John Echard

John Echard, PMP, SCM, is an experienced manager in software program management, currently serving as the Manager of Software Program Management at Cirrus Logic since May 2023. Previously, John held positions as Senior Technical Program Manager at SiFive and Arm, overseeing various engineering and productivity programs. John also co-managed the Program Management Office at Halliburton and held multiple roles at Texas Instruments, including Director of Software Program Management and Silicon Program Manager, where responsibilities spanned portfolio management, embedded firmware practices, and R&D programs. John holds both a Master’s and Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology.