Steve Lanza

About Steve Lanza

With over 20 years of global executive experience in the semiconductor industry, I have developed a critical, strategy-oriented mindset and a passion for helping others. As the Principal of Tri-Valley Advising, I leverage my expertise from Fortune 300, mid sized and small companies in finance, operations, sales, business management, and organizational development to help small and mid-sized companies achieve their goals and optimize their performance. To date, I have worked with companies in thirty different industries. In addition, I lead a high-performing group of CEOs and business leaders as a Vistage Group Leader, providing them with the space and support to share diverse insights, process challenges, and arrive at transformative solutions. I also serve as a Board Member for the Chabot Las-Positas College Board of Trustees, and as an educator at the graduate school level, sharing my business knowledge and experience with the next generation of leaders. Through these roles, I aim to make a positive impact on the families, businesses, and communities that I serve.If you\'re a CEO or business leader looking for a confidential peer group to accelerate your growth—let’s connect: s••••••••@vistagechair.com

Experience

1. CEO Business Leader Peer Advisory Group Leader - Vistage Chair

   Vistage Worldwide, Inc.

   Apr 2022 — Present · San Francisco, CA, US

   As a seasoned executive with over 20 years of global leadership experience in the semiconductor industry and beyond, I specialize in guiding CEOs and business leaders toward transformative growth. Through Tri-Valley Advising and as a Vistage Chair, I leverage my expertise in finance, operations, sales, and organizational development to help leaders refine strategies, drive operational excellence, and navigate complex challenges. My Vistage CEO Peer Advisory Group—comprised of diverse, high-performing leaders across industries in the East and South Bay Area—fosters a confidential, results-driven environment where members challenge each other, gain new perspectives, and accelerate both personal and professional success. Anchored in a growth mindset, mutual respect, and a commitment to meaningful impact, my work empowers leaders to make better decisions, achieve sustainable business success, and create lasting value for their organizations and communities.For over 60 years, Vistage has cultivated leadership excellence. With over members, Vistage is the world’s largest executive coaching organization for small and midsized businesses. Through their proven process— monthly group meetings in a confidential setting, one-to-one coaching, and speaker sessions from world-class thought leaders— members have the resources and support to maximize their potential and make a greater impact on their businesses and communities. Vistage members continue to outpace their competitors, growing 2.2x faster on average than similar-sized U.S. Companies. Better leaders. Better decisions. Better results. If you’re a CEO or business leader in the Greater Tri-Valley area, reach out to me at s••••••••@vistagechair.com to learn more about my CEO Peer Advisory group.

Education

• De Anza College

  Associate of Science (AS), Business Administration and Management, General

• GAP International

  Executive Challenge Program

  2011

• Golden Gate University

  Masters of Business Administration, Finance

• Caltech

  Certificate from Industrial Relations Center, Engineering Management

  1999 — 2001

• Lam Research Leadership Development Program

  Organizational Leadership, Strategy, Change Management, Collaboration & Communication

  2017 — 2018

• California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

  BS, Finance

Skills

• Business Development
• Negotiation
• Mergers
• Competitive Analysis
• Venture Capital
• Product Development
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Start-Ups
• Analysis
• Crm
• Engineering
• Finance
• Product Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Business Process Improvement
• Strategic Partnerships
• Semiconductors
• Leadership
• Process Improvement
• Engineering Management
• New Business Development
• Business Strategy
• Program Management
• Management
• Product Marketing
• Strategy
• Manufacturing
• Project Management
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Executive Management
• Sales
• Business Planning
• Corporate Finance
• Electronics
• Strategic Planning