Chad Lucien Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc, Us

Rockville, Maryland, Us

I lead the Sensors and Audio business unit which develops and licenses AI and embedded voice, audio and sensing technologies that enable innovative user experiences for consumer electronics and IoT devices. Our product lines include an AI processor (NPU) silicon IP solution and software for spatial audio, voice processing and sensor fusion applications. Products are licensed to OEM's and semiconductor companies in the Hearables, Wearables, TV, Smart Home, AR/VR/XR, Robotics, PC, and IIoT markets.

Rockville, Maryland, Us

I led Ceva's Sensor Fusion business unit which developed and licensed software and hardware products to enable the intelligent use of sensors in Hearables, Wearables, XR, Robotics, PC, TV, and Remote controls products. Our customers, including LG, Samsung and iRobot, have shipped over 300 Million devices with our MotionEngine sensor fusion technology.CEVA acquired the Hillcrest Labs' sensor technology division of InterDigital in July 2019 and it was established as the foundation for the Sensor Fusion BU at CEVA.

Rockville, Maryland, Us

N5 Sensors is a revolutionary AI, sensing and cloud solutions technology company protecting people and the environment against threats from wildfire and harmful chemicals and deploying solutions with a hardware and software as a service (SaaS) offering. As a member of the Board of Advisors, I provide the company's leadership with guidance on the go-to-market strategy, partnerships and business operations.

Wilmington, De, Us

The Hillcrest Labs division of InterDigital developed and licensed software and hardware products to enable the intelligent use of sensors in consumer electronics and IoT devices. As VP & GM of InterDigital and President of the Hillcrest Labs division, I was responsible for the executive leadership, business strategy, and P&L for the company. The company operated as a wholly owned subsidiary of InterDigital, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDCC) since its acquisition in December 2016.

Wilmington, De, Us

Owned top line revenue generation for the Hillcrest Labs division in InterDigital. Led worldwide sales, strategic partnership development, business development/corporate development, and marketing operations. Led the integration key sales and marketing functions into InterDigital post acquisition.

Rockville, Md, Us

During my tenure at Hillcrest Labs, I led initiatives to increase revenue and expand market share by defining corporate strategy, launching new products, implementing a global sales force, developing strategic partner and customer relationships, and executing financing transactions. Played a key role in the company’s acquisition by InterDigital.Owned top line revenue generation through leadership of the worldwide sales, strategic partnership development, business development/corporate development, and marketing operations at the company. Led a team across the US, EU and APAC to develop strategic partnerships and close software and IP license agreements with global consumer electronics OEMs and semiconductor manufacturers. Spearheaded Hillcrest's entry into China, launched a new hardware product line, and managed a team to close deals with industry leaders. Direct report to the CEO.

Rockville, Md, Us

General management of Hillcrest’s sensor processing software and hardware product line and business lead for corporate strategy. Spearheaded the creation of the sensor technology business line and development of the go-to-market strategy. Led partnership development activities, negotiated and closed license agreements with global consumer electronics companies, and collaborated with sales on new customer opportunities. Secured LG Electronics as Hillcrest Lab's first TV OEM customer to enable the LG Magic Remote in early 2010. Initiated, negotiated and closed an intellectual property license agreement with Sony PlayStation.

Rockville, Md, Us

Led business development, strategic planning and business analysis activities to enable Hillcrest Lab's licensing and deployment of its interactive TV software platform and motion-sensing remote control software. Developed partnerships, managed pre-sales engagements, negotiated and closed software license agreements, and led venture financing activities.

Rockville, Md, Us

Led business development, strategic planning and business analysis activities to enable Hillcrest Lab's licensing and deployment of its revolutionary HoME® interactive TV software platform and Freespace® motion technology. Led business development activities with cable and IPTV operators, set-top box manufacturers, PC peripheral makers, content providers, and middleware suppliers

An interactive television software and intellectual property company backed by four of the largest U.S. cable operators at this time - Comcast, Cox, Charter and Adelphia. Leadership role in the business planning and execution of a spin-out to establish TVGateway as an independent entity. Led all strategic planning, business development and financial management functions reporting to the CEO after completion of the spin-out.

Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, Us

An operational consulting and venture capital firm for the technology and communications sectors. Provided strategy and financial consulting for senior executives and investors of a variety of technology companies, including an engagement to evaluate and execute the spin-out of TVGateway. Managed the due diligence and investment analysis to advise Katalyst's investment in several venture capital deals.

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Advised on sell-side M&A engagements and conducted securities valuations and transaction fairness opinions for a broad range of companies in multiple sectors that included software, Internet, satellite radio, IT services, food services, and real estate.

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Bachelors, Finance, Marketing

International Business, Finance, Management