Chris Koopmans
Chief Operating Officer
As Chief Operating Officer at Marvell, Chris Koopmans leads the company’s global business operations, ensuring the successful execution of its strategic goals while shaping its long-term growth strategy. His leadership spans critical functions, including operations, marketing, information technology, and facilities. The Multimarket Business Group, which includes several of Marvell’s core businesses, also reports to Chris.
Prior to becoming COO, Chris served as Executive Vice President of Marketing and Business Operations, where he led corporate transformation initiatives, M&A integrations, and global corporate marketing. He previously headed Marvell’s Networking Business Group and Global Sales and Marketing, playing a key role in expanding the company’s market presence and driving growth.
Chris earned a B.S. in Computer Engineering with Highest Honors from the University of Illinois. As a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow, he pursued advanced studies in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the same institution. To date, he holds more than 10 issued patents.
