Astera Labs Appoints Dr. Craig Barratt to Board of Directors
Astera Labs (Nasdaq: ALAB) has announced the appointment of Dr. Craig Barratt to its Board of Directors. Dr. Barratt brings extensive experience in scaling technology companies and driving innovations in the semiconductor and networking industries.
Dr. Barratt's notable career includes serving as President, CEO, and Director of Atheros Communications, leading the company through its IPO and subsequent acquisition by Qualcomm. He also held key positions at Intel as Senior VP of the Connectivity Group, and at Google as Senior VP of Access and Energy.
Currently, Dr. Barratt chairs the board of Intuitive Surgical (Nasdaq: ISRG) and previously served on IonQ's board. He holds doctorate and Master's degrees from Stanford University and undergraduate degrees from the University of Sydney in electrical engineering, mathematics, and physics.
Astera Labs (Nasdaq: ALAB) ha annunciato la nomina del Dr. Craig Barratt nel suo Consiglio di Amministrazione. Il Dr. Barratt porta con sé una vasta esperienza nella scalabilità delle aziende tecnologiche e nella promozione di innovazioni nei settori dei semiconduttori e delle reti.
La carriera notevole del Dr. Barratt include la sua posizione come Presidente, CEO e Direttore di Atheros Communications, guidando l'azienda attraverso l'IPO e successivamente l'acquisizione da parte di Qualcomm. Ha anche ricoperto ruoli chiave presso Intel come VP Senior del Connectivity Group e presso Google come VP Senior di Access e Energy.
Attualmente, il Dr. Barratt presiede il consiglio di Intuitive Surgical (Nasdaq: ISRG) e ha precedentemente fatto parte del consiglio di IonQ. Possiede un dottorato e un Master dalla Stanford University e lauree triennali presso l'Università di Sydney in ingegneria elettrica, matematica e fisica.
Astera Labs (Nasdaq: ALAB) ha anunciado el nombramiento del Dr. Craig Barratt en su Junta Directiva. El Dr. Barratt aporta una amplia experiencia en la escalabilidad de empresas tecnológicas y en la promoción de innovaciones en las industrias de semiconductores y redes.
La notable carrera del Dr. Barratt incluye haber sido Presidente, CEO y Director de Atheros Communications, liderando la empresa a través de su OPI y posterior adquisición por Qualcomm. También ocupó posiciones clave en Intel como VP Senior del Grupo de Conectividad y en Google como VP Senior de Acceso y Energía.
Actualmente, el Dr. Barratt preside la junta de Intuitive Surgical (Nasdaq: ISRG) y anteriormente formó parte de la junta de IonQ. Posee un doctorado y una maestría de la Universidad de Stanford y títulos de grado de la Universidad de Sídney en ingeniería eléctrica, matemáticas y física.
Astera Labs (Nasdaq: ALAB)가 Dr. Craig Barratt를 이사회에 임명했다고 발표했습니다. Barratt 박사는 기술 기업의 확장 및 반도체 및 네트워킹 산업의 혁신을 주도하는 데 풍부한 경험을 가지고 있습니다.
Barratt 박사의 주목할 만한 경력에는 Atheros Communications의 사장, CEO 및 이사로 재직하며 회사의 IPO와 이후 Qualcomm에 인수되는 과정을 이끈 것이 포함됩니다. 그는 또한 Intel에서 연결 그룹의 수석 부사장, Google에서 접근 및 에너지의 수석 부사장으로 중요한 직책을 맡았습니다.
현재 Barratt 박사는 Intuitive Surgical (Nasdaq: ISRG)의 이사회를 의장하고 있으며, 이전에는 IonQ의 이사회에서도 활동했습니다. 그는 스탠포드 대학교에서 박사 및 석사 학위를 취득했으며, 시드니 대학교에서 전기 공학, 수학 및 물리학으로 학사 학위를 받았습니다.
Astera Labs (Nasdaq: ALAB) a annoncé la nomination de Dr. Craig Barratt au sein de son Conseil d'Administration. Le Dr. Barratt apporte une vaste expérience dans l'expansion des entreprises technologiques et la promotion d'innovations dans les secteurs des semi-conducteurs et des réseaux.
