Henry Samueli
Henry Samueli
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Full name: Henry Samueli
Known professionally as: Dr. Henry T. Samueli
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on December 2, 1954
Still active in various pursuits; no notable passing reported.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American businessman and engineer
As co-founder of Broadcom Corporation, a leading developer of semiconductor solutions for wired and wireless communications, Dr. Samueli's expertise lies at the intersection of technology and innovation.
Early Life and Background
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Henry Samueli was born in 1954 to Jewish parents, whose family emigrated from Poland to the United States in the early 20th century. Growing up in the Los Angeles area, Samueli demonstrated a keen interest in science and mathematics from an early age.
He pursued higher education at the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned his Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences. Subsequently, Dr. Samueli went on to secure his Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University, followed by a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford as well.
Major Accomplishments
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Co-founder of Broadcom Corporation (1991)
Led the development of numerous groundbreaking technologies, including Wi-Fi and Ethernet chips
Served as President and CEO of Broadcom from 1995 to 2003
Key figure in creating the first dual-mode wireless chip
Notable Works or Actions
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During his tenure at Broadcom, Dr. Samueli spearheaded the company's expansion into emerging markets, significantly contributing to its growth and success. His dedication to innovation has led to numerous patents and awards recognizing his contributions to technology.
Impact and Legacy
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Dr. Henry T. Samueli's influence extends far beyond his professional achievements. As a pioneer in wireless communication technologies, he paved the way for widespread adoption of mobile devices and internet connectivity.
Through his entrepreneurial endeavors, Dr. Samueli has created thousands of jobs globally and contributed significantly to the advancement of technology. His legacy as a visionary leader in the tech industry continues to inspire generations of innovators.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Visionary leadership: Dr. Samueli's entrepreneurial spirit, innovative thinking, and strategic vision have made him a respected figure within the tech community.
Pioneering contributions: His work on wireless communication technologies has had a profound impact on modern society, transforming the way people connect and interact with each other.
With his unique blend of technical expertise and business acumen, Dr. Henry T. Samueli's impact on the world of technology continues to be felt, making him an enduring figure in the industry.
Quotes by Henry Samueli
The high-tech business, the semiconductor business, it's very competitive. You're out there every day slugging it out, no different from players slugging it out on the ice.
Innovators are developing the ideas and bringing them to life in amazing new applications. All we, as an industry, need to do now is focus on standardizing the interfaces to ensure interoperability - and stand out of the way.
The big advancement in our BCM7445 home gateway chip is that it uses the next-generation compression technology called HEVC - High-Efficiency Video Coding.
For me, it's almost a 24/7 process. It's not like I only think when I'm in the office sitting at my desk.
You're not going to see a wholesale switch over to all 4K by 2K. It will start with one, two, three, four channels, just like high definition (HD) when it was first introduced.
You would rather pay $50 a month for a cable modem than a free voiceband modem because of the attractiveness of that broadband connection.
Once you used a computer with a broadband connection, you knew you would never be able go back to the old voiceband modem connection - even if it was free.
You have to want to put a competitive, Stanley Cup-caliber team on the ice in contrast to wanting to hopefully someday financially break even. So you have to really balance expenses with revenue.
Just getting young kids excited about hockey, then they'll want to skate, they'll want to start joining junior leagues, they'll want to play in high school, etc., so we're trying to expand at all levels. That's good for the sport, and it's good for the Ducks long term.