Alicia N. Scott
Global Technical, Business and People Leader
Strategic Business Partner
Board Member
I’ve had an impact as a results-oriented director who delivers using business operations and organizational development skills with a data-driven approach to direct global teams. I've had success using my strategic growth mindset to influence stakeholders and achieve goals for repositioning the business interfacing with C-Suite and Board level. In me you will find a transformational leader with a desire to drive a people-focused agenda who has helped to shape the culture at a Fortune 500 brand bringing double digit revenue growth in varied economic cycles. I'm proven to be an effective collaborator that thrives in developing strong relationships resulting in business alignment. I'm a passionate driver of DEI and corporate social responsibility initiatives that reinforce corporate and personal values.
Who Am i?
Here are a few words of those I’ve worked with that describe who I am as a leader…
- "A strong and talented leader, who understands the business and partners to develops solutions that have a positive impact on the company"
- "Has the unique strength of creating a future vision and strategy, while at the same time seeing the clear steps needed to operationalize it"
- "It's noticeable when you work with a leader who truly 'gets it' and is able to make a meaningful difference"
- "She has a unique skill set including technical skills, team leadership skills, program management with its focus on measurable outcomes, strategy and a broad overview of HR functions"
- "Focused, passionate, good listener, subtle negotiator and open to constructive feedback"
- "Proven visionary, equitable and an outstanding mentor/coach who genuinely cares for people"
Outside of the office, Alicia enjoys spending time with family and friends. She is an avid traveler who has visited all parts of the globe - traveling 3x across the globe in one year! On the weekends, you will find her at a sporting, art or musical event.
What i do best
I've designed and executed on talent strategies during times of business transformation. I'm proven as a strategic leader with an operational mindset having success working with the C-Suite and Board level while delivering results alongside organization partners.
I'm happiest when I'm engaging with people, learning what motivates them, and strategizing about how we can help one another. My superpower is connecting the dots on what the business needs and then establishing meaningful connections to collaborate on making the changes to deliver business results.
Areas of Expertise
July 2023
Alicia Scott, a microelectronic engineering graduate from RIT and MBA holder from ASU, has joined the Valley of the Sun YMCA's Metropolitan Board of Directors, class of 2025. With 26+ years of semiconductor experience, she has led global strategy in engineering, operations, and HR. Dedicated to public service, she is a lifetime member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Secretary for onsemi's Foundation Board, and a National Council member for RIT's Kate Gleason College of Engineering.
Fairygodboss emphasizes the importance of tangible actions in addressing systemic inequalities, particularly in Corporate America, while actively supporting and amplifying the achievements of Black women through initiatives like "Black Women Leading the Way in Corporate America."
Alicia is known as an incredible boss and a reliable and valuable colleague whose input, advice and guidance is often sought out. Alicia listens to all, encourages development, provides feedback and looks for guidance. Alicia is 'the leader we want to be when we grow up.
Microelectronic Engineering Students from the Rochester Institute of Technology presented research papers at the 15th Annual Microelectronic Engineering Conference, showcasing their work on semiconductor devices developed as part of the EMCR 660 course. Their projects encompassed device design, simulation, process technology, and advanced microlithography, demonstrating their dedication and expertise. Congratulations to the students for their valuable contributions, and best wishes for their future careers.
Podcasts
Speaking Engagements
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS
KATE GLEASON COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
SHRM
SOCIETY OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
Arizona Human Resources Executive Forum
(AzHREF)
onsemi Foundation
Aug 2022 - Dec 2023
DEI Board.org
Jan 2021 - Apr 2023
SEMI Foundation
Aug 2019 - Apr 2023
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.,
Apr 1993 - Present
National Black MBA Association (NBMBAA)
Apr 2005 - Present
Leading strategic HR initiatives aligned with the overall business goals and fostering organizational growth for a company assisting individuals reach their full potential through talent development.
- Conducting workforce planning to ensure the organization has the right people with the right skills at the right time.
- Driving the design and implementation of talent programs for preboarding, onboarding and performance.
- Consulting on company policies and procedures leveraging knowledge of best practices to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Led talent management strategy ensuring high quality project execution of significant HR processes including talent acquisition, performance management, learning & development, succession planning, DEI and people data analytics while steering culture and employee engagement initiatives.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to standardize the selection and preboarding process, revamped onboarding process to enhance employee experience the first 90 days, and worked with business to address talent gaps.
- Re-established the succession planning process to assess talent for C-Suite level, conducted training for HR business partners to deliver talent reviews, and provided executive report to CEO for Board approval.
- Expanded the corporate Leadership Exploration and Development (LEAD) program to middle managers with global teams to enhance technical, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.
- Oversaw the performance management process, implemented a new corporate-wide goals philosophy in partnership with C-Suite, upgraded the technology solution with IT/HRIS and led the curation of global training.
- Drove global culture and DEI initiatives including launch of new core values for company transformation and rebrand.
- Established corporate human capital report presented to C-Suite at quarterly business reviews showing progress to goals and providing data-driven strategic recommendations on hiring, retention and advancement priorities.
Led talent management and oversaw the strategic design, plan and execution of comprehensive global D&I strategy focused on policy, talent acquisition, learning & development, communication and metrics that met annual bonus targets.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive diverse workforce plan in alignment with business objectives.
- Directed performance management process encompassing competencies, appraisal and 360 feedback.
- Revamped talent acquisition processes and incorporated diversity measures.
- Launched self-paced and instructor-led training for individual contributors, middle managers and executives.
- Designed data collection method and scorecard reported quarterly with action plan to address talent gaps.
- Oversaw AAP to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards involving applicable employment laws and policies mitigating legal and compliance risks associated with HR practices and policies.
Established margin improvement process delivering 35% GM, 15% OPEX, and 20% EBIT margin for product group and exceeded goal of 30% reduction in quality incidents.
- Managed a global team that drove the execution and continuous improvement of the rhythm of business responsible for key business operations processes (i.e., capacity, quality, NPD, margin management, M&A) and supported the technology roadmap for emerging technologies that aligned with the team’s vision and strategy.
- Facilitated budget, headcount and resource allocation for the team ensuring that the team had the necessary funding and talent to deliver on its goals and commitments.
- Collaborated with leadership team on fiscal year priorities and long-range planning process for annual operating plan.
- Governed short-term capacity gaps in wafer fab, assembly, test and long-term capacity strategies in tandem with capacity planning and manufacturing teams.
- Provided regular updates on major initiatives including orchestration of monthly operations reviews and staff meetings with data, KPIs, and narratives for cross-organizational business reporting on progress, achievements, challenges, and learnings.
Led team that introduced 60-80 new products per year generating upwards of $80M in yearly revenue.
- Managed a global team responsible for execution of new product development and product lifecycle management.
- Facilitated new product development activities for power discrete products working cross-functionally to deliver business objectives.
- Member of corporate team that oversaw new product development policy disseminated by providing training, launched enterprise-wide system for documentation, and made continuous improvements based on usability feedback.
- Consulted on daily operations of product lines to provide on-time delivery to customers and guarantee device performance with high quality through monitoring yields, maintaining low cost and testing for high reliability.
- Business unit point person to provide feedback and lead key corporate initiatives.
Rochester Institute of Technology
College of Engineering
Motorola
ON Semiconductor
Arizona State University
W.P. Carey School of Business
ON Semiconductor
ON Semiconductor
onsemi
University of South Florida Mumba College of Business
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Society for Human Resources Management
Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
Darren Hooks, MBA, PMP
Lynn Foster
Geri Mingura, MBA
