Philip Mazzara serves as General Counsel and Secretary at Astera Labs Inc., a pioneering semiconductor company delivering high-speed connectivity solutions for AI and cloud infrastructure. With more than 20 years of legal experience in the technology sector, Mazzara earned his J.D. from the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, after completing his undergraduate studies at Stanford University. He began his career at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, where he specialized in corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and emerging company representations, advising high-growth tech startups on everything from venture financing to IPO readiness. Prior to joining Astera Labs in 2023, Mazzara held senior in-house roles at Lattice Semiconductor Corporation and Xilinx (now part of AMD), where he led global legal teams through complex regulatory challenges, intellectual property disputes, and strategic partnerships. His notable achievements include orchestrating multimillion-dollar acquisitions, spearheading compliance programs for international expansion, and guiding companies through successful public offerings. Recognized as a trusted advisor in the semiconductor industry, Mazzara has been instrumental in mitigating legal risks while fostering innovation in fast-paced environments. In his current role at Astera Labs, Mazzara oversees all aspects of the company's legal strategy, including corporate governance, contracts, risk management, and securities compliance. As Corporate Secretary, he manages board affairs, shareholder relations, and ESG initiatives. His expertise has been pivotal in supporting Astera Labs' Nasdaq debut in 2024 and its rapid scaling amid surging demand for AI infrastructure solutions.