BIOGRAPHY
Brad Perkins is the Head of Global Product Management at EMD Electronics, the North American Electronics business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany, where he leads global strategy and go-to-market execution for delivery systems and services supporting the semiconductor industry. With extensive experience across product management, growth strategy, and customer-driven innovation. Brad focuses on enabling stronger integration across the semiconductor value chain. His work centers on connecting materials, infrastructure, logistics, and manufacturing capabilities to support the evolution of regional ecosystems—particularly in Arizona, as the state shifts from rapid expansion to a more integrated, resilient, and globally competitive semiconductor hub. He holds an MBA from Arizona State University, with international business experience through WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management. LinkedIn profile: Brad Perkins | LinkedIn