Head Of Innovation And Business Development, Corporate R&D
San Diego, Ca, Us
Reporting to the CTO, founded, staffed and ran group chartered with developing new business areas for Qualcomm with potential revenues of $1B+/yr. In addition the group also developed strategic direction for Qualcomm future technologies and development areas.Developed the Innovation Engine process that resulted in 8 highly successful new programs including; Qualcomm's Augmented Reality Program (Vuforia), Contextual Awareness, Processors based on the Mammalian Nervous System (Zeroth), Indoor Position Location (iZat) and Qualcomm's Wireless Charging program (Halo & WiPower).Led the business development and marketing for all non-air interface R&D project with a team of 10. Developed key partnerships and commercialization strategies and agreements for new projects within CR&D.Formed and lead a User Experience group within Qualcomm R&D.