What does technology sovereignty really mean in a world where chips power everything? 💡 In this electrifying episode of The Semiconductor Podcast (TSP), we dive deep with John, founder of TechSovereign Partners, to explore the hidden truths, strategic blind spots, and untapped potential of the global semiconductor ecosystem 🌍🔍.
🎯 What’s in the episode? 🚀 John’s dynamic journey from industry insider to thought leader and founder 🧠 What vendor lock-in, tribal knowledge, and scientific identity drag really cost your fab 🏭 Why mature-node fabs might be your strongest weapon—and why the world keeps ignoring them 🌐 How countries like India can realistically build chip sovereignty 🧰 Practical frameworks for fabs to balance innovation and execution 🔁 The quiet crisis of talent loss and knowledge transfer in fabs—and how to fix it 🔓 A rethinking of IP, collaboration, and non-unique solutions in semiconductor ops 🏆 Real-world engagements where execution trumped theory—delivered by a globally seasoned team 🔥 Whether you're a fab engineer, policymaker, startup founder, or simply a semiconductor enthusiast, this episode is packed with insight bombs and actionable takeaways. You’ll leave with a new lens on how fabs work, why some fail, and what it takes to build resilient, sovereign, and scalable chip ecosystems. 👷♂️ Engineers, don’t miss this—this is the conversation behind the conversations. 📺 Watch now. Think deeper. Build smarter. In this podcast series, discussion on VLSI and its related fields is presented, focusing on recent developments and advancements in the industry. Topics such as the latest trends and innovations in semiconductor technology are explored, offering insights into the evolving landscape. Career guidance is shared, providing practical advice for navigating the field, along with success stories that highlight the journeys of professionals who have made their mark in VLSI. Whether for students, professionals, or those interested in the subject, valuable knowledge is offered to help stay informed and succeed in this dynamic area. Guest : John Ghekiere John Ghekiere is the principal and founder of TechSovereign Partners, a consulting firm that helps semiconductor manufacturers and equipment OEMs solve tough problems fast. Drawing on a network of deeply experienced technologists across key fab disciplines, the firm works with manufacturers worldwide to stabilize performance, resolve yield issues, and guide critical decisions around tool strategy and manufacturing readiness. Before founding TechSovereign, John held senior technical and executive roles at Semitool, Applied Materials, and ClassOne Technology. Credits : Image by Lucas Wendt from Pixabay 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get ₹740 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5468382652137472Watch the podcast here :
