Semtech Appoints Jason Green as Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer

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Semtech (SMTC) has appointed Jason Green as executive vice president and chief commercial officer, effective immediately. Green will lead Semtech's global sales, marketing, customer engagement, partnerships, and go-to-market strategy, reporting to CEO Hong Hou.

Green joins from Stratosphere Management, where he was managing partner advising Fortune 1000 companies. His previous roles include executive vice president and chief revenue officer at National Instruments (now Emerson) and vice president positions at Maxim Integrated (now Analog Devices). He holds a business degree from the University of Florida and completed Harvard Business School's Advanced Management Program.

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• Appointment of an experienced executive with proven track record in semiconductor industry
• Strategic hire brings expertise in business transformation and operational turnarounds
• Executive's background includes successful leadership roles at major industry players (National Instruments, Maxim Integrated)

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CAMARILLO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Semtech Corporation (Nasdaq: SMTC), a high-performance semiconductor, Internet of Things (IoT) systems and cloud connectivity service provider, today announced the appointment of Jason Green as executive vice president and chief commercial officer, effective immediately. In this role, Mr. Green will lead Semtech's global sales, marketing, customer engagement, partnerships, and go-to-market strategy. He will report directly to Hong Hou, president and chief executive officer.

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Mr. Green brings extensive experience in driving profitable growth and operational excellence across the semiconductor and technology industries. Most recently, he was managing partner at Stratosphere Management, where he advised Fortune 1000 companies on business transformation, operational turnarounds, and growth strategies. Previously, he led the go-to-market transformation at National Instruments (now part of Emerson) as executive vice president, chief revenue officer and business unit general manager, positioning the company as a market leader. Earlier in his career, Mr. Green spent two decades at Maxim Integrated (now part of Analog Devices), where he served as vice president of Americas sales and applications, global distribution, and strategic accounts, playing a pivotal role in scaling the company’s growth.

Mr. Green holds a business degree from the University of Florida and completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School. He also serves on the Advisory Council at the University of Texas McCombs School of Business and the board of the STEAM-focused learning organization, Thinkery.

"Jason's proven track record of building a high-performance culture and driving customer-focused solutions makes him the ideal leader to accelerate Semtech's next phase of growth," said Hong Hou, president and chief executive officer. "His deep industry expertise and strategic vision will be instrumental in strengthening our market position and delivering enhanced value to our customers."

"I am thrilled to join Semtech at this pivotal time in the company's journey," said Jason Green. "Semtech's innovative technology portfolio and strong market presence provide an excellent foundation for growth. I look forward to working with the talented team to expand our global footprint, deepen customer relationships, and drive sustainable growth across our target markets."

About Semtech

Semtech Corporation (Nasdaq: SMTC) is a high-performance semiconductor, IoT systems, and cloud connectivity service provider dedicated to delivering high-quality technology solutions that enable a smarter, more connected and sustainable planet. Our global teams are committed to empowering solution architects and application developers to develop breakthrough products for the infrastructure, industrial and consumer markets. To learn more about Semtech technology, visit us at Semtech.com or follow us on LinkedIn or X.

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FAQ

What role will Jason Green have at Semtech (SMTC)?

Jason Green has been appointed as executive vice president and chief commercial officer at Semtech, leading global sales, marketing, customer engagement, partnerships, and go-to-market strategy.

What was Jason Green's previous position before joining Semtech (SMTC)?

Before joining Semtech, Jason Green was managing partner at Stratosphere Management, where he advised Fortune 1000 companies on business transformation and growth strategies.

What is Jason Green's experience in the semiconductor industry?

Green has extensive semiconductor industry experience, including executive roles at National Instruments (as EVP and CRO) and two decades at Maxim Integrated as VP of Americas sales and applications.

Who will Jason Green report to at Semtech (SMTC)?

Jason Green will report directly to Hong Hou, who serves as Semtech's president and chief executive officer.