J. Thomas Bentley
Director/Board Member at American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
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Thomas Bentley was the founder of SVB Alliant, a company founded in 1990, where he held the title of Managing Director from 1990 to 2005.
He is currently working as a Director at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention since 2012.
In his former positions, Mr. Bentley served as an Independent Director at Nanometrics, Inc. from 2004 to 2019, as well as at Rambus, Inc. from 2005 to 2018.
He also held positions as a Director at Cortina Systems, Inc. and as a Principal at Berkley International LLC.
Mr. Bentley completed his undergraduate studies at Vanderbilt University and obtained a graduate degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
J. Thomas Bentley active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
 American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving lives and providing hope to those affected by suicide. The company is based in New York, NY, with a public policy office in Washington, D.C. The organization has local chapters in all 50 states and offers programs and events nationwide. AFSP creates a culture that is knowledgeable about mental health through education and community programs, advocates for suicide prevention through research and public policy, and provides support for those affected by suicide. If you are concerned that someone may be considering suicide, the AFSP provides resources and guidance on how to talk to someone who may be struggling with their mental health. The CEO of the company is Robert Gebbia. | Director/Board Member | 2012-03-08 |
Former positions of J. Thomas Bentley
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| ONTO INNOVATION INC. | Director/Board Member | 2019-05-21 |
| RAMBUS INC. | Chairman | 2013-03-11 |
SVB Alliant
 SVB Alliant Investment ManagersFinance SVB Alliant is an investment-banking firm, which provides M&A and private capital advisory services to emerging growth companies in the information technology, life science and consumer industries. The company also offers mergers & acquisitions support, private placements and other advisory services to mid-market companies. The company was founded in 1990. SVB Alliant is located in Palo Alto, CA. | Founder | 2005-09-30 |
Berkley International LLC
 Berkley International LLC Insurance Brokers/ServicesFinance Part of W.R. Berkley Corp., Berkley International LLC is a company that provides fire, marine, and casualty insurance services. The company is based in Greenwich, CT. | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Cortina Systems, Inc.
 Cortina Systems, Inc. SemiconductorsElectronic Technology Cortina Systems, Inc. provided communications semiconductor solutions. The company was founded by Amir Nayyerhabibi, Zeineddine Chair, and Hojjat Salemi in 2001 and was headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA. | Director/Board Member | - |
Training of J. Thomas Bentley
| Vanderbilt University | Undergraduate Degree |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | Graduate Degree |
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| Listed companies | 1 |
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| RAMBUS INC. | Electronic Technology |
| Private companies | 5 |
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Nanometrics, Inc.
 Nanometrics, Inc. Electronic Production EquipmentElectronic Technology Nanometrics, Inc. engages in the production of process control metrology and inspection systems used in the fabrication of semiconductors and other solid-state devices. The firm operates through the following geographical segments: South Korea; China; Singapore; United States; Taiwan; Japan; and Others. Its products and solutions include semiconductor; data storage; advanced packaging; HB-LED; solar photovoltaic; and product upgrades. The company was founded by Vincent J. Coates in 1975 and is headquartered in Milpitas, CA. | Electronic Technology |
Cortina Systems, Inc.
Cortina Systems, Inc. SemiconductorsElectronic Technology Cortina Systems, Inc. provided communications semiconductor solutions. The company was founded by Amir Nayyerhabibi, Zeineddine Chair, and Hojjat Salemi in 2001 and was headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA. | Electronic Technology |
SVB Alliant
SVB Alliant Investment ManagersFinance SVB Alliant is an investment-banking firm, which provides M&A and private capital advisory services to emerging growth companies in the information technology, life science and consumer industries. The company also offers mergers & acquisitions support, private placements and other advisory services to mid-market companies. The company was founded in 1990. SVB Alliant is located in Palo Alto, CA. | Finance |
Berkley International LLC
Berkley International LLC Insurance Brokers/ServicesFinance Part of W.R. Berkley Corp., Berkley International LLC is a company that provides fire, marine, and casualty insurance services. The company is based in Greenwich, CT. | Finance |
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving lives and providing hope to those affected by suicide. The company is based in New York, NY, with a public policy office in Washington, D.C. The organization has local chapters in all 50 states and offers programs and events nationwide. AFSP creates a culture that is knowledgeable about mental health through education and community programs, advocates for suicide prevention through research and public policy, and provides support for those affected by suicide. If you are concerned that someone may be considering suicide, the AFSP provides resources and guidance on how to talk to someone who may be struggling with their mental health. The CEO of the company is Robert Gebbia. | Commercial Services |
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