Synaptics Names Rahul Patel as President and Chief Executive Officer
Synaptics (SYNA) has appointed Rahul Patel as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding interim CEO Ken Rizvi, who will continue as CFO. Patel brings over 30 years of semiconductor industry experience, most recently serving as SVP and Group General Manager at Qualcomm's Connectivity, Broadband, & Networking Group, where he managed a multi-billion-dollar portfolio. Prior to his decade at Qualcomm, he spent 13 years at Broadcom in senior leadership roles, including as SVP of the Wireless Connectivity Group.
Patel's expertise lies in high-performance Edge-AI wireless connectivity solutions for various devices and IoT applications. His appointment aims to accelerate Synaptics' growth and innovation in Processing, Connectivity, and Sensing solutions.
Synaptics (SYNA) ha nominato Rahul Patel come nuovo Presidente e Amministratore Delegato, succedendo all'amministratore delegato ad interim Ken Rizvi, che continuerà a ricoprire il ruolo di CFO. Patel vanta oltre 30 anni di esperienza nell'industria dei semiconduttori, avendo recentemente ricoperto il ruolo di SVP e Group General Manager presso il Connectivity, Broadband & Networking Group di Qualcomm, dove gestiva un portafoglio multimiliardario. Prima del suo decennio in Qualcomm, ha trascorso 13 anni in Broadcom in ruoli di alta dirigenza, incluso quello di SVP del Wireless Connectivity Group.
L'esperienza di Patel si concentra su soluzioni wireless Edge-AI ad alte prestazioni per diversi dispositivi e applicazioni IoT. La sua nomina ha l'obiettivo di accelerare la crescita e l'innovazione di Synaptics nelle soluzioni di Processing, Connectivity e Sensing.
Synaptics (SYNA) ha designado a Rahul Patel como su nuevo Presidente y Director Ejecutivo, sustituyendo al CEO interino Ken Rizvi, quien continuará como CFO. Patel aporta más de 30 años de experiencia en la industria de semiconductores, habiendo desempeñado recientemente el cargo de SVP y Gerente General de Grupo en el Connectivity, Broadband & Networking Group de Qualcomm, donde gestionó una cartera multimillonaria. Antes de su década en Qualcomm, pasó 13 años en Broadcom en puestos de alta dirección, incluido como SVP del Wireless Connectivity Group.
La experiencia de Patel se centra en soluciones inalámbricas Edge-AI de alto rendimiento para diversos dispositivos y aplicaciones IoT. Su nombramiento busca acelerar el crecimiento e innovación de Synaptics en soluciones de Procesamiento, Conectividad y Sensores.
Synaptics (SYNA)는 Rahul Patel을 신임 사장 겸 최고경영자(CEO)로 임명했으며, 임시 CEO였던 Ken Rizvi는 CFO로 계속 재직합니다. Patel은 반도체 산업에서 30년 이상의 경력을 보유하고 있으며, 최근 Qualcomm의 Connectivity, Broadband & Networking 그룹에서 SVP 겸 그룹 총괄 매니저로 근무하며 수십억 달러 규모의 포트폴리오를 관리했습니다. Qualcomm에서 10년 근무하기 전에는 Broadcom에서 13년간 고위 리더십 역할을 맡았으며, Wireless Connectivity 그룹의 SVP로도 활동했습니다.
Patel의 전문성은 다양한 기기와 IoT 애플리케이션을 위한 고성능 Edge-AI 무선 연결 솔루션에 있습니다. 그의 임명은 Synaptics의 프로세싱, 연결성 및 센싱 솔루션 분야에서 성장과 혁신을 가속화하는 데 목적이 있습니다.
Synaptics (SYNA) a nommé Rahul Patel comme nouveau Président et Directeur Général, succédant au PDG par intérim Ken Rizvi, qui restera Directeur Financier. Patel possède plus de 30 ans d'expérience dans l'industrie des semi-conducteurs, ayant récemment occupé le poste de SVP et Directeur Général du groupe Connectivity, Broadband & Networking chez Qualcomm, où il gérait un portefeuille de plusieurs milliards de dollars. Avant ses dix années chez Qualcomm, il a passé 13 ans chez Broadcom dans des postes de direction, notamment en tant que SVP du Wireless Connectivity Group.
L'expertise de Patel réside dans les solutions de connectivité sans fil Edge-AI haute performance pour divers appareils et applications IoT. Sa nomination vise à accélérer la croissance et l'innovation de Synaptics dans les solutions de traitement, connectivité et détection.
Synaptics (SYNA) hat Rahul Patel zum neuen Präsidenten und Chief Executive Officer ernannt und löst damit den interimistischen CEO Ken Rizvi ab, der weiterhin als CFO tätig sein wird. Patel bringt über 30 Jahre Erfahrung in der Halbleiterindustrie mit, zuletzt als SVP und Group General Manager bei Qualcomms Connectivity, Broadband & Networking Group, wo er ein milliardenschweres Portfolio leitete. Vor seiner zehnjährigen Tätigkeit bei Qualcomm war er 13 Jahre lang in leitenden Positionen bei Broadcom tätig, unter anderem als SVP der Wireless Connectivity Group.
