Intel Elects Andrea Goldsmith to Board of Directors

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Intel Corporation announced the election of Andrea Goldsmith to its board of directors, effective September 1, 2021. Goldsmith is the dean of engineering at Princeton University and has over two decades of experience at Stanford. She has co-founded two technology companies and serves on the boards of Medtronic and Crown Castle. Her expertise in wireless communications, particularly 5G technology, is expected to bring valuable insights to Intel. This addition increases board diversity, with 40% women and 30% racially or ethnically diverse members.

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• Andrea Goldsmith brings expertise in wireless communications and 5G technology.
• Her election enhances board diversity with 40% women and 30% diverse directors.
• Goldsmith's industry experience may drive innovative strategies in Intel's future.

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Intel Corporation today announced that Andrea Goldsmith, dean of engineering and applied science and professor of electrical and computer engineering at Princeton University, was elected to Intel’s board of directors, effective Sept. 1, 2021. Goldsmith will serve as an independent director.

Andrea Goldsmith, dean of engineering and applied science and professor of electrical and computer engineering at Princeton University, was elected to Intel’s board of directors, effective Sept. 1, 2021. (Photo: Business Wire)

“We are excited to welcome Andrea to Intel’s board of directors,” said Omar Ishrak, chairman of the Intel board. “Andrea is an accomplished academic, engineer, inventor and entrepreneur who is highly acclaimed for her foundational work in wireless communications. Coupled with her advocacy for increased diversity in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, Andrea will further strengthen the board.”

Goldsmith, 57, spent more than two decades at Stanford University before she was named dean of engineering and applied science at Princeton in 2020. From 2012 to 2020, Goldsmith served as the Stephen Harris Professor of Engineering and as a professor of electrical engineering at Stanford. From 2010 to 2014, Goldsmith co-founded and served as the chief technology officer at Plume WiFi (formerly Accelera Inc.), a provider of software-defined wireless networking technology. From 2005 to 2009, Goldsmith also co-founded and served as chief technology officer at Quantenna Communications (formerly mySource Communications Inc.), a producer of silicon chipsets designed for high-speed, wireless networking.

Goldsmith’s research focuses on the fundamental performance limits of wireless systems, especially with regard to 5G wireless, the mobile Internet of Things, smart grid design and the applications of communications and signal processing to biology and neuroscience.

Goldsmith has significant public company board experience. She currently serves on the boards of Medtronic and Crown Castle International. Goldsmith has served on the technical advisory boards of several private companies.

“I’m thrilled to be joining Intel’s board of directors at such an exciting time for the company. The bold strategy that Pat Gelsinger has laid out opens up the door to seemingly limitless possibilities for Intel,” said Goldsmith. “I look forward to bringing my knowledge of wireless networking technology to help shape the company’s future.”

With Goldsmith’s addition, there will be 10 board members. Intel’s Board will be comprised of 40% women and 30% of directors who are either racially or ethnically diverse.

About Intel

Intel (Nasdaq: INTC) is an industry leader, creating world-changing technology that enables global progress and enriches lives. Inspired by Moore’s Law, we continuously work to advance the design and manufacturing of semiconductors to help address our customers’ greatest challenges. By embedding intelligence in the cloud, network, edge and every kind of computing device, we unleash the potential of data to transform business and society for the better. To learn more about Intel’s innovations, go to newsroom.intel.com and intel.com.

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FAQ

Who is Andrea Goldsmith and what is her role at Intel?

Andrea Goldsmith is the dean of engineering at Princeton University and was elected to Intel's board of directors effective September 1, 2021.

What experience does Andrea Goldsmith bring to Intel?

Goldsmith has over 20 years at Stanford, co-founded two tech companies, and has extensive knowledge in wireless communications and 5G technology.

How does Andrea Goldsmith's election impact Intel's board diversity?

With Goldsmith's election, the board includes 40% women and 30% racially or ethnically diverse members, enhancing its diversity.

When was the press release about Andrea Goldsmith's election released?

The press release was issued on July 19, 2021.

What is Intel's stock symbol?

Intel's stock symbol is INTC.