Ross Sabolcik, Senior VP and General Manager of Industrial and Commercial IoT at Silicon Labs, discusses the company's journey from analog mixed-signal pioneer to IoT leader. Ross highlights Silicon Labs' wireless portfolio and its applications in smart metering, building automation, and healthcare, emphasizing the integration of AI and machine learning in products and career development. The conversation explores how curiosity, leadership, and communication fuel growth in the tech industry.
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Ross Sabolcik, Senior VP and General Manager of Industrial and Commercial IoT at Silicon Labs, has played a pivotal role in the company鈥檚 transformation into a leader in wireless connectivity and energy-efficient IoT solutions. With a foundation in electrical and computer systems engineering, Ross's journey from embedded coding to leadership showcases his expertise in applying AI and machine learning to both technology and talent development.
Discussion Points
- Ross Sabolcik shares Silicon Labs' evolution from a disruptor in analog mixed-signal tech to a leader in wireless IoT, highlighting milestones like the B90 modem and the shift to IoT innovation.
- He outlines the expansion of use cases from meter reading to advanced applications like grid intelligence and asset tracking, driven by AI and machine learning.
- Ross reflects on his career, blending engineering expertise with business skills and strong communication.
- He advises young engineers to stay curious, embrace lifelong learning, and understand the link between technology and business strategy.
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