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I am a visionary CEO with a proven track record of building high performing global teams, rapidly transforming and growing businesses to create shareholder value. In my 25+ years in the semiconductor and energy storage industries, I have demonstrated successful leadership of global technology organizations ranging from $100 million to $2 billion.As a leader I had the privilege to take the helm of organizations with talented teams, very innovative technologies and a solid customer base. With my teams I have consistently created effective strategies, established strategic partnerships, and developed innovative technologies that meet customer requirements to grow market share and deliver above-market revenue growth in the automotive, energy storage, telecommunications and wireless markets.Amongst my team’s key accomplishments are:Implemented turnaround plan to deliver innovative dry battery electrode technology that led to Maxwell’s acquisition by Tesla in May 2019.Executed strategic plan to focus on differentiating high data rate mixed-signal products delivering above market growth that led to Gennum’s acquisition by Semtech in March 2012 with a 135% premium to market valuation.Led global business transformation of Motorola’s & Freescale’s Mobile Wireless business growing revenues from $1.2 billion to $1.8 billion in 3 years, turning a loss of $424 million to $148 million profit.My areas of distinction are:Implementing effective transformational and growth plans to create value Strong technical foundation, market insight and customer relationships High credibility with board, employees, customers and investors Developing high performing global teams and talent Establishing efficient operational processes and delivering on commitmentsIf you want to know more about me or how I can help you with your business, please contact me at franz.fink@ymail.com.
Self-Employed
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Independent Business ConsultantSelf-Employed Jun 2019 - Present
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Chief Executive OfficerBattrion Ag Mar 2023 - Aug 2023
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Independent Board DirectorBlackstone Technologies Gmbh Apr 2021 - Jun 2022 -
Independent Board DirectorImmersion Corporation Mar 2020 - May 2021
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Ceo, Maxwell TechnologiesTesla May 2019 - Jun 2019Austin, Texas, UsWorked with Tesla team to enable initial integration of Maxwell into Tesla organization. -
Ceo & PresidentMaxwell Technologies May 2014 - May 2019San Diego, California, UsLed business turnaround and focused investment on breakthrough Dry Battery Electrode technology that led to Tesla acquisition• Developed and executed a strategic business turnaround plan for global business with $100M+ revenues and 450 employees. • Optimized portfolio and implemented sale of Microelectronics (2016) and High Voltage (2018) businesses to generate $76M in cash and to strengthen balance sheet. • Acquired Nesscap in May 2017 to diversify core Ultracapacitor product line and focused investment on automotive products and breakthrough dry battery electrode technology. • Established strategic partnerships with CRRC-SRI to develop Lithium-Ion capacitor technology for fast growing rail market. • Initiated strategic partnership with global automotive OEM and Tier1 to develop and validate pilot-volume dry battery electrode technology targeting a 2022 model year EV platform. • Significant performance advantages achieved (>10% energy density, >10% cost reduction) compared to wet electrodes led to acquisition by Tesla in May 2019. -
Director Board Of DirectorsPason Mar 2012 - Aug 2014Calgary, Alberta, CaAs a member of the Board, worked with Executive team to develop growth and diversification strategy. Share price expanded from $12 in May 2012 to >$32 in August 2014. -
