Daphne Huang

• Collaborated closely with Intel, Microsoft, and third-party vendors specializing in Audio/Camera/Anti-virus technologies to plan the latest AI features for upcoming commercial products (Notebooks, All-in-Ones, Desktops). • Successfully launched new software by collaborating with cross-functional teams on go-to-market strategies. • Evaluated vendors’ proposals to select external software development partners aligning with company goals and requirements. • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure cost-effective solutions for software development needs. • Conducted a comprehensive competitors’ analysis to identify the commercial product roadmap and inform strategic decisions regarding product direction. • Documented user stories, specifications, and product features to communicate across teams and build mandatory requirements.

• Managed cable gateway products with a monthly output exceeding 100K units and an annual forecast of 1 million units from NAM Tier1 customers. Lead the entire ODM project from conception to completion. • Held accountable for the overall project success, including schedule, specification, production oversight, resource management, and ensuring customer satisfaction. • Ensure smooth project execution by closely collaborating with HW/SW/ME/PAK and support teams to align ongoing activities with customer requirements and internal objectives. • Monitored all phases of the NPI project from the RFQ engagement through mass production properly, including Docis PHY verification, certification, documentation maintenance (e.g. FCST, Agile, ECO), and supply chain management. • Monitored 2nd sources implementation weekly by tracking the related ECOs and providing cost reduction proposals with organized technical validation. • Accumulated experience in five NPI and three sustainable projects, mastering the NPI process by prioritizing multiple tasks and optimizing internal procedures to achieve project goals within tight deadlines and complex technical requirements.

• Developed the project roadmap of an electric bike system consisting of a motor, display, battery, and sensor. Worked in collaboration with HW/FW/ME/QTR engineers to accomplish the project goals and deliverables. • Collaborate with the external customer as well as the internal cross-functional team to define the project scope, in particular the specification and schedule. • Established a timeline and ensure proper traknig to drive the products from conception to launch. • Coordinated with other departments to drive issue resolution regarding product specification, shipment, availability, etc.

• Scheduled and coordinated all the meetings and appointments for the candidate. • Served as a direct assistant to the candidate, supporting all aspects of logistics and office management. • Implemented problem-solving skills to work under pressure. • Trained five administrative trainees during an election campaign.

• Performed through research and analysis data and created a report on research activities. • Handled payments and field all financial transactions and receipts. • Provided logistical support for project management.

Thesis: The Challenges and Local Responses to Globalization: Cases of US Trump and Brexit