Semiconductor Industry Association Appoints Dr. Lisa Su as Chair, Signaling Transformative Leadership in Chip Manufacturing
November 20, 2025 | Semiconductor Industry Leadership | Global Chip Manufacturing Competition
By Technology & Industry Analyst
Semiconductor Sector Expert
Focus: Semiconductor manufacturing, industry leadership, global competition
Dr. Lisa Su, Chair and CEO of AMD Inc., was elected Chair of the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) Board of Directors on November 20, 2025. This appointment highlights her as a powerful leader poised to steer the US semiconductor industry amidst intense global competition for chip manufacturing dominance.
Dr. Lisa Su's Leadership Background
- CEO of AMD, instrumental in transforming the company into a global leader in high-performance and AI-specialized chips
- Over 30 years' experience in semiconductor innovation and leadership
- Known for advocating policies that promote growth, innovation, and supply chain resilience in the chip sector
- Experienced in overseeing AMD's strategic pivot into AI and data center processors, making her an influential figure in semiconductor industry trends
Significance of SIA Leadership Change
- SIA represents 99% of US semiconductor industry revenue and about two-thirds of non-US chip firms
- Chairperson role critical for guiding policies on American innovation, economic growth, and national security related to chip manufacturing
- Industry faces challenges like global supply shortages, technological competition from Taiwan, South Korea, and China
- Dr. Su’s leadership expected to influence congressional policy initiatives and international cooperation efforts to maintain American chip leadership
- Emphasis on innovation in design, manufacturing, packaging, and artificial intelligence chip development
Global Semiconductor Industry Competition
The semiconductor industry is a cornerstone of technological advancement powering AI, telecommunications, consumer electronics, automotive sectors, and more. United States, Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, and China dominate chip manufacturing, but supply chain risks and geopolitical tensions underscore the critical need for resilient and innovative leadership.
- Taiwan and TSMC control majority of cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing
- South Korea and Japan focus on memory and specialty chips, as well as equipment
- China investing heavily to build domestic capacity amid US trade restrictions
- US prioritizes innovation, advanced packaging, AI chip development, and regulatory support to maintain leadership
- Industry consolidation accelerating, with mergers and acquisitions focusing on IP, AI integration, and automotive semiconductors
SIA Board Composition for 2025
| Name | Company | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Lisa Su | AMD, Inc. | Chair of the SIA Board |
| Vincent Roche | Analog Devices, Inc. | Vice Chair |
| Mark Brazeal | Broadcom | Chief Legal Officer |
| David Goeckeler | Qualcomm Incorporated | Board Member |
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Sources:
- Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) official press release, November 20, 2025
- Industry analysis from SIA website and latest semiconductor news briefs
