Chris Portelli Hale

Chris Portelli Hale possesses extensive experience in the semiconductor industry, primarily with STMicroelectronics, where key roles span from Senior Test & Product Engineer to Operational Programs Director for Front-End Manufacturing and Technology R&D. Since August 2008, Chris has directed Operational Programs at Wafer Probe Manufacturing across six sites in Europe and Asia, along with participation in various committees, including the SEMI Committee and ITRS committee. Previous roles include leadership positions focused on test engineering and strategy, managing teams dedicated to improving manufacturing processes, and serving on significant industry committees, underlining a robust background in technical improvement and risk management in semiconductor manufacturing. Chris holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electronics from the University of Malta.