Manfred J. Schindler Elected 2027 IEEE President-Elect

Election Results Announced

Manfred J. Schindler, an IEEE Life Fellow, has been elected as the 2027 IEEE president-elect. He secured 16,421 votes in the election, surpassing David Alan Koehler, who received 13,874 votes. Schindler will assume the role of president on January 1, 2028.

Key Objectives for Presidency

Schindler has outlined three primary goals for his upcoming term. These include strengthening IEEE's connections with industry through coordinated events, improving IEEE's digital infrastructure to modernize interfaces and eliminate manual processes, and prioritizing technology advancement to benefit future generations by expanding IEEE initiatives.

Professional Background

An independent consultant specializing in microwave semiconductor technology, Schindler has a career history that includes leading microwave integrated-circuit technology development from lab demonstrations to commercial products. He holds 11 patents and has numerous technical publications. His past roles include CTO of Anlotek, director at Qorvo and RFMD, applications manager at IBM, engineering manager at ATN Microwave, and lab manager at Raytheon.

Extensive IEEE Volunteer Service

Schindler has been an IEEE volunteer for over 30 years. His previous roles include 2024 vice president of IEEE Technical Activities, 2021–2022 Division IV director, chair of the IEEE Conferences Committee (2015–2018), and president of the IEEE Microwave Theory and Technology Society (MTTS) in 2003. He is also an IEEE–Eta Kappa Nu honorary life member and a MTTS honorary life member.