Raycer Graphics to founding and growing NVIDIA's design center in Moscow. John has also been instrumental in developing and integrating cutting-edge technology into gaming titles, ensuring top-notch performance benchmarks across all business units, and leading projects that have garnered millions of users. With a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Computer Science from Rice University, John's expertise and leadership have been vital to the success of the companies John has worked for.
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IBM
John Lonergan
VP Business Development, Global Partners
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Amit Katz
Vice President Ethernet Switch
Amit Katz is an experienced professional in the technology sector, currently serving as the Vice President of Ethernet Switch at NVIDIA since April 2020. Prior to this role, Amit held multiple leadership positions at Mellanox Technologies from February 2011, including Vice President and Senior Director of Worldwide Ethernet Sales, Product Marketing, and Product Management for Systems. Amit's career began at Voltaire as a Senior Product Manager from April 2008 to February 2011, followed by a position as Product Manager at RAD from June 2006 to March 2008. Amit holds an MBA in Business Management from Bar-Ilan University, completed between 2007 and 2010, and also obtained a degree from The Academic College of Tel-Aviv, Yaffo, from 2000 to 2003.
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RAD
Alvin Da Costa
VP, Global Partner Organization
Alvin Da Costa has extensive experience in developing global partner programs and strategies in the technology industry. Alvin has worked in various leadership roles at companies such as NVIDIA, Nimble Storage, and Cisco Systems. With a background in Civil Engineering from San Jose State University, Alvin has successfully led teams responsible for channel operations, partner programs, and system integration. Their expertise lies in developing partner loyalty programs, incentive programs, and alliance programs with key industry players. Alvin's strategic approach in establishing channel strategies has been instrumental in driving sales growth and fostering strong partnerships within the technology sector.
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Matthew Hull
Vice President, Global AI Platform Solutions
Matthew Hull is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in technology and sales leadership. Currently serving as Vice President of Global AI Platform Solutions at NVIDIA since December 2017, Matthew has held various senior roles, including Senior Director of Sales for US Cloud Service Providers and Director of Americas at Hewlett Packard Enterprise from March 2015 to December 2017. Prior to that, Matthew worked at HP from 2007 to 2015, serving as Director of Global Sales in the Hyperscale Business Unit and various account management roles. Earlier experience includes positions at Seagate Technology and Boulder Valley Partners. Matthew Hull holds an MBA from the UW Foster School of Business and a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from the University of Colorado Boulder.
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Richard Kerris
VP, Omniverse Developer Platform
With a career spanning Apple, Lucasfilm and Amazon/AWS, Richard’s experience combine driving marketing and product development with a focus on bringing new ideas to life. At Apple, he directed developer relations and managed Final Cut Pro, Logic and Aperture. At Lucasfilm, he served as CTO, managing research and development, IT and information services. Richard has given keynote addresses at GTC, Asia Broadcast and China Joy Expo and delivered multiple Apple Worldwide Developers Conference presentations. He currently serves on the Bay Area Board of the Visual Effects Society and as an active member of the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers.
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Oliver Weber
Vice President, WW Sales Operations
Oliver Weber has over 30 years of experience in sales operations and management. In July 2005, Oliver joined NVIDIA, where the current role is Vice President of Worldwide Sales Operations, following advancements through various senior director and director positions within the company. Prior experience includes a role as Director of Internal Audit and Business Systems at Cypress Semiconductor from March 2000 to June 2005, and managerial positions at Andersen Business Consulting and the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco from September 1996 to October 1996. Oliver holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from California State University-Long Beach and has also studied at Heidelberg University.
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Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
Craig Thompson
Vice President, Linkx Products, Nvidia Networking
Craig Thompson holds extensive leadership experience in the technology and networking sectors, currently serving as Vice President of LinkX Products and Business Development at NVIDIA since September 2020. Previously, Thompson held multiple senior roles at Finisar Corporation, including Vice President of Optoelectronic and RF Devices and Vice President of 3D Sensing/New Markets. As a co-founder of Pavilion, Thompson played a pivotal role in early-stage marketing and strategy, raising seed funding. Additional experience includes positions at EMC, Aprius, Gennum Corporation, Intel Corporation, New Focus, and BHP, showcasing a comprehensive background in business development, marketing, and product management. Academic credentials include an MBA in High Technology Entrepreneurship from MIT Sloan School of Management and a Bachelor's degree in Applied Sciences from UNSW.
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David Shannon
Evp, Chief Administrative Officer And Secretary
David Shannon is a seasoned executive currently serving as the Executive Vice President, Chief Administrative Officer, and Secretary at NVIDIA since July 2002, where David has also held the role of Executive Vice President, General Counsel. Prior to joining NVIDIA, David held the position of Vice President, Legal at Intel from May 1993 to July 2002. In addition, David served as a Board Member and past President of the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley from 2003 to 2014. David holds a Juris Doctor degree from Pepperdine Law, obtained between 1982 and 1985, and a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Government from Pepperdine University, completed in 1976.
