Wine Down Friday Allegro MicroSystems’s Suman Narayan

This week, Wine Down Friday welcomed Suman Narayan, Senior Vice President of Products at Allegro Microsystems. Based in Richardson, Texas, Suman shared insights from nearly 30 years in the semiconductor industry, beginning with his journey inspired by a Texas Instruments calculator at age 16. His career spans roles at TI, Fairchild Semiconductor, and onsemi, culminating in his leadership at Allegro. Suman emphasized fostering a customer-centric culture, empowering teams, and driving innovation with purpose to stay competitive in the fast-paced market. He highlighted Allegro’s advancements in TMR sensor technology for battery management and motor control, pivotal for EVs and automation. On leadership, he advised embracing resilience, curiosity, and mastery in the cyclical semiconductor industry. Suman also spoke about balancing work and personal life through fitness and mindfulness, underscoring the importance of passion and continuous learning for success.