Faraz Ali
VP, Head of Automotive & Industrial Business Development Digital Gan Power Electronics @Wise-Integration
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WORK HISTORY
VP, Head of Automotive & Industrial Business Development Digital Gan Power Electronics @Wise-Integration
Munich, DE
With over 20 years of experience in power electronics, semiconductor sales, and automotive partnerships, I have worked closely with OEMs, Tier-1s, emerging players and ecosystem partners to accelerate the shift to high-efficiency, compact, and scalable power solutions.In my current role, I am-Leading strategy for Digital GaN/WBG power adoption in automotive electrification,(HEVx, BEVx, OBC, DC-DC, Msc. Platforms)-Developing OEM, Tier-1s and emerging players partnerships, driving design-wins-Scaling Go-to-Market strategy and securing industry alliances.
EDUCATION
NED University of Engineering and Technology
Bachelor's degree, Electrical Engineering
FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Hamburg University of Technology
Master of Science (M.Sc.), Microelectronics & Microsystems
ABOUT FARAZ ALI
I am a senior business development executive and technology leader with over 20 years of global experience driving growth, scaling innovation, and shaping market strategies in the semiconductors, power electronics, automotive, telecom, industrial, energy storage, and renewable energy sectors.With a career spanning startups, established OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, distributors, and leading semiconductor companies, I bring a comprehensive perspective of the entire value chain—from R&D and product development to commercialization, customer engagement, and ecosystem growth.In my current role as Vice President of Business Development at a disruptive GaN (Gallium Nitride) semiconductor startup, I lead strategic partnerships, global business development, and market adoption initiatives to bring advanced power solutions to high-performance industries.Holding a PhD in Electrical Engineering (RF Microelectronics) and having built a diverse career in R&D, application engineering, FAE, key account management, marketing, and sales leadership, I am passionate about bridging technology and business impact. I excel in navigating complex ecosystems, building trusted relationships, and driving growth strategies that deliver results in fast-paced, innovation-driven environments.Core Competencies & Expertise• Business Development & Market Strategy • Power Electronics, GaN, SiC, RF, Connectivity & Communication Solutions,Processors & Cutting edge passives• Automotive & Industrial Technology Markets• Energy Storage & Renewable Energy Segments• Strategic Partnerships & Ecosystem Development• Product Marketing, Sales Enablement & Key Account Growth• Field Application Engineering, Technical & Business Marketing • Technology Commercialization & Startup ScalingMy career is fueled by a commitment to turning breakthrough engineering into scalable market success while helping organizations thrive in a rapidly evolving electrification, digitalization, communications and accompanying semiconductors & electronics technology landscape.
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