Ceo & PresidentGennum Corpo Sep 2006 - Mar 2012Led business to accelerated profitable growth (from $100M to $157M in 5 years (>9% CAGR vs 5% industry average), delivering above market growth & profitability and delivered shareholder value (Gennum acquisition by Semtech at 135% premium to market valuation)• Developed and executed strategic plan for global business with 600 employees with the ultimate goal to profitably grow the business and to deliver shareholder value. Plan included to focus on the core mixed-signal analog business, to grow existing differentiated product lines and to develop new businesses in the fast growing communications, networking and consumer markets.• Developed a new product platform and M/A strategy to leverage mixed-signal analog core technology and competency to support accelerated profitable growth and the diversification of the global customer base while maintaining industry leading gross margins (> 70%). • Grew business with existing customers (Avago, Finisar, Hitachi, Panasonic, Sony, Sumitomo) and created significant fast growing high margin business with new customers (Alcatel, Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, NEC, Toshiba).• Divested three product lines (Hearing Aids, Bluetooth Headsets, VXP Image Processing) and successfully acquired three new product lines (Snowbush - high data-rate mixed-signal SerDes IP; AsicArchitect - digital controller IP; Nanotech - CMOS TIA and CDR products for optical communications).• Grew business after restructuring from $100M to $157M in 5 years (>9% CAGR vs 5% industry average) delivering above market growth and profitability as well as great shareholder value; Gennum was acquired by Semtech Inc. in March 2012 with a 135% premium to market valuation. -
Svp & Gm, Wireless & Mobile Systems GroupNxp Acquires Freescale Semiconductor Jun 2004 - Aug 2006Austin, Texas, UsGrew revenues from $1.2B to $1.8B in 3 years - Led business from $424M loss to $148M profit • Developed and executed a turnaround plan for global $1.2B business with 2400 employees. Plan included the exit of uncompetitive businesses, increased focus on core cellular RF, mixed-signal and platforms to secure new business in the converging consumer and communication markets and diversification of the global customer base.• Strengthened relationships with key customers Motorola and Qualcomm and won significant new 3G business with new customers (Microsoft, RIM, Samsung, Sony, Toshiba). • Acquired and integrated Xtreme Spectrum (UWB), PrairieComm (UMTS software) and CommASIC (OFDM communication IP) in line with business diversification strategy. • Revenue growth from $1.2B to $1.8B in 3 years combined with operational efficiencies and a higher-end product mix resulted in 30% gross margin improvement, delivering $148M of profit in 2006. -
Vp & Gm, Wireless & Mobile Systems GroupMotorola Solutions Apr 2003 - Jun 2004Chicago, Il, Us -
Vp & Gm, 32Bit Embedded Controller DivisionMotorola Solutions May 2001 - Mar 2003Chicago, Il, Us• Assumed responsibility for $650M business serving the automotive, industrial and consumer markets with 500 employees worldwide. Defined and implemented 32Bit product roadmap and established comprehensive cost reduction program resulting in multi-million dollar manufacturing cost savings and returned business to profitability in 2002. • Secured significant new business with major automotive customers in Europe, US and Japan (BMW, Bosch, Continental, Delphi, Ford, GM, Mercedes, Mitsubishi, SiemensVDO, Visteon) establishing PowerPC as the dominant architecture for Powertrain and Transmission systems.
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Director, Powertrain Systems OperationsMotorola Solutions Jun 1999 - Apr 2001Chicago, Il, Us• Developed five-year plan for Powertrain and Advanced Vehicle Systems. Established advanced technology development partnerships with key European car manufacturers for direct diesel, gasoline and variable valve injection systems (BMW, Bosch, Fiat).• Provided leadership to achieve breakthrough design-wins with the PowerPC product family (BMW, Bosch, Delphi, SiemensVDO) resulting in a >40% revenue compound annual growth rate.
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European Operations Manager, Advanced Vehicle Systems DivisionMotorola Solutions Dec 1996 - Jun 1999Chicago, Il, Us
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Manager, European Design TechnologyMotorola Solutions May 1991 - Nov 1996Chicago, Il, UsJoined Motorola’s Semiconductor Product Sector in 1991 as technical lead for an ASIC design automation project. Quickly moved into management roles in design and design technology. Delivered innovative ASIC top-down design systems to key customers worldwide (Alcatel, Nortel, Motorola, Ericsson, Nokia, Siemens, Unisys) in order to support joint ASIC product development for the communications and networking markets.
Franz Fink Education Details
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Technical University Of MunichComputer-Aided Design -
Technical University Of MunichComputer Science & Electrical Engineering
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