“Navigating the Semiconductor Wave” – Johnny Fan, GM of Carl Zeiss SMT

“Navigating the Semiconductor Wave” – Johnny Fan, General Manager of Carl Zeiss SMT, on Career and Industry Insights

Career Story × Dialogue × Industry Inspiration

The semiconductor industry is not only a field of cutting-edge technology but also a driving force shaping the global economy.
This lecture invites Johnny Fan, General Manager of Carl Zeiss SMT Taiwan, to share his inspiring career journey—from an engineer to a leader in a multinational enterprise. He will reveal key turning points in the industry’s evolution and shed light on future opportunities.

Joining the conversation are Prof. Bing-Chian Lee, Distinguished Chair Professor and Director of the Office of Science and Technology Development, and Assoc. Prof. Shih-Chao Chien, Vice Dean of the College of International Science and Management at Feng Chia University.
Together, they will discuss diverse perspectives from the fields of industry, management, and education, offering participants first-hand insights into both personal growth and industry trends.

Event Information

✦ Speaker: Johnny Fan / General Manager, Carl Zeiss SMT Taiwan (B.A. in International Trade, Class of 2000, Feng Chia University)
✦ Panelists:
• Prof. Bing-Chian Lee – Distinguished Chair Professor & Director, Office of Science and Technology Development
• Assoc. Prof. Shih-Chao Chien – Vice Dean, College of International Science and Management
✦ Topic: Navigating the Semiconductor Wave – Johnny Fan on Career and Industry Outlook
✦ Date & Time: Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 13:30–16:30
✦ Venue: 9th International Conference Hall, Feng Chia University
✦ Admission: Free for all FCU faculty, staff, and students

Agenda

13:30–14:00 　Registration
14:00–15:00 　Lecture (Part I)
15:00–15:30 　Break & Refreshments
15:30–16:30 　Q&A Session

Notes

✦ The organizer reserves the right to modify or cancel the event due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., weather, health concerns, or speaker availability).
✦ For inquiries, please contact the FCUYC Central Taiwan Alumni Chapter via Facebook Messenger or reach the event coordinator at 0983-142450.
✦ FCU Contact: Ms. Kuo, Office of Alumni Relations, ext. 2553 (Tel: 04-24517250)
✦ Facebook Page: FCUYC 中區逢青團

Speaker Biography

▶ Speaker – Johnny Fan

General Manager, Carl Zeiss SMT Taiwan
Education:

B.A., Department of International Trade, Feng Chia University

MBA, Lancaster University, UK

Executive Leadership Program, IMD Business School, Switzerland

Experience:

Senior Account Manager, ASML Taiwan

Sales Director, ASML China

Global Marketing Director, ASML Headquarters (Netherlands)

General Manager, Carl Zeiss SMT Taiwan

Member, SEMI Taiwan IC Committee

▶ Panelist – Prof. Bing-Chian Lee

Distinguished Chair Professor & Director, Office of Science and Technology Development, Feng Chia University

Past Roles: Vice President, Dean of Academic Affairs, Dean of College of Construction, and President of Feng Chia University

Honors:

2023 Ministry of Education Excellent Teacher Award

Lee Kuo-Ding Memorial Medal, Chinese Management Science Society (2023)

Top 10 Outstanding University Presidents, Private Education Association (2018)

Multiple distinctions from Global Views Monthly, Cheers, and CommonWealth magazines recognizing Feng Chia University’s excellence under his leadership

▶ Panelist – Assoc. Prof. Shih-Chao Chien

Vice Dean, College of International Science and Management, Feng Chia University

Past Roles:

Chair, Department of International Trade

Executive Director, EMBA Program in Management

Associate Dean, College of Business

Academic Advisor to the Office of the President

Program Director for:

Dual Bachelor’s Degree Program with the University of Queensland, Australia

Dual Bachelor’s Program in Business & Innovation with RMIT University, Australia

Dual Bachelor’s Program in Business Data Analytics with San José State University, USA

Dual Bachelor’s Program in Design with UNSW, Australia