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Asaf Wachtel
Vp, Strategic Accounts
Asaf Wachtel is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in strategic accounts and business development within the technology sector. Currently serving as VP of Strategic Accounts at NVIDIA, following a significant tenure at Mellanox Technologies, Asaf has managed high-revenue global accounts, notably Microsoft, achieving over 3X revenue growth year-over-year. Asaf's roles have included leadership in enterprise business development, successfully penetrating new markets and securing strategic partnerships, particularly in financial services and media. Asaf's background also includes product management and engineering roles at companies such as Voltaire and RAD Data Communications, complemented by academic credentials in Electrical Engineering, Global Management, and Human Behavior.
Previous or Current Companies (Board, Advisor, Employer)
RAD
Nick Haemel
VP - Medical Imaging And System Software
Nick Haemel is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in camera, imaging, deep learning, and computer vision technologies. Currently serving as Vice President of Medical Imaging and System Software at NVIDIA since 2010, Nick has held multiple leadership roles, including Senior Director of Graphics, Camera, and Imaging Software, where responsibilities encompassed building comprehensive solutions for automotive and mobile applications. Prior to NVIDIA, Nick contributed to Sony Creative Software as a Software Engineering Manager and held various positions in AMD and ATI, leading initiatives in graphics programming and software development. In addition to technical roles, Nick has been active in community service, serving on the Board of Regents at the Milwaukee School of Engineering and as a committee member for Wisconsin Water for the World, which focuses on improving access to clean water in Guatemala. Nick holds an MBA from the Wisconsin School of Business and a BS in Computer Engineering from the Milwaukee School of Engineering.
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Tim Teter
EVP, General Counsel & Secretary
Tim Teter is executive vice president, general counsel and secretary of NVIDIA. He joined the company in 2017, after more than two decades at the law firm of Cooley LLP. He was most recently partner at Cooley, where he focused on litigating patent and technology related matters. Previous to attending law school, he worked as an engineer at Lockheed Missiles and Space Company. Teter holds a JD degree from Stanford Law School and a BS degree in mechanical engineering from the University of California at Davis.
Debora Shoquist
EVP, Operations
Debora Shoquist is executive vice president of operations at NVIDIA. She is responsible for the company’s IT, operations and supply chain functions. These include manufacturing product and test engineering; foundry operations; supplier/contract-manufacturing management; supply planning; logistics; facilities; and the company’s quality management system. She is also responsible for overseeing construction of the company's new $360-380 million building at its Santa Clara headquarters. Shoquist joined NVIDIA in 2007 as senior vice president of operations and was named to her current role two years later. She has more than 15 years of executive experience in general management, manufacturing and operations, including plant management, engineering, information services, finance and human resources. Shoquist served from 2004 to 2007 as executive vice president of operations at JDS Uniphase. From 2002 to 2004, she was senior vice president and general manager of the Electro-Optics business at Coherent, a manufacturer of commercial and scientific laser equipment. Previously, she spent 11 years in key executive roles at Quantum, including president of the Personal Computer Hard Disk Drive division, and 10 years at HP in various engineering and manufacturing management roles. She holds a BS degree in electrical engineering from Kansas State University and a BS degree in biology from Santa Clara University.
Jay Puri
EVP, Worldwide Field Operations
Jay Puri serves as executive vice president of worldwide field operations at NVIDIA, with responsibility for global sales and regional marketing of all NVIDIA products and services. Puri joined NVIDIA in 2005 in his current role after a 22-year career at Sun Microsystems, where he held positions in sales, marketing and general management. Most recently, he served as senior vice president of Sun’s Asia-Pacific Group. Prior to that, he was vice president of worldwide sales for software and technology, president of Nihon Sun KK and vice president of worldwide product marketing. During his tenure, Sun grew from 25 employees and no revenue to 35,000 employees and $12 billion in revenue. Previously, Puri held marketing, management consulting and product development positions at Hewlett-Packard Company, Booz Allen & Hamilton and Texas Instruments. Puri holds a BSEE degree with high distinction from the University of Minnesota, an MSEE degree from the California Institute of Technology and an MBA degree from Harvard Business School.
Chris A. Malachowsky
Founder & NVIDIA Fellow
Chris Malachowsky founded NVIDIA in 1993 and has more than 30 years of industry experience. He serves as a member of the executive staff and a senior technology executive for the company. Malachowsky has been instrumental in managing, defining and driving the company’s core technologies as it has grown from a startup to the global leader in visual and parallel computing. As an executive at NVIDIA, he has led numerous functions, including IT, operations and all facets of the company’s product engineering. Most recently, he was responsible for NVIDIA’s world-class research organization, which is chartered with developing the strategic technologies that will help drive the company’s future growth and success. Prior to NVIDIA, Malachowsky held engineering and technical leadership positions at HP and Sun Microsystems. A recognized authority on integrated-circuit design and methodology, he has authored close to 40 patents. He holds a BSEE degree from the University of Florida and an MSCS degree from Santa Clara University. Both schools have honored Malachowsky with Distinguished Alumnus awards. Malachowsky serves on the boards of the Computer History Museum and Hiller Aviation Museum, in Silicon Valley, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s Art & Technology Lab. Beyond his technical accomplishments, Malachowsky has also received an Emmy for a film he helped produce that won Best Documentary in 2009.
