- MEMS/Nanotechnology innovation and technical strategy consultant with over a decade of experience and expertise in MEMS product development and working relationship with leading MEMS foundries worldwide. Specialized in high-performance inertial sensors with a Ph.D. on MEMS gyroscopes and accelerometers. - Proven technical manager in the MEMS field with solid industrial experience in leading multi-functional technical teams. Wide exposure to consumer electronics, automotive and aerospace applications.- Innovator with an excellent track record of developing novel micromachined devices from concept through production, by generating new intellectual property and setting technical vision and strategy.- Author of the book "MEMS Vibratory Gyroscopes”, MEMS Reference Shelf Series, Springer. Hardcover, 2009, ISBN: 978-0-387-09535-6.Specialties: - Extensive experience in microsystem design, 3-D modeling, finite element analysis, mask layout, materials and fabrication process development, device interface and control electronics, packaging, system integration, test and characterization, failure analysis, and technology evaluation and licensing. - Proficient in the fabless MEMS business model, having actively directed research and development efforts at leading MEMS foundries worldwide.