"In semiconductors, whether value comes from re-differentiating mature products or creating entirely new markets, the outcome ultimately depends on one core capability: seeing the business through a market lens and translating technology into scalable, validated commercial success.”

Vance brings over two decades of IC design industry experience, spanning engineering R&D, product planning, customer development, and deal execution. Throughout his career, he has led more than a dozen product programs from concept to commercialization, steering several to global market share leadership. This rare blend of technical and commercial expertise allows him to understand not just how semiconductor products are built, but how they are adopted, scaled, and converted into durable competitive advantages.

Transitioning from operations to corporate venture capital and M&A, Vance leverages his deep domain expertise to drive long-term growth through strategic capital allocation. He believes market leadership requires a multi-dimensional approach: meaningful technological differentiation, precise customer alignment, and robust manufacturing economics. Today, Vance works closely with the Orion team to expand the fund's reach, partnering with founders who combine market insight and product execution to build sustained leadership in the semiconductor industry