Paul Marquardt

Driving deep tech invention & innovation into product development. Proven track record delivering AI silicon into novel software + hardware solutions to shape next-generation AI ecosystems.

San Francisco Bay Area

About

Visionary who is passionate in creating and leading new business models. Able to create and execute complex strategies across industries. Specialties: Bridging the gaps between market needs, consumer demands, technologies, and implementation: Consulting, Business Development, Mobile, Advanced Concept, Advanced Mobile Technology, Business Strategy Planning, Engineering, Research, Design, and Manufacturing. Skilled relationship builder, trusted advisor and collaborator with C-level executives, colleagues and partners—driving consensus and alignment. Accomplished at identifying and forging strategic startup and industry leader partnerships that create powerful ecosystems. Known for being a creative and entrepreneurial builder who thrives at the intersection of innovation and execution.

Experience

  • Dell Technologies (Full-time · 14 yrs 6 mos)
    • Technology Strategy Director - Office of CTO
      Mar 2020 - Sep 2025 · 5 yrs 7 mos

      - Leading AI end-to-end Neural Processing Unit (NPU) strategy, partnerships, and prototyping - Forging strategic AI alliances with top software, silicon, and ecosystem partners to advance compute efficiency, acceleration and graphics performance across product lines - Revolutionizing AI first device form factors & technologies enabling seamless experiences and profound use cases - Spearheading novel AI/ML SW+HW user experiences, edge data aggregation, and enterprise cloud solutions - Developing AR technologies that leverage local and cross cloud compute to deliver reality augmented - CES Innovation Awards for technology... blazing the path to industry changing compute! - Created vision for computing enabling end to end experiences mixed with alternative business models (IoT / Edge Compute / Mobile / Laptop / Wireless / Network / Server / Storage) - Aligning technology / strategic investments / acquisitions with silicon valley's largest silicon partners and highest potential startups - Thought leader developing futuristic 3D, holographic displays and AR/VR headsets

    • Distinguished Engineer
      Mar 2015 - Mar 2020 · 5 yrs 1 mo

      - Envisioned new wireless productivity ecosystem & delivered DellCast Wireless Docking - Refined wireless docking and charging creating first integrated wireless monitor with built in charging - Received numerous patents protecting valuable IP and providing leverage to protect product concepts - Lead technology integration from concept to product; forming strategic partner relationships; and delivered ingredients to achieve the corporate mobile vision - Streamlined technology workflow: ideation to development process crossing agile concept creation with rapid development to production cycles

    • Lead System Architect, Mobility
      Apr 2011 - Mar 2015 · 4 yrs

      - Product development manager simultaneously launching 4 mobile phone projects from scratch leveraging international ODM teams - Developed technology transfer program for mobile technologies into x86 tablet and laptop architectures helping to develop award winning features and boost sales of Dell mobile products

  • Microsoft (3 yrs 4 mos)
    • Advanced Technology Group - Sr. HW Program Manager
      May 2010 - Apr 2011 · 1 yr

      - Developed advanced architecture, prototyping, & cross-company collaboration efforts - Created converged software and hardware experiences leveraging novel technologies - Managed high potential ideas from concept, prototype, & implementation

    • Senior Lead Hardware Program Manager
      Jan 2008 - Apr 2011 · 3 yrs 4 mos

      - Built strong international teams to design, develop, mass produce, and certify devices with world wide Mobile Operators - Manager of managers for accessories, hardware PM, internal software tool development, and factory programming - Managed the design, development, and production of KIN product line, accessories, and future reference designs - Lead hardware partner engagements: negotiated strategic pricing, and helped create business structure with OEM and silicon vendors - Formulated an accessories business model and delivered product development on limited budget / resource - Concurrently managed next generation technologies without disrupting current device ship cycle

  • CEO/founder at proCetera
    Jun 2004 - Jan 2008 · 3 yrs 8 mos

    • Founded proCetera to innovate and develop products that disrupt traditional business models in the mobile industry • Established strategic partnerships and strengthened relationships with silicon vendors to bring technologies direct to mobile operator offerings (VoIP --> WiFi Calling) • Developed proprietary intellectual property aimed at delivering critical life-saving information to E911 operators (coined the term & product for Emergency Electronic Health Record)

  • Microsoft (Redmond, WA)
    • Hardware Program Manager
      Jun 2000 - Jun 2004 · 4 yrs 1 mo

      - Developed strategic silicon vendor partnerships to align business objectives with technology requirements. - Formed partnerships with silicon vendors to create concept and reference designs. - Owned hardware definition of Microsoft PocketPC and Smartphone products.

    • Mechanical Engineer
      Jul 1998 - Jun 2000 · 2 yrs

      - Mechanical engineer on team that created the first optical mice. - Product was the best selling optical mouse in the world. (Product life of over 12 years)

  • Engineering Fellow at Charles Stark Draper Laboratory
    Aug 1996 - Jul 1998 · 2 yrs

    • Developed innovative hydrodynamic propulsion and stabilization methods, enhancing underwater vehicle performance. • Engineered bio-mimetic appendages for the DARPA Tuna Drone, advancing autonomous underwater capabilities. • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to push the boundaries of underwater technology at Charles Stark Draper Laboratory.