Jack Artman

Overall management responsibility for Accounting, Controlling, Treasury and Finance, Tax, Manufacturing Operations Finance, Compliance, Internal Controls, Business Continuity (incl. Facilities, Corporate Security, Data Protection, Information Security, Export Control, Environment and Sustainability), Sales and Marketing Excellence, Commissions, Government Funding and IT in the North American and South American regions. Additionally, appointed CFO of acquired public company Cypress Semiconductor.

Responsible for preparing KKR’s exit strategy by inorganically growing the company’s scope and scale, developing the strategic direction and formulating the equity story. Owned the finance team for M&A transactions.

Responsible for creating and implementing value-creating growth strategies across the company’s portfolio, leading inorganic efforts to drive digital transformation of the Group from a Broadcaster to a Digital Entertainment and Commerce Champion, developing and institutionalizing deal sourcing channels, deepening the Private Equity network, standardizing investment practices, deal execution and facilitating cultural shift to “operative” thinking.

Comprised of leading semiconductor executives in EMEA region; members include companies throughout the supply chain representing 30 countries worldwide (www.gsaglobal.org). Helped accelerate the growth and increase ROI of the global semiconductor industry by fostering a more effective ecosystem through collaboration, integration and innovation.

Technology driven, independent, nonprofit organization geared to promote innovation and Entrepreneurship (www.munichnetwork.com). Helped link strong global companies, established medium-sized companies and ambitious new technology ventures with research establishments, investors, financial service companies, consulting firms and entrepreneurs.

Responsible for developing and implementing the global M&A and minority investment strategy in support of corporate transformation from Memory and Communications to Power and Semiconductor Solutions. Advised on key corporate initiatives, including Corporate Strategy, Innovation, IP landscaping, Legal Structure, Go-To-Market Models and Corporate Identity

Responsible for valuation analysis, financial modeling and due diligence; coverage included semiconductor devices, semiconductor equipment, fiber optics and software

Specialty in Signals Intelligence with training in cryptology, communications theory and systems; developed deep understanding of the defense industry, extensive experience in personnel leadership/development and experience presenting to diplomat-level audiences