During this episode, Santosh is joined by Matthew Putman, Co-Founder and CEO of Nanotronics, a company providing customized solutions for automated optical inspection, process control, and security. During the conversation, Santosh and Matthew explore the current state and future of semiconductor manufacturing in the U.S., emphasizing the challenges and opportunities. Matthew shares his unique journey from a background in theater and music to leading innovations in semiconductor manufacturing. Key topics include the implications of the CHIPS Act, the concept of "cube fabs," the importance of reskilling the workforce, the transformative role of AI in manufacturing, the need for creativity and adaptability in the industry, and so much more.
Highlights from their conversation include:
- Matthew’s Background and Journey Into Manufacturing (0:41)
- The State of Semiconductor Manufacturing (4:33)
- Impact of the CHIPS Act (7:01)
- Reskilling the Workforce (11:17)
- Critique of the CHIPS Act Funding (13:00)
- Opportunities in Manufacturing Technology (17:58)
- Collaboration Between Academia and Industry (20:46)
- Risks of Diversifying Semiconductor Production (23:18)
- The Value of AI in Manufacturing (25:10)
- Creativity in Business and Music (26:11)
- Science and Engineering Thought Processes (28:10)
- Impact of Upcoming Elections on Manufacturing (29:33)
- Labor Shortage Perspectives (30:00)
- Final Thoughts and Takeaways (30:31)
About The Future of Supply Chain
During each episode of The Future of Supply Chain, we sit down with a different entrepreneur, investor, or industry veteran to discuss their story, views on the industry, and how we can collectively build the future of supply chain together. Listen to more episodes at https://www.dynamo.vc/podcasts.
About Dynamo Ventures
Dynamo Ventures is a pre-seed and seed stage fund that invests in supply chain and mobility startups, worldwide.