La carrière remarquable du Dr. Barratt comprend des fonctions en tant que Président, CEO et Directeur de Atheros Communications, dirigeant l'entreprise à travers son introduction en bourse et son acquisition ultérieure par Qualcomm. Il a également occupé des postes clés chez Intel en tant que VP Senior du groupe Connectivité, et chez Google en tant que VP Senior de l'Accès et de l'Énergie.
Actuellement, le Dr. Barratt préside le conseil d'Intuitive Surgical (Nasdaq: ISRG) et a précédemment siégé au conseil d'IonQ. Il détient un doctorat et un master de l'Université de Stanford et des diplômes de premier cycle de l'Université de Sydney en ingénierie électrique, mathématiques et physique.
Astera Labs (Nasdaq: ALAB) hat die Ernennung von Dr. Craig Barratt in seinen Vorstand bekannt gegeben. Dr. Barratt bringt umfangreiche Erfahrung in der Skalierung von Technologieunternehmen und der Förderung von Innovationen in der Halbleiter- und Netzwerkindustrie mit.
Zu Dr. Barratts bemerkenswerter Karriere gehört die Tätigkeit als Präsident, CEO und Direktor von Atheros Communications, wo er das Unternehmen durch den Börsengang und die anschließende Übernahme durch Qualcomm führte. Er hatte auch Schlüsselpositionen bei Intel als Senior VP der Connectivity Group und bei Google als Senior VP für Access und Energy inne.
Derzeit ist Dr. Barratt Vorsitzender des Vorstands von Intuitive Surgical (Nasdaq: ISRG) und war zuvor im Vorstand von IonQ tätig. Er hat einen Doktortitel und einen Master-Abschluss von der Stanford University sowie Bachelor-Abschlüsse der University of Sydney in Elektrotechnik, Mathematik und Physik.
- Strategic addition of experienced board member with proven track record in scaling public tech companies
- New director brings expertise in semiconductor, networking, and AI sectors
- Strengthened corporate governance with leader experienced in successful IPOs and acquisitions
- None.
Dr. Barratt brings leadership experience in scaling high-growth public and private technology companies
SANTA CLARA, Calif., March 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Astera Labs, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALAB), a global leader in semiconductor-based connectivity solutions for AI and cloud infrastructure, today announced the appointment of Dr. Craig Barratt to its Board of Directors. Dr. Barratt is a seasoned technology industry veteran with decades of experience as an impactful leader and board member at networking, semiconductor, and medical device companies.
“Craig’s proven track record of scaling high-growth technology companies and driving breakthrough innovations at industry leaders like Atheros, Google, and Qualcomm makes him an invaluable addition to Astera Labs’ Board of Directors,” said Jitendra Mohan, CEO and Co-founder, Astera Labs. “His strategic insight and deep technical expertise will provide critical guidance as we continue to expand our leadership in connectivity solutions for AI and cloud infrastructure.”
Dr. Barratt served as President, CEO, and a Director of Atheros Communications, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company and Silicon Valley success story that developed wireless and wired communication technologies. During his tenure, he led the company through an IPO until its acquisition by Qualcomm, when he then took up the position of President at Qualcomm Atheros, the networking and connectivity subsidiary of Qualcomm.
Dr. Barratt is also the former Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Connectivity Group at Intel Corporation, since its acquisition of Barefoot Networks, Inc., where he led the computer networking company as President and CEO. Prior to Barefoot Networks, he held several roles at Google, Inc., including Senior Vice President, Access and Energy.
Dr. Barratt currently chairs the board of Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (Nasdaq: ISRG) – a medical device technology market leader – and previously served on the board of IonQ Inc. He holds doctorate and Master of Science degrees in electrical engineering from Stanford University, as well as undergraduate degrees in electrical engineering and in pure mathematics and physics from the University of Sydney.
“Craig is a highly accomplished leader with deep expertise in scaling innovative technology companies and shaping transformative products in the semiconductor and networking industries,” said Manuel Alba, Chairman of the Board, Astera Labs. “His extensive board and executive experience, combined with his strategic vision, will be instrumental in helping to steer Astera Labs as we continue our rapid growth and innovation in AI connectivity.”
“Astera Labs is at the forefront of enabling the next generation of AI and cloud infrastructure with its unmatched execution in addressing the industry’s most critical connectivity bottlenecks,” said Dr. Craig Barratt. “I am excited to join the Board and collaborate with the team to support the company’s strong momentum and strengthen its industry leadership.”
About Astera Labs
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