Patels Expertise liegt in hochleistungsfähigen Edge-AI-Wireless-Konnektivitätslösungen für verschiedene Geräte und IoT-Anwendungen. Seine Ernennung soll das Wachstum und die Innovation von Synaptics in den Bereichen Processing, Connectivity und Sensing beschleunigen.
- Appointment of an experienced semiconductor industry veteran with 30+ years of leadership experience
- Strong expertise in wireless connectivity and IoT solutions, aligning with Synaptics' focus areas
- Proven track record managing multi-billion-dollar portfolios at industry leaders Qualcomm and Broadcom
- Successful experience in product innovation and market expansion in relevant technology segments
- Potential adjustment period during leadership transition
- Third CEO change in recent months (considering interim CEO appointment in February 2025)
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Rahul Patel's appointment as CEO brings valuable connectivity expertise to Synaptics, potentially strengthening their market position amid industry transitions.
Synaptics' appointment of Rahul Patel as CEO represents a strategic leadership transition following an interim period under CFO Ken Rizvi since February 2025. Patel brings substantial semiconductor industry credentials with over 30 years of experience, most notably from leadership positions at Qualcomm and Broadcom.
His background is particularly notable for its alignment with Synaptics' strategic direction. At Qualcomm, Patel managed a multi-billion-dollar portfolio focused on connectivity solutions - precisely the technology areas where Synaptics seeks to expand. His expertise in wireless connectivity, particularly for consumer devices like handsets, wearables, and IoT applications, directly complements Synaptics' processing, connectivity, and sensing product lines.
The timing of this appointment is significant, coming after several months of interim leadership. This suggests the board conducted a thorough executive search to find leadership specifically suited to drive their next growth phase. Patel's dual background from two semiconductor giants (Qualcomm and Broadcom) provides him with comprehensive industry perspective valuable for navigating competitive dynamics.
Most compelling is Patel's experience expanding Broadcom's Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPS leadership across market segments - expertise that could help Synaptics strengthen its diverse portfolio of connectivity solutions. His demonstrated ability to oversee complex product ecosystems across consumer and enterprise markets positions him to potentially accelerate Synaptics' market reach in high-growth segments.
Semiconductor industry executive with experience at Qualcomm and Broadcom to drive company’s next chapter of innovation and growth in Processing, Connectivity, and Sensing
SAN JOSE, Calif., May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Synaptics® Incorporated (Nasdaq: SYNA) announced today that Rahul Patel has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, and a Director of the company. Patel succeeds Synaptics CFO Ken Rizvi, who has served as the company’s Interim CEO since February 2025. Rizvi will continue to serve as the company’s CFO.
With more than 30 years of leadership experience in the semiconductor industry, Patel has a proven track record of driving growth and product innovation, particularly in the areas of high-performance Edge-AI wireless connectivity solutions for handsets, tablets, PCs, wearables such as smartwatches and earbuds, IoT applications, and networking and broadband solutions for enterprises and home markets.
Prior to joining Synaptics, he spent a decade at Qualcomm, including most recently as SVP and Group General Manager of the Connectivity, Broadband, & Networking Group, where he was responsible for overseeing a multi-billion-dollar portfolio of wireless networking and connectivity business.
Prior to Qualcomm, Patel spent 13 years in various senior leadership roles at Broadcom, including serving as Senior Vice President and General Manager, Wireless Connectivity Group, where he played a pivotal role in expanding Broadcom’s Wi-Fi®, Bluetooth®, and GPS leadership across all market segments.
“On behalf of the Board of Directors, we are delighted to welcome Rahul as Synaptics’ next CEO. Rahul’s extensive semiconductor expertise and strong vision uniquely position him to accelerate our growth and innovation, steering us into our next chapter as we broaden our market reach,” said Nelson Chan, Chairman of Synaptics’ Board of Directors. “Rahul’s deep expertise with wireless connectivity, coupled with his proven track record of launching successful product lines and developing high-performing global teams, will be instrumental in advancing our technology roadmap and driving long-term growth. I’d like to sincerely thank Ken for his exceptional leadership as Interim CEO and for ensuring the seamless execution of our strategic initiatives during this transition period.”
“I am truly honored and excited to join Synaptics, a leader in high-performance Processing, Connectivity, and Sensing solutions,” said Rahul Patel. “Synaptics’ culture of innovation, exceptional engineering talent, and diversified portfolio of solutions uniquely position the company to excel. I look forward to working with the talented team at Synaptics to execute on our growth roadmap and deliver next-generation technology that brings unparalleled value to our customers, partners, and investors.”
About Synaptics Incorporated
Synaptics (Nasdaq: SYNA) is driving innovation in AI at the Edge, bringing AI closer to end users and transforming how we engage with intelligent connected devices, whether at home, at work, or on the move. As a go-to partner for forward-thinking product innovators, Synaptics powers the future with its cutting-edge Synaptics Astra™ AI-Native embedded compute, Veros™ wireless connectivity, and multimodal sensing solutions. We’re making the digital experience smarter, faster, more intuitive, secure, and seamless. From touch, display, and biometrics to AI-driven wireless connectivity, video, vision, audio, speech, and security processing, Synaptics is the force behind the next generation of technology enhancing how we live, work, and play. Follow Synaptics on LinkedIn, X, and Facebook, or visit www.synaptics.com.
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