Neric Fong
About Neric Fong
Neric Fong serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Privoro, where he has worked since 2017, focusing on advanced technologies such as secure communications and machine learning. He has a strong background in engineering and academia, with previous roles at MediaTek, The University of Hong Kong, and Marvell Semiconductor.
Work at Privoro
Neric Fong has served as Chief Technology Officer at Privoro since 2017. In this role, he provides strategic vision and execution for the company's enabling technologies. His responsibilities include overseeing the development of audio, visual, and RF protections, secure communications, machine learning applications, and RF spectrum analytics. Under his leadership, Privoro has advanced its technological capabilities to enhance security and privacy solutions.
Previous Experience in Technology Management
Before joining Privoro, Neric Fong worked at MediaTek as a Senior Technical Manager from 2010 to 2017. During his tenure in the San Francisco Bay Area, he contributed to various projects that focused on advancing technology in the semiconductor industry. Prior to MediaTek, he held the position of Staff Design Engineer at Marvell Semiconductor from 2006 to 2010, where he was involved in design engineering efforts.
Academic Background and Teaching Roles
Neric Fong earned his PhD in Electrical Engineering from Carleton University, where he studied from 1997 to 2002. He also served as an Adjunct Research Professor at Carleton University from 2003 to 2011. Additionally, he was an Honorary Assistant Professor at The University of Hong Kong from 2009 to 2016, where he contributed to academic research and education in the field of engineering.
Achievements in Technology Development
Neric Fong has led significant technological advancements, including the development of RF chipsets that have shipped over 150 million units annually. His work has been recognized with best paper awards at several technical symposiums, highlighting his contributions to the field of electrical engineering and technology.