Theme: "Would Life be Different if Risk were Not a Factor? Managing Life & Career Transition"

INTRODUCTION
The Workshop for Women in Design Automation is a highlight of DAC. This unique program has continued to grow each year and affords the opportunity to hear successful women speak on topics relevant to their careers. It also gives participants a chance to network with their peers and engage in an exchange of views and ideas which foster growth. Please Join us Monday, June 2, 2003, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM (lunch provided 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM).

MISSION STATEMENT:
To be a workshop of relevance to women in Electronic Design Automation, to providing a forum for the interchange of ideas for successful careers in the EDA profession, to address the particular needs of professional women and to provide an opportunity for peer networking.

WORKSHOP CHAIR:
Sonja Wilkerson, VP of Human Resources, Vitria Technology, Inc.

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE:
Karla Reynolds, Mgr. IBM Foundry Enablement, IBM Microelectronics
Ann Marie Rincon, Engineering Fellow, AMI Semiconductor
Telle Whitney, President and CEO, Institute for Women and Technology

STEERING COMMITTEE:
Nanette Collins, Publicity Chair, 40th DAC
Marie R. Pistilli, Co-Chair, Board of Directors, MP Associates, Inc.
Jan Willis, VP of Business Development, Cadence Design Systems, Inc.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
Penny Herscher, VP and Chief Marketing Officer, Cadence Design Systems, Inc.

Penny Herscher joined Cadence through its acquisition of Simplex Solutions, Inc., where she was Chairman and CEO. At Cadence, Penny is responsible for marketing, strategy, customer support, and design services. Before joining Simplex, Penny was a Vice President and General Manager at Synopsys. Prior to joining Synopsys, Penny held R&D and Product Marketing positions at Daisy Systems. She began her career as an R&D engineer at Texas Instruments. Penny holds a B.A. with honors in mathematics from Cambridge University in England, and sits on the board of the Entrepreneurs Foundation.

PANEL DISCUSSION:
Transition and Change: How Do I Successfully Navigate My Career Through Turbulent Times? Don't miss the opportunity to learn how prominent professionals in the industry have made career choices to achieve a rewarding personal and professional life experience.

Panelists:

Vicki Andrews - Sr. VP of Worldwide Sales, Synopsys, Inc.
Tsugumi Fujitani - General Manager, Nihon Tera Systems, K.K.
Pat McCarty, VP - Worldwide Customer Care, Cadence Design Systems, Inc.
Ann Marie Rincon - Engineering Fellow, AMI Semiconductor
Telle Whitney - President and CEO, Institute for Women and Technology

MARIE R. PISTILLI WOMEN IN EDA ACHIEVEMENT AWARD:
Women have made important contributions and strides in the EDA industry for over 20 years. In an effort to recognize those who have dedicated time towards these achievements, the DAC Executive Committee presents an annual award to honor an individual who has made significant contributions in helping women advance in the field of EDA technology.

RECENT TOPICS INCLUDE:
• 2002 39TH "Silk Purses and Sow's Ears: Turning Obstacles into Opportunity"
• 2001 38TH "Smart Risk Taking = Innovation"
• 2000 37TH "Strategies For Success"
• 1999 36TH "Making the Right Choices"
• 1998 35TH "Forget the Ceiling-Break the Glass".

Be a part of the growing success of women in design automation by nominating the 2003 recipient of the Marie R. Pistilli Women in EDA Achievement Award. Nominations for the 2003 WWINDA are closed.

We are always open to feedback. Please email Angela Brantner or Susie Horn with suggested topics and comments for future workshops, or to become involved with the success of the WWINDA. Receive the latest information first, join the WWINDA mailist.

SPECIAL THANKS:
We would like to express our thanks to the DAC Executive Committee, ACM/SIGDA, IEEE CAS and the EDA Consortium for their support, leadership and making this event possible. Special thanks to MP Associates, Inc. who donates the logistical and publication coordination.

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