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Future Proofing Access to Diverse Talent in the Semiconductor Industry

The European Chips Diversity Alliance is excited to invite industry leaders, researchers, and professionals to a full-day event, organized by our partners Learnovate, MIDAS Ireland and EudaOrg, focused on DEI in the semiconductor industry on March 27th, 2025.

Hosted at Dublin City University, this gathering featured engaging discussions, industry insights, and interactive workshops designed to advance workforce diversity and strengthen talent pipelines across Europe.

This event was not just about discussion — it was about action. Participants were part of a growing movement shaping the future of a more inclusive semiconductor industry.

Event Information

Date: March 27th, 2025

Location: Dublin City University

Registration for this event is now closed.

Agenda

Morning Sessions

10:00 – Registration

10:30 – Welcome & Introduction

  • John Blake, General Manager, MIDAS Ireland

10:35 – Introduction to Midas

10:45 – Introduction to SEMI Europe

  • Laith Altimime, President, SEMI Europe

11:00 – European Chips Diversity Alliance Overview

  • Reviliani Gani, Senior Manager of Diversity and Workforce Development, SEMI Europe

11:20 – Empowering Progress: DEI in Tech

  • Aileen Kelly O’ Sullivan, Staff Engineering Ops and Culture Ambassador, Qualcomm
  • Caroline Sasia, Executive VP Comms and Marketing, Soitec
  • Rachel O’ Neill, Associate Manager for DEI, Regeneron
  • Louis Cheng, Rewards, Analytics & Talent Solutions Partner at Merck Group

12:00 – Expert Panel Discussion

12:40 – Lunch Break

Afternoon Sessions

1:40 – Industry Research Insights

  • Nessa Maguire, Founder, EudaOrg

2:05 – Upskilling for Inclusion: Introducing DEI Talent Suite

  • Janka Kottulová, Researcher and Project Manager, Comenius University Bratislava
  • Stephan Schmuck, Senior Lecturer University, Equity and Inclusion, ESCP Europe

2:30 – Chip In! From Research to Reality

  • Richard Harte, UX Specialist
  • Janet Benson, Learning Lead & Senior Researcher, Learnovate

3:00 – Spotlight on Irish Initiatives

  • DCU STEM Teacher Internship Programme – Eilish McLoughlin, Associate Professor, Dublin City University
  • Jeanne McDonagh, CEO, Open Doors Initiative
  • WEI Transition Year Programme Initiative – Margaret Spillane, onsemi
  • WE Step Up – Krystyna Dimtchev, Council and Executive Board Member, Engineers Ireland
  • TrailblazeHER – Claire MacNamee, Head of Enterprise Engagement, VP Partnerships and Engagement, TU Dublin

3:50 – Closing Remarks

  • Isabella Drolz, Vice President of Marketing & Product Strategy, Comet AG’s X-Ray Systems Division

4:00 – Reception & Networking