Stephen Manetta

Stephen Manetta is a seasoned intellectual property professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across various organizations. Currently serving as Chief Intellectual Property Officer at Hitachi since May 2022, Stephen previously held the position of Chief Executive Officer at Schneider Electric Services International where responsibilities included managing operations, advising the Executive Board, and overseeing strategic plans. Prior roles at Schneider Electric involved serving as Vice President and Global Director of IP, where oversight of global intellectual property functions was a key focus. Earlier career experiences include counseling at Chadbourne & Parke LLP, heading the Intellectual Property Department at GE Oil & Gas, and being a partner at Morgan & Finnegan. Stephen's career began as a Senior Systems Engineer at Sikorsky Aircraft. Educational credentials include a JD from Villanova University and a B.E.E.E. in Electrical Engineering from Manhattan University.