Ava Hahn Joins AMD as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

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AMD announced the appointment of Ava Hahn as senior vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary, replacing Harry Wolin who is retiring after 24 years. Hahn brings extensive legal experience from technology companies like Lam Research, CA Technologies, and Aruba Networks, as well as VC firms. AMD Chair and CEO Dr. Lisa Su expressed gratitude to Wolin and excitement for Hahn's contribution to the company's next growth phase.

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AMD (NASDAQ: AMD) today announced that Ava Hahn has joined the company as senior vice president, general counsel and corporate secretary, replacing Harry Wolin who is retiring from AMD after 24 years.

“I want to thank Harry for the role he has played leading our legal, government relations and public affairs teams during a period of significant growth and transformation,” said AMD Chair and CEO Dr. Lisa Su. “I am excited to welcome Ava to AMD. Her extensive experience leading legal functions for multiple technology companies will be an invaluable asset as we enter our next phase of growth.”

Hahn joins from Lam Research, where she was chief legal officer with responsibility for global legal and governmental affairs. Prior to Lam, she led the legal functions at CA Technologies and Aruba Networks and served as general counsel for multiple technology and VC firms including Kleiner Perkins. She earned a J.D. from Columbia Law School and a B.A. in history from the University of California, Berkeley.

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AMD Communications
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AMD Investor Relations
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FAQ

Who is the new senior vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary at AMD?

Ava Hahn has joined AMD as the new senior vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary, replacing Harry Wolin.

Where did Ava Hahn work before joining AMD?

Ava Hahn was previously the chief legal officer at Lam Research and led legal functions at CA Technologies and Aruba Networks, as well as serving as general counsel for multiple technology and VC firms.

What is Ava Hahn's educational background?

Ava Hahn holds a J.D. from Columbia Law School and a B.A. in history from the University of California, Berkeley.

Who is retiring from AMD after 24 years?

Harry Wolin is retiring from AMD after 24 years of service.

What did Dr. Lisa Su say about Ava Hahn's appointment?

Dr. Lisa Su expressed excitement about Ava Hahn's extensive legal experience and her potential contribution to AMD's next phase of growth.