Speaker Profile
Jason Conrad
Chief Operating Officer, Southwest Advanced Prototyping (SWAP) Hub
ASU Knowledge Enterprise
SWAP Hub’s Chief Operating Officer Jason Conrad brings with him more than 23 years of experience in the semiconductor industry from wafering and silicon machining to wafer fabrication for both silicon CMOS and wide bandgap semiconductors. With previous roles at industry-leading companies such as NXP Semiconductors, Global Wafers, and Lam Research, Jason is a proven leader focused on performance and quality who has long served as a bridge between technical and non-technical personnel.
His passion for optimizing manufacturing processes and improving efficiency serve him well as COO as Jason is responsible for overseeing SWAP Hub’s manufacturing and quality control along with the hub’s research and technological development efforts. He’ll also work alongside other leaders to develop and execute a strategy for SWAP Hub’s sustained growth and impact while forging connections throughout the semiconductor industry.
Jason holds a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the University of Notre Dame. He earned a Six Sigma Green Belt along with significant experience in lean manufacturing and project management.
Education B.S. Chemical Engineering - University of Notre Dame