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Eric West is a multidisciplinary leader with over 18 years of experience. He leverages emerging technologies to achieve impactful results for market leaders in B2B, B2C, and B2B2C spaces. He effectively bridges legacy systems with innovative solutions, driving transformative outcomes. Key achievements include securing $25M of funding from DARPA for Sikorsky Aircraft’s Blackhawk helicopter modernization to support a strategic technology hedge. At Harman, he led the lifestyle audio unit in forging commercial relationships to revitalize growth. At Ford, he commercialized a customer-insights-driven initiative, attracting a strategