From Education to Innovation — Building the Future of the U.S. Semiconductor Industry

Apr 1 – 2, 2026
Renaissance Atlanta Midtown Hotel
America/New_York timezone
Championing New Approaches to Reestablishing US Dominance in Semiconductors & Microelectronics

Bridging the Talent Gap: A New Approach to Accelerating Workforce Solutions for Semiconductors

Apr 1, 2026, 2:45 PM
20m
Room C

Room C

INVITED TALK Education & Workforce Development Technical Session 2

Speaker

Michelle Williams-Vaden (SEMI Foundation)

Description

The semiconductor industry cannot scale without people. In this keynote, Michelle Williams, Executive Director of the SEMI Foundation, shares how the SEMI Foundation is transforming lives and strengthening communities through bold new initiatives coupled with tried-and-true programs. From sparking industry curiosity in K–12 classrooms, to helping veterans launch new careers, to launching and leading the National Network for Microelectronics Education, the SEMI Foundation is expanding career pathways for people around the globe. Learn how you can join these efforts to build a innovative, skilled, industry-ready workforce that will power the future of semiconductors.

Academic or Professional Status Nonprofit / NGO Representative

Author

Michelle Williams-Vaden (SEMI Foundation)

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