Patrick Manning

About Patrick Manning

As a Global Supply Chain Senior Executive and Vice President of Commercialization & IP Licensing at PQSecure, I lead the commercialization of post-quantum cryptographic (PQC) hardware and software intellectual property, including side-channel-protected silicon IP, memory-safe software libraries, Root of Trust (RoT) modules, and Secure Enclave architectures, while shaping Tier-1 partnerships, licensing frameworks, and go-to-market strategies across defense, dual-use, and commercial semiconductor ecosystems.I am an accomplished executive within Silicon Valley’s innovation ecosystem, with deep experience building and scaling strategic relationships with Tier-1 OEMs, semiconductor leaders, hyperscalers, and venture-backed deep-tech companies. My expertise spans strategic sourcing, alliance architecture, and global supply network optimization, informed by a nuanced understanding of commodity power shifts, geopolitical risk, and product lifecycle strategy. These capabilities enable me to anticipate market inflection points and sustain competitive advantage in highly interconnected global environments.Throughout my career, I have partnered with leading technology organizations, including Apple, Microsoft, Google, LG, Foxconn, and NXP, as well as emerging innovators at the forefront of secure computing, defense, and dual-use technologies. I am recognized for translating complex technical, regulatory, and geopolitical considerations into decisive commercialization and partnership strategies that drive resilience, profitability, and long-term growth.As a forward-looking strategist and trusted advisor to executives, investors, and boards, I align supply chain, IP, and commercialization strategies with enterprise objectives to deliver measurable outcomes, strengthen market positioning, and maximize long-term shareholder value.

Experience

1. Vice President Commercial Development

   Pqsecure

   Jan 2026 — Present · US

   PQSecure develops post-quantum cryptographic (PQC) HW and SW IP, including side-channel-protected silicon IP, memory-safe software libraries (C/Rust), Root of Trust (RoT), and Secure Enclave architectures for embedded, IoT, defense, and dual-use silicon ecosystems. • Spearhead the commercial strategy and customer engagement initiatives.• Drive the expansion of strategic partnerships across semiconductors, embedded systems, and critical infrastructure. • Lead customer discovery, licensing strategy, and go-to-market (GTM) execution to scale PQSecure\'s presence.

Education

• The Wharton School

  Global Supply Chain Management

• Stanford University Graduate School of Business

  Executive Education, Digital Transformation and AI Playbook

• University of California, Berkeley

  International Business and Finance

Skills

• Channel Partners
• Mobile Technology
• Strategy
• Product Development
• Marketing Strategy
• Start-Ups
• International Business
• Business Development
• Project Management
• Executive Management
• Product Design
• Business Planning
• Product Management
• Global Business Development
• Mobile Devices
• Strategic Partnerships
• Sales Management
• New Business Development
• Consumer Electronics
• Marketing Management
• Direct Sales
• Consulting
• Entrepreneurship
• International Sales