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Aeluma, a semiconductor company specializing in high-performance, scalable technologies for mobile, AI, defense and aerospace, robotics, automotive, AR/VR, and quantum computing, has announced the appointment of technology industry veteran Christopher Stewart as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Mr. Stewart will be responsible for leading the company's finance organization and driving operational excellence through the commercialization of Aeluma's robust technology portfolio.
Mr. Stewart brings over 20 years of financial leadership experience at public and high-growth companies. Most recently, he served as CFO at LeddarTech Holdings Inc., an AI-driven software company that Stewart helped lead through a public market debut. Prior roles include CFO of Bionano Genomics, Inc., which achieved 62% compound annual revenue growth during his tenure, as well as senior financial leadership roles at Maxwell Technologies (acquired by Tesla), Entropic Communications (acquired by Maxlinear), and Intel. Mr. Stewart holds a B.S. in Business Administration from the University of Southern California and an M.B.A. from Carnegie Mellon University.
"Chris brings the strategic financial leadership needed to scale Aeluma through its next stage of growth," said Jonathan Klamkin, Ph.D., Founder and CEO of Aeluma. "His experience leading financial operations at high-growth technology firms and navigating capitals markets will be instrumental as we secure new customers and partners, expand commercial activities, and accelerate our path to profitability."
Mr. Stewart's expertise and leadership align seamlessly with Aeluma's strategic direction. His appointment comes at a pivotal time, with Aeluma poised to redefine multiple high-growth industries.
"Aeluma is uniquely positioned at the intersection of disruptive semiconductor innovation and high-growth market demand," said Mr. Stewart. "I'm energized by the progress made so far and look forward to supporting the team as we build a scalable financial foundation and capitalize on the significant opportunities ahead."
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