A transformational $10 million gift from the Vizio founder and his wife creates the William Wang Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Hub — and may establish a new model for engineering entrepreneurship nationwide.

USC alumnus and entrepreneur William Wang reflects on his journey from founding Robotron to building Vizio into a $2.3 billion company. He shares how resilience, innovation, and taking calculated risks shaped his career, while emphasizing the importance of giving back. Today, Wang is investing in the next generation of engineers through philanthropy at USC Viterbi, helping ensure students have the opportunities and support to turn their own bold ideas into reality.

Lisa Rosas

Lisa was born and raised in Southern California. Although she lived her entire life in some of the best weather, Lisa decided for a change of scenery for college and pursued her undergraduate degree at the University of Dubuque in Iowa. While there, she was a two-sport athlete. After experiencing beyond-freezing temperatures, she returned home with inspiration to work in higher education. She is currently pursuing a Master of Education degree with USC Rossier. In her free time you’ll find her snowboarding, playing soccer, or reading.

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