Early Life
Born in November 1943, F.C. Tseng is a Taiwanese semiconductor industry veteran. He has a Ph.D. in electrical engineering from National Cheng Kung University.
Rise to Success
Tseng began his career at the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) in Taiwan, where he contributed to the territory's first IC project in 1976. In 1987, he co-founded Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) with Morris Chang. During TSMC's early days, Tseng played a crucial role, consolidating the company's internal structure while Chang focused on external market opportunities. He served in various senior leadership roles at TSMC, including President and Vice Chairman. His contributions were recognized, as he was named one of the "Ten Outstanding Engineers" by the Chinese Institute of Engineers in 1991. He was also listed as a "Hot Executive" by Electronic Buyer's News in 1999.
Key Business Strategies
Tseng's focus on manufacturing excellence and advanced technology was fundamental to TSMC's success. He emphasized the importance of consistency in manufacturing, which became the foundation for the company's achievements. He also helped establish TSMC as a dedicated wafer foundry serving IC makers.
Philanthropy
Tseng is the Chairman of the TSMC Education and Culture Foundation, established in 1998. The Foundation focuses on education for disadvantaged youth and provides platforms for students, promotes arts and culture, and addresses the educational gap between urban and rural areas.
