Partnership for Economic Innovation Adds Catherine Côté to its Board of Directors

onsemi VP brings federal and global policy expertise to strengthen Arizona’s semiconductor and technology sectors

PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, August 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The Partnership for Economic Innovation (PEI), a passionate collective of business and community leaders dedicated to accelerating Arizona’s economic opportunities, has appointed Catherine Côté, Vice President, Chief of Staff and Head of the Office of the CEO at onsemi, to its board of directors. Her hands-on experience shaping federal and global technology policy at one of Arizona’s leading semiconductor companies gives PEI a direct line to the expertise needed to advance Arizona’s position in the global innovation economy.

Côté succeeds Steven Gray, who recently retired from the PEI board after representing onsemi’s engagement across the organization’s strategic initiatives. Her appointment continues onsemi’s active partnership with PEI at a pivotal moment for Arizona’s semiconductor industry. The CHIPS and Science Act has directed billions of dollars in investment to Arizona’s semiconductor manufacturing sector, and PEI’s work to align workforce development, policy advocacy and infrastructure with the needs of the semiconductor industry makes Côté’s background a natural and timely addition to the board.

Côté’s expertise aligns directly with PEI’s 2026 priorities for the semiconductor and technology sector, which include advancing the federal Advanced Manufacturing Investment Tax Credit, developing K-12 STEM talent pipelines for semiconductor employers, and championing the regulatory and infrastructure policies that support Arizona’s growing role in domestic technology manufacturing.

“Arizona is at the center of a remarkable period of semiconductor growth, and PEI plays an important role in sustaining that momentum. By strengthening the talent pipeline, advancing policy priorities that support innovation and competitiveness, and fostering collaboration across industry, academia and government, PEI helps create the conditions for companies like onsemi to invest, grow and thrive in Arizona,” said Catherine Côté, Vice President, Chief of Staff and Head of the Office of the CEO, onsemi. “I look forward to helping PEI accelerate Arizona’s position as a world-class innovation hub, and to bring onsemi’s perspective to the work that shapes our state’s economic future.”

Côté leads enterprise-wide strategic initiatives at onsemi, supports CEO execution, and owns the company’s global government and external affairs strategy. She brings extensive experience in sales, marketing and executive operations across the semiconductor industry, and has led organizations through complex transitions, including major acquisitions and global integrations. Côté holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from McGill University and has completed executive education programs at Harvard Business School and Santa Clara University.

“Catherine brings exactly the kind of expertise and global perspective that strengthens PEI’s ability to advance Arizona’s innovation economy,” said John Graham, Board Chair of the Partnership for Economic Innovation and Chairman and CEO of Sunbelt Holdings. “onsemi plays a vital role in Arizona’s semiconductor ecosystem, and Catherine’s deep experience will help us shape the policies and partnerships that position Arizona as a global leader in semiconductor technology. We are thrilled to welcome her to the team.”

To learn more about the Partnership for Economic Innovation and its initiatives, visit www.azpei.org.

Rachael Clifford
10 to 1 Public Relations
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