LONDON, UK, Aug 27, 2025 – Presto Engineering has appointed Frédéric Valentin as its new vice president of sales and marketing. The move is part of the company’s strategy to grow its international operations and strengthen support for OEMs requiring custom semiconductor solutions.
“I am thrilled to welcome Frédéric to Presto Engineering,” said Cédric Mayor, CEO of Presto Engineering Group. “His deep understanding of the semiconductor landscape and strong track record in complex customer environments will be a key asset as we continue scaling our ASIC business and platform strategy across Europe and beyond.”
Frédéric Valentin has more than 25 years of experience in the semiconductor industry. His career includes senior commercial and leadership positions at ams OSRAM and ON Semiconductor, along with technical roles at Infineon Technologies and Thales. He was senior vice president of EMEA sales at ams OSRAM, where he managed customer engagement across industrial, medical and consumer segments . He holds a Master of Science in Microelectronics from ENSICAEN, the French National Graduate School of Engineering of Caen, with academics in physics and engineering.
At Presto Engineering, Valentin will manage global sales, marketing and business development. He will focus on business growth for the company’s custom ASIC solutions, overseeing OEM projects from design to production.
“Presto Engineering has everything it takes to become the European leader in ASIC development – from technical excellence and a solid customer base to the agility today’s market demands,” said Frédéric Valentin. “I’m thrilled to accelerate this growth journey, scale our customer-focused approach, and turn it into a real competitive edge.”
Source: Presto Engineering
About Presto Engineering
Presto Engineering, founded in 2006, is a semiconductor services company that specializes in ASIC design and semiconductor solutions. The company is headquartered in Meyreuil, France, with additional locations in the United States, Denmark, the United Kingdom, and Asia. It serves industries such as medical, automotive, industrial, and communications. Presto offers a full range of services, including test development, qualification, failure analysis, packaging, and volume production. With over 150 employees, the company has shipped more than one billion semiconductor units. It manages a global supply chain capable of producing over 50 million units annually. As of 2025, Presto Engineering’s estimated annual revenue is approximately $33.5 million.