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David O'Connor

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Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at SMART USA Institute
📍 Hillsboro, Oregon, United States

David OConnor is the Chief Commercial Officer at SMART USA Institute, leading the commercialization of digital twin innovations for the US semiconductor industry. An alumnus of Cornell and Carnegie Mellon with AI certifications, he has extensive experience in technology commercialization, product management, and orchestrating complex negotiations. People who have worked with him describe him as clear-headed and effective.

David is a crypto enthusiast with deep professional experience in the blockchain space. He previously led the product line and strategy for Intel’s cryptocurrency mining ASIC and software business, demonstrating a strong interest in the practical application and growth of blockchain technologies.

He spearheaded the development of Intels blockchain acceleration ASIC business, generating over $50 million in revenue within the first six months.

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Experience
7 Years
Current Role
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Hillsboro, Oregon, United States
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Semiconductor Industry
As CCO of SMART USA Institute, his primary focus is on advancing and strengthening the US semiconductor industry through innovation and commercialization.
Digital Twin Tech
He is actively promoting the adoption of digital twin technology to enhance American semiconductor manufacturing, a central theme in his recent activities.
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Career

Work history

4-2025
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
SMART USA Institute
4-2025
Corporate University Research - Intel Labs
Intel Corporation
9-2023 - 4-2025
Strategic Business Development Director, Client Computing Group
Intel Corporation
12-2021 - 9-2023
Product and Business Director Intel Blockscale Technology, Datacenter and AI Group
Intel Corporation
Advisory Board Member
Nouvola
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Education
1995 - 1997
MBA
Carnegie Mellon University - Tepper School of Business
BS
Cornell University
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