Noel Whitley
About Noel Whitley
Noel Whitley serves as General Counsel at Enevate Corporation and Vice President of Intellectual Property & Licensing at Netlist, Inc. With over 23 years of experience in the technology sector, he has a strong background in law and engineering, having worked at various prestigious firms and companies.
Current Role at Enevate Corporation
Noel Whitley has served as General Counsel at Enevate Corporation since 2019. In this role, he oversees legal matters and provides strategic guidance to the company, which is based in Irvine, California. His responsibilities include managing legal risks, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting business objectives through effective legal strategies.
Current Position at Netlist, Inc.
In addition to his role at Enevate, Noel Whitley is the Vice President of Intellectual Property & Licensing at Netlist, Inc., a position he has held since 2013. His work focuses on protecting the company's intellectual property assets and managing licensing agreements, contributing to the company’s strategic initiatives in the technology sector.
Professional Background
Noel Whitley has over 23 years of experience in the technology sector, particularly in the semiconductor, memory, and wireless industries. He began his legal career in private practice at Cooley Godward Kronish LLP and Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox. He also held the position of Vice President of Intellectual Property at Broadcom Corporation from 2002 to 2010.
Education and Expertise
Noel Whitley holds a Juris Doctor degree from The University of Texas School of Law, where he studied from 1993 to 1996. He also earned a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Texas A&M University. His strong technical background complements his legal expertise, particularly in complex litigation across international jurisdictions.
Legal and Technical Experience
Whitley has substantial experience in directing complex litigation in international jurisdictions, including Germany, China, and the Republic of Korea. His proven board-level experience and track record of leveraging legal assets to create shareholder value highlight his capability in navigating the intersection of law and technology.