Dr. Tien WU
Vice Chairman of SEMI Board | Chief Executive Officer, ASE
Dr. Tien Wu is the Chief Executive Officer of Advanced Semiconductor Engineering, Inc. (ASE) and concurrently the Chief Executive Officer of Universal Scientific Industrial Co., Ltd. (USI). He is also a member of the Board of Directors and Chief Operating Officer of ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE: ASX, TWSE: 3711).
Tien serves as the Vice Chairman of the SEMI Board and is a Board Member of the Global Semiconductor Association (GSA).
Prior to joining ASE, Tien held several management positions within IBM including R&D, manufacturing and sales in the United States, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. He holds twelve U.S. patents and has authored over twenty-five articles.
Tien holds a BSCE degree from National Taiwan University and earned MS and Ph.D. degrees in mechanical engineering and applied mechanics from the University of Pennsylvania. In 2015, Tien was conferred an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Science from Binghamton University. In 2024, Tien was elected to the United States National Academy of Engineering in recognition of his contributions to sustainable electronics manufacturing, and advancements in the high-volume production of semiconductor packaging.
Presentation Title:
Redefining the Collective Value of the Semiconductor Industry
Abstract:
The global economy is beset with monumental challenges at an unprecedented rate today. As an industry that thrives on continuous innovation and collaboration, we are at the crossroads of redefining our collective values.
Semiconductors are foundational to the AI pervasion that is creating expansive opportunities and accelerating the growth of the semiconductor industry to reach $1 trillion within the next decade.
What are the key trends and implications driving this transformation and advancements across our industry? Dr Wu’s keynote presentation will explore the mega trends and address critical market dynamics that will help us to navigate the new world order, balancing the short-term disruptions with strategic long-term planning.