Honorary Advisor – ADVAIT Center of Excellence
Global Semiconductor Industry Leader | Strategic Advisor | Technology & Business Development Executive
Shao-Li Chu is a global semiconductor and advanced technology executive with over 30 years of leadership experience across semiconductor manufacturing, advanced packaging, equipment technologies, industrial safety systems, and international business development across Asia and North America.
He currently serves as Executive Vice President at Komodo Fire Systems, Inc., where he leads international sales and advanced technology development initiatives focused on fire protection solutions for high-risk, mission-critical industries, including semiconductors, infrastructure, energy, and defense.
Current Leadership Focus
At Komodo Fire Systems, Inc., he is responsible for expanding global market presence and advancing next-generation fire safety technologies, including fire retardants and specialized protection systems for industrial environments.
The company serves key customers including:
- PG&E
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security (Border Patrol)
- Samsung
- Leading semiconductor and infrastructure partners globally
He is also actively engaged with TSMC, supporting the implementation of advanced fire safety measures for semiconductor fabrication facilities, including rooftop and facility-level protection systems.
Industry Experience
Shao-Li Chu has held senior leadership roles across major semiconductor and technology companies, including:
- Pivotal Systems Corporation (Director of Operations, Asia)
- Veeco PSP
- Solid State Equipment Corporation (SSEC)
- August Technology
- BOC Edwards
- SubMicron Systems Corporation
- Systems Chemistry Incorporated
Across these roles, he established and scaled operations across Taiwan, China, Korea, Singapore, and Japan, building strong regional sales channels and long-term strategic partnerships.
Core Expertise
- Semiconductor manufacturing & process technology
- Advanced packaging & MEMS
- Compound semiconductors & telecommunications
- Semiconductor equipment systems
- Global sales strategy & business development
- Industrial safety & mission-critical systems
- Asia-Pacific market expansion & operations leadership
Industry Relationships
He has worked closely with leading global technology companies, including:
TSMC, UMC, Samsung, SMIC, Amkor, WIN Semiconductor, Qorvo, HiSilicon, CETC, Sanan, EPCOS, and others.
His work bridges deep technical understanding with commercial execution, enabling scalable growth, operational efficiency, and cross-border partnerships.
Education
- M.S. Electrical Engineering (Computer Engineering), University of Southern California
- B.S. Electrical Engineering (Control Engineering), National Chiao Tung University, Taiwan
Awards & Recognition
- Veeco Instruments Sales Award (2016)
- Solid State Equipment Corporation Salesman of the Year Award (2012)
- SubMicron Systems Outstanding Performance Award (1996)
Languages
English | Mandarin | Taiwanese
Academic & Advisory Engagement
As Honorary Advisor at the ADVAIT Center of Excellence, he contributes to semiconductor education, industry-academia collaboration, innovation ecosystems, and workforce development, supporting the next generation of global semiconductor talent.