Stefan Tamme
About Stefan Tamme
Stefan Tamme serves as the VP of Corporate Development at Rambus, bringing over 20 years of experience in the technology sector, particularly in electronics and semiconductors. He has a strong background in complex negotiations, strategic alliances, and intellectual property management.
Work at Rambus
Stefan Tamme has held multiple roles at Rambus since 2004. He is currently the VP of Corporate Development, a position he has occupied since 2019. Prior to this role, he served as VP of Global Licensing and IP Strategy from 2015 to 2023. He also worked as Vice President of IP Strategy from 2012 to 2015 and as Sr. Director of IP Strategy & Licensing from 2008 to 2012. His tenure at Rambus has been marked by a focus on strategic alliances and complex negotiations within the technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Stefan Tamme possesses a diverse educational background. He earned an MBA from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School in 2007. He also completed the Executive Program for Growing Companies at Stanford University Graduate School of Business in 1999. Additionally, he participated in the Harvard Negotiation Master Class at Harvard Law School in 2018. Tamme holds a Dipl.-Ing. (MSEE) in Microelectronics from Leibniz Universität Hannover, which he completed from 1986 to 1992. His education complements his expertise in negotiations, strategic alliances, and intellectual property management.
Background
Stefan Tamme has over 20 years of experience in the technology sector, specifically in electronics, semiconductors, and intellectual property. He began his career at AXYS Design Automation, Inc. (now part of Arm), where he served as VP Worldwide Marketing & Sales from 1998 to 2002. His roles at Rambus have included Director of Sales and Global Business Enablement from 2004 to 2008, showcasing his extensive background in sales and business strategy.
Achievements
Stefan Tamme has a proven track record in patent licensing and intellectual property management. His expertise in major account sales and sales channel development has contributed to his success in various leadership roles. His strong background in corporate and business strategy, particularly regarding mergers and acquisitions, has positioned him as a key player in the technology sector.