KGCOE National Council - Tricia Dugan
Tricia Dugan '99
Americas Sales at Axelera AI
Vice President
Tricia Dugan '99 is Vice President of Americas Sales at Axelera AI, a rapidly growing semiconductor company developing next-generation AI acceleration hardware and software. In her role, she leads commercial growth and customer engagement, helping organizations deploy AI solutions in industries including manufacturing, robotics, security, and enterprise computing.
A recognized technology and go-to-market leader, Tricia brings more than 25 years of experience spanning engineering, sales, business development, and global market strategy. Her career includes leadership roles at Qualcomm, HP, and AMD, where she was responsible for driving growth, building high-performing teams, and delivering innovative technology solutions to customers around the world. Throughout her career, she has led global engineering organizations, distribution channels, and B2B sales teams supporting multi-billion-dollar businesses.
Tricia is passionate about developing talent and advancing diversity in technology. She actively mentors emerging leaders, supports initiatives that expand opportunities for women in STEM and business, and serves as an investor with True Wealth Ventures, a venture capital fund focused on women-led companies. She also serves as an executive sponsor for the Women in Revenue Austin chapter.
Known for her collaborative leadership style, strategic mindset, and relentless focus on execution, Tricia remains deeply committed to innovation, lifelong learning, and helping the next generation of engineers and technology leaders succeed.