AMD (NYSE:AMD) today announced that Mario Rivas has been promoted
to executive vice president of Computing Products Group (CPG). In this
role, Rivas will be responsible for driving the development, strategy
and management for AMD's broad and growing portfolio of consumer and
commercial microprocessor solutions. Rivas will report to the Office
of the CEO, comprised of Hector Ruiz, chairman and chief executive
officer and Dirk Meyer, president and chief operating officer. Rivas
brings more than 25 years of semiconductor management experience to
this strategic position. He joined AMD in 2005 and most recently
headed AMD's Office of Strategy Management, where he led the company's
strategic planning process. Dirk Meyer had been acting executive vice
president of CPG since his promotion to President and COO in January
2006.
"Since joining AMD, Mario has played an instrumental role in
formalizing and driving improved business processes, while developing
new technology strategies in areas such as wireless," said Dirk Meyer.
"His tremendous leadership experience, business and technology acumen,
and operational skills make him uniquely suited to lead our
microprocessor business and drive continued leadership in 2007 and
beyond as AMD continues to redefine the industry as the processing
powerhouse."
"I am honored and excited to assume this new leadership position,"
said Rivas. "New product architectures and unique technology
initiatives slated for 2007 provide AMD a significant opportunity to
drive the next wave of customer-centric innovation for our
microprocessor business. I look forward to applying my skills to help
AMD capitalize on these opportunities and drive increased value to our
customers."
Prior to AMD, Rivas led Philips Semiconductor's communication
business. He also held numerous management positions in Motorola's
semiconductor and communications business sectors.
Rivas holds a bachelors degree in electrical engineering from the
University of Central America in El Salvador, and master's degrees in
electrical engineering and in management, both from Rensselaer
Polytechnic Institute.
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