John Griffiths

John Griffiths is a Lecturer at the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), teaching Principles of Finance for the Technology Management Program (TMP) and Fundamentals of Business Finance for Professional and Continuing Education (PACE). He also serves as a Guest Lecturer in TMP’s Fundamentals of Business Strategy course and for UCSB’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Engineering Management, covering topics like Intellectual Property Licensing and Negotiations in the Technology Space. With 30+ years of professional experience spanning Intel Corporation, venture capital, and local government policy, his expertise bridges finance, logistics, and technology management.

• Education: BA in History (UCSB), MBA in Management (UCLA)
• Certifications: Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Logistics (Georgia Tech, University of Tennessee), Mergers & Acquisitions (Stanford)

His research interests align with his practical work, focusing on financial frameworks for technology-driven ventures, strategic resource allocation, and policy implications in cross-sector partnerships. John’s career integrates corporate finance, venture capital operations, and municipal governance, offering a multidisciplinary perspective.

John’s professional roles at Intel Corporation (13 years in finance, IT, and logistics; 19 years in Intel Capital) and his 30-year tenure in local government policy underscore his unique blend of industry and public-sector experience. He has contributed to joint technology development initiatives and equity investment strategies globally.