CEO, advisor, and deep-tech operator, investor.
I started my career leading GlobeSpan, growing it from $2M to over $1B in revenue and taking it public at a $10B market cap. Partnering with visionaries like Masayoshi Son (SoftBank), I led major acquisitions and helped TPG Global secure its first $1B fund.  After GlobeSpan, I advised Francisco Partners, Index Ventures, and TPG, served on boards like Commvault and CXignited, and co-founded Alp Capital, managing 70+ tech investments. I also run Dean Rumlock Management, focusing on deep-tech investments.
Public Resources / Current Engagements
Augmented Intelligence
Augmented Intelligence is an interactive AI-driven decision-making and problem-solving framework that dynamically applies the most relevant subset of 51 thinking styles to optimize decision-making across multiple domains.
Dean Rumlock
My private investment and advisory firm focused on deep-tech and high-growth markets. Portfolio company clients range from Fortune 500 to S&P Global 100.
Podcast
A distinguished forum where high-tech insights meet expert dialogue. Originally sparked by friendly conversations among business peers, our show now connects industry execs and investors, offering strategic perspectives powered by advanced AI and deep market analysis.
Past Engagements
Globespan
A global semiconductor leader I scaled from $2M to over $1B in revenue, expanding market share to 50%+ and leading a $10B NASDAQ IPO.
TPG
A leading private equity firm with $200B+ AUM, where I helped secure their first $1B fund.
Fransisco Partners
A tech-focused private equity firm with $45B AUM, where I advised on semiconductor and deep-tech investments, including MagnaChip Semiconductor.
Commvault
A NASDAQ-listed data management company spun out from AT&T’s Bell Labs, where I served as a Non-Executive Director.
Index Ventures
A venture capital firm with $12B AUM, known for backing Dropbox, Slack, and Robinhood. I advised on Beam Express, a semiconductor investment.
Tagsys RFID
An RFID technology leader, later acquired by Mojix, where I served as a Non-Executive Director guiding strategy and growth.
ALP Capital
A private investment firm retained by Dahlia Partners (Natexis) to manage a portfolio of 70+ French tech companies, where I was Co-Founder & Partner.
Augmented Intelligence Library Highlights
Embracing the Tech Mindset: Why Non-Tech Companies Must Think Like Tech Companies
The Science of Persuasion Analytics: Insights, Techniques, and Case Studies
Programmatic Advertising: Understanding the Basics and the Impact of AI and Neuromarketing Introduction
The Art of the Prompt: Mastering Gen AI Technology
Does Your Board of Directors Have the Latest Upgrade?
The Art of the Prompt - How to Keep AI from Making Us Dumber
How to Ensure True Board Independence
The Evolving Landscape of Publicly Traded Companies: Challenges and Required Capabilities
The Strategic Advantage of Adding a Tech Executive to the Board: Enhancing Performance and Competitiveness for Non-Tech Companies
Balancing Market-Focused and Competitor-Focused Cultures for Optimal Business Performance
How to Design a Board: Balancing Essential and Complementary Skills for Effective Governance
The Evolution of the Early-Stage Startup Environment Over the Past Decade
Augmented Human Cognition: A Construct for a New Era of Human Intelligence
Leveraging Cognition as a Service (CaaS) to Enhance Advisory and Consulting Services
Evaluating Character Depth When Hiring Technology C-Suite Executives and Board Members
The Symbiotic Relationship Between CEO, Company Culture, and Board Culture
Board Skill Set and Experience Diversity as a Sustainable Competitive Advantage
The Evolution of Marketing Techniques: From Traditional Methods to Modern Strategies
The Power of Storytelling in Business Communications
Mastering SEO: A Comprehensive Guide to Boosting Website Visibility
Adding a New Independent Board Member is the Start of Board Transformation - Not Another Rubber Stamp
The Most Critical Issues for Today's Board Directors
It's Lonely At The Top...No More
How Do Executive Recruiters Evaluate C-Suite and Board Candidates?
The Advantages of Multilingual Capabilities for Business Professionals
EQ: What Is It, How to Develop It, and Use It for Optimal Performance and Value Add
Unleashing the Power of Superlearners: Strategies for Mastering the Art of Learning
Unlocking the Power of Intuitive Learning: How Intuitive Learners Can Become Superlearners
The Secrets of Acquiring and Applying Wisdom in Business and Life
The Power of Being Disciplined in One’s Rigor and Rigorous in One’s Discipline
The History and Efficacy of Prayer: A Scientific Perspective
Intuitive Learners vs. Traditional Learners: The Role of Curiosity and Attention to Detail
The New Language of Business: How an AI-Literate Workforce is the New Competitive Advantage
How to Become a Super Learner: The Power of Preparation and Resilience
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