A New Type of Semiconductor Company | Scott White
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In this week’s podcast, Chris Reichhelm speaks with Scott White, the co-founder and former CEO of Pragmatic Semiconductor, one of the UK’s most exciting advanced materials companies. Scott talks us through the 14-year journey, diving into everything from the dynamics of the founding team, technology and scale-up approach, engagement with potential partners & customers, raising over $400m and building a team of over 300. He also talks through how he knew it was time to pass the baton of leadership.
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Chapter
1. Introduction and Welcome (00:00:00)
2. 45.11 Leadership Transition and Reflections (00:00:00)
3. Interview with Scott White, Journey of Pragmatic Semiconductor (00:02:21)
4. Early Challenges and Team Formation (00:02:21)
5. Developing the Technology and Market Fit (00:05:10)
6. Scaling Up and Commercial Validation (00:09:57)
7. Strategic Partnership and Funding (00:16:53)
8. Balancing Technology and Market Needs (00:23:28)
9. Scaling Operations and Global Expansion (00:31:14)
10. Conclusion and Final Thoughts (00:51:31)
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