News: Microelectronics
13 March 2026
Wolfspeed appoints regional president, Greater China
Wolfspeed Inc of Durham, NC, USA — which makes silicon carbide (SiC) materials and power semiconductor devices — has appointed Daihui Yu as regional president for Greater China, effective 16 March. He will oversee the expansion of business across mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, utilizing his expertise to drive sales growth and strengthen the firm’s brand presence in the region.
Yu has a degree in electrical engineering from Wuhan University of Technology and an MBA from Tsinghua University.
Prior to joining Wolfspeed, Yu served more than 12 years with Infineon Technologies as senior VP & head of infrastructure and industry business for Greater China, managing regional sales & marketing functions. Before that, he spent 15 years at Schneider Electric in sales and marketing management roles, accumulating comprehensive experience across diverse industries. He began his career as a control systems R&D engineer at the China Academy of Space Technology.
As regional president, Yu will assume full commercial responsibility, developing and implementing go-to-market strategies aligned with Wolfspeed’s global objectives and customer expectations.
“His strategic vision, operational excellence and client-focused approach will be critical to Wolfspeed’s success in the Greater China region,” expects Wolfspeed’s CEO Robert Feurle.
Yu’s appointment supports Wolfspeed’s ongoing efforts to enhance its presence in the Greater China market and achieve optimal performance across local supply chains. The firm reckons that he will play a vital role in navigating complex business environments and fostering cross-functional collaboration.
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