News: Microelectronics
26 August 2025
Skyworks names Phil Carter as CFO
Skyworks Solutions Inc of Irvine, CA, USA (which manufactures analog and mixed-signal semiconductors) says that Philip Carter has been appointed senior VP & chief financial officer, effective 8 September, responsible for financial strategy, investor relations, treasury and leadership of the global finance and information technology organizations.
Picture: Skyworks’ new CFO Phil Carter.
Carter joins Skyworks from Advanced Micro Devices Inc (AMD), where he was corporate VP & chief accounting officer since November 2024, overseeing its comprehensive accounting operations.
Prior to AMD, Carter was Skyworks’ VP, corporate controller & principal accounting officer. For over seven years at Skyworks he led enterprise-wide strategic operational initiatives, including financial transformation, operational scalability and the implementation of robust reporting systems to support the company’s growth.
Previously, he spent over eight years at Broadcom Inc. where he helped transform their accounting organization in terms of people, process and systems during a period of rapid growth. He began his career at Ernst & Young LLP. He received his bachelor's degree in accounting from California State University, Fullerton, a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Southern California and is a certified public accountant (CPA) in California, as well as a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
“We’re pleased to welcome back a well-respected financial leader with deep experience in the semiconductor industry,” said
“Philip brings a proven track record of driving strong financial results, instilling operational discipline, and leading with clarity and purpose,” comments Skyworks’ CEO & president Phil Brace. “His strategic insight and ability to scale complex global finance functions, while embracing innovation across systems, processes and people, make him a critical addition to our leadership team,” he adds.
“I’d like to thank Rob Schriesheim, a member of our board of directors who has served as interim CFO since May 2025, for his leadership in guiding the finance team through a critical period of transition.”
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