JAMES ‘JIMMY P’ PETERSON
EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN
MOBIX LABS
WHY: Longtime area business leader developing semiconductors for 5G wireless communications; backs Irvine-based chip and 5G startup Mobix Labs; previously led Microsemi, which was acquired by Microchip Technology for $10.3B.
IN THE NEWS: Mobix said in September it had filed a Form 425 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission formally announcing its intention to commence a hostile exchange offer to acquire all outstanding shares of Peraso Inc.
NOTABLE: In 2021, was appointed as executive chairman of Mobix Labs. The company went public in December 2023.
QUOTABLE: “Peterson’s extensive experience and leadership in the semiconductor industry significantly contribute to Mobix Labs’ mission to advance 5G wireless technology solutions.” — the company says.
