Robert Blake
About Robert Blake
Robert Blake serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Achronix Semiconductor Corporation, where he has focused on high-performance data acceleration chips for AI and 5G infrastructure since 2011. With over 25 years of experience in the semiconductor industry, he has held various leadership roles, including Vice President of Product Planning at Altera and CEO at Octasic Semiconductor.
Current Role at Achronix Semiconductor Corporation
Robert Blake has served as the Chief Executive Officer of Achronix Semiconductor Corporation since 2011. In this role, he has been instrumental in steering the company's focus on high-performance data acceleration chips tailored for artificial intelligence and machine learning applications, as well as 5G wireless infrastructure. He oversees the development of data center acceleration cards and the licensing of intellectual property and tools for system-on-chip (SoC) and application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) designs. Under his leadership, Achronix has positioned itself as a leader in high-speed networking applications.
Previous Experience in the Semiconductor Industry
Robert Blake has over 25 years of experience in the semiconductor industry. Prior to his current position, he held various roles at Altera, including Vice President of Product Planning, where he contributed to sales, marketing, and general management. He also worked at LSI Logic as both Design Center Manager and Marketing Manager for Advanced Products from 1985 to 1992. Additionally, he served as Chief Executive Officer at Octasic Semiconductor, further enhancing his expertise in the field.
Educational Background
Robert Blake studied at the University of Durham from 1981 to 1984, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Applied Physics and Electronics. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Engineering in Business and Microelectronics. This academic foundation has supported his extensive career in the semiconductor industry, particularly in areas related to ASIC technology and programmable logic.
Expertise in ASIC and Programmable Logic Development
With over 17 years of experience in developing ASIC and programmable logic for high-speed telecommunications and network applications, Robert Blake has established a strong technical background. His work has involved the development of advanced technologies that support the growing demands of high-speed data processing and networking, contributing to the evolution of the semiconductor landscape.