Mr. David GOECKELER
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Sandisk Corporation
David Goeckeler is the chairman and CEO of Sandisk Corporation. Over his career, he has focused on innovating and growing industries ranging from semiconductors to global networking to enterprise software. He is recognized as a transformational leader with an exceptional track record of driving highly profitable core businesses at scale.
Sandisk, a global Flash semiconductor storage and advanced memory technology innovator, has extensive operations throughout the United States and Asia, with more than 10,000 employees worldwide. The brand is widely recognized globally for innovation, performance, and quality.
Previously, Goeckeler was CEO of Western Digital, where he led the company’s resurgence as the leading global supplier of data storage products. He also drove the company’s separation into two public companies – Western Digital and Sandisk – to fully unlock the value of the franchise.
Prior to Western Digital, he served as executive vice president and general manager of Cisco’s $34 billion networking and security business, accelerating the company’s networking and security strategy. Goeckeler started his career at Bell Laboratories.
Goeckeler currently serves as chairman of the board of directors of the Semiconductor Industry Association and as chairman of the U.S.-Japan Business Council (USJBC) at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. He also sits on the board of directors of ADP, a comprehensive global provider of cloud- based human capital management solutions, and on the board of visitors for the University of Illinois College of Engineering.
Presentation Title
Collaborate for Business Innovation & Agility
Abstract
In today’s global marketplace, strong collaboration is no longer just a competitive advantage—it's a necessity for driving innovation and organizational agility. In this session, Goeckeler will discuss how strategic partnerships, cross-industry alliances, and collaborative ecosystems are enabling companies to adapt faster, co-create value, and solve complex challenges that no single entity can tackle alone. From global supply chain disruptions to digital transformation and sustainability goals, businesses that prioritize collaboration are not only more resilient but also better positioned to anticipate market shifts and seize new opportunities, responding with both speed and creativity.