Willian Ting

Government Relations & Corporate Development
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Professional Summary

William Ting is an award-winning government relations strategist and attorney (California) with a proven track record in securing funding, incentives, and corporate objectives for emerging technologies. With deep expertise in defense tech, AI hardware, energy solutions, data centers, and semiconductor advanced packaging, he has successfully navigated complex U.S. federal and state policies to drive business growth.

With 17 years at TSMC and currently leading government relations for Kyocera, William is a key connector between corporations, policymakers, and funding bodies. He also serves as an AI corporate development advisor, bridging Taiwan-U.S. AI manufacturing talent with manufacturers to reduce operating costs and optimize production in high-cost regions like the U.S.

Areas of Expertise

  • U.S. Government Relations – Arizona, South Carolina, Massachusetts, California, and federal relations
  • Corporate Development – Defense tech, AI, and data centers
  • AI Manufacturing & Industry 5.0 – Talent pipeline and infrastructure development
  • U.S. Federal Defense Contracting – M&A, IP strategy, venture capital, and securities law
  • U.S. Grants & Incentive Funding – Secured CHIPS Act funding for advanced packaging
  • Military & Civilian Tech Hubs – Expertise in navigating U.S. Pentagon projects and public-private collaborations

Value Proposition

William secures funding, market access, and workforce talent pipelines to help businesses achieve strategic corporate objectives. His expertise in government incentives, compliance, and cross-border partnerships positions him as a key facilitator for companies navigating high-stakes industries such as AI, defense, and semiconductors.

Key Achievements & Impact

Secured Memberships & Funding:

  • Arizona & Boston Military Tech Hubs (ME Commons) – Supporting Kyocera Sales & R&D teams.
  • $2.5M in funding & membership in the Glass Substrate CHIPS Advanced Packaging Consortium.
  • $16.9M+ in U.S. federal funding applications submitted in FY2024.
  • South Carolina Nexus Advanced Energy Tech Hub – Secured membership for manufacturing components.
  • Established relationships with the South Carolina Commerce Secretary for on-shoring funding opportunities.

Built High-Impact Public-Private Partnerships:

  • Developed partnerships with Northeastern, Clemson, USC, ASU, and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
  • Engaged in U.S. Pentagon projects, contributing to the Critical Minerals Stockpile Program and on-shoring funding discussions.

Policy & Regulatory Impact:

  • Led Task Force on Competitive Manufacturing in Advanced Economies, focusing on AI-enabled nano-manufacturing technology.
  • Negotiated, drafted, and executed 500+ complex commercial, defense tech, AI, and semiconductor advanced packaging deals.
  • Designed & implemented 102 successful U.S. & EU compliance projects.

Industry Recognition:

  • Innovation Award (TSMC, 2007) – Designed & implemented Global Export Control Program.
  • Best Export Control Compliance Team (2016) – Recognized by industry journal.

Industry Insights

  • AI Data Centers, Robotics, and Drones – High-value investment areas in Taiwan’s supply chain ecosystem.
  • AI-Driven Manufacturing – Growth in Industry 5.0 through automation and AI-powered production optimization.
  • Strategic Federal & State Funding – Increased focus on advanced packaging, energy tech, and defense-sector investments.

Professional Credentials & Affiliations

Education:

  • Bachelor in Government, Cornell University
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.), Loyola Law School

Certification:

  • Attorney, California State Bar & U.S. Federal District Court

Thought Leadership, Publications & Speaking Engagements

William is a published thought leader in blockchain, AI, privacy regulation, and emerging technologies, contributing to government hearings, industry panels, and academic discussions.

Select Publications & Contributions

  • Author, A Blockchain Innovator’s Guide to IP Strategy (Chamber of Digital Commerce)
  • Chapter 3: “What Type of Innovations Can Be Patented?”
  • Chapter 11: “How Does Open Source Licensing Affect My Ability to Protect My Innovation?”
  • “Strategic Privacy: Data Monetizers Assemble!” – Insights on U.S. privacy regulation and cybersecurity.
  • “Banking on the Brink” – Commentary on Fintech’s impact on the global financial system.
  • “Be Your Own Money” – White paper on personal data as currency (Presented to Faculty of Law, University of Hong Kong).

Speaking Engagements & Testimonies

  • Corporate Legal Operations Consortium (July 16, 2019, Singapore) – Presented MBA-level session on “Strategic Privacy Management” focusing on monetizing emerging tech.
  • Wyoming Legislature Public Hearing Testimony (Jan. 11, 2019) – Testified before the House Minerals, Business & Economic Development Committee on financial technology regulation.
  • New Frontiers of Intelligence Conference (Oct. 18, 2017, Hong Kong) – Panelist on AI & data monetization ethics, attended remotely by Dr. Stephen Hawking.
  • 6th Asian Privacy Scholars Network International Conference (Sept. 27, 2017, University of Hong Kong) – Presented a white paper on “Personal Data Currency” and led a discussion on emerging tech’s impact on privacy law.