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Mark Adams

AddedMar 31, 2024

UpdatedMay 31, 2026

Mark Adams

Mark Adams

Board Member, Cadence Design Systems

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Mark Adams's Career

Cadence Design Systems

Cadence Design Systems

San Jose, CA, US

Board Member· Board

Seagate

Cupertino, CA, US

Board Member· Board

Penguin Solutions

Penguin Solutions

Milpitas, CA, US

Board Member· Board

Whistle Sports

New York City, NY, US

Board Member· Board

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Cadence Design Systems

Cadence Design Systems

Public10.5k1988San Jose, CA, US

Board Member· Board

Leadership at Cadence Design Systems

James PlummerBoard Member

Anirudh DevganBoard Member

John ShovenBoard Member

Lewis ChewBoard Member

Ita BrennanBoard Member

Young SohnBoard Member

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Chip Path Design Systems Inc. specializes in manufacturing and designing semiconductor chips for various electronics.

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Seagate

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Edward ZanderBoard Member

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UK-based Raidtec Corporation is a leading developer of storage technology and IT services.

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Leading US server manufacturer providing high-performance servers, software, and storage solutions globally.

Penguin Solutions

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Mark PapermasterBoard Member

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Whistle Sports

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