Kit Rodgers
About Kit Rodgers
Kit Rodgers serves as the Senior Vice President of Technology Partnerships and Corporate Development at Rambus. With a background in engineering and extensive experience in business development, he has held various leadership roles in technology companies, including Cryptography Research Inc. and Rambus.
Current Role at Rambus
Kit Rodgers serves as the Senior Vice President of Technology Partnerships and Corporate Development at Rambus. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in technology partnerships and corporate growth. His role involves overseeing various aspects of technology collaboration and development, aligning with Rambus's objectives in the semiconductor and security sectors.
Previous Experience at Rambus
Rodgers has extensive experience at Rambus, having worked in several key roles. He was the Senior Vice President of Worldwide Sales, Licensing, and Technology Partnerships from 2015 to 2018. Prior to that, he served as the Vice President of Business Development and Licensing from 2011 to 2014, and as Senior Vice President of Licensing and Technology Partnerships from 2014 to 2015. His tenure at Rambus has spanned various leadership positions, focusing on business development and licensing strategies.
Experience at Cryptography Research Inc.
Since 2011, Kit Rodgers has been involved with Cryptography Research Inc., which was later acquired by Rambus. He has held multiple roles, including CEO, President, and Chairman of the Board. His leadership at Cryptography Research has been significant in shaping the company's direction and integrating its operations with Rambus.
Education and Expertise
Kit Rodgers studied at Stanford University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering: Product Design from 1992 to 1996 and a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering: Engineering Management from 1996 to 1998. His educational background provides a strong foundation in engineering principles and management, which supports his roles in technology and business development.
Early Career Experience
Rodgers began his career as a Business Analyst at Scient from 1998 to 2000. He also worked at Stanford University in a role related to Stanford Athletics from 1996 to 1998. Additionally, he served as Vice President of Business Development & Licensing at Cryptography Research Inc. from 2003 to 2011, where he focused on strategic partnerships and licensing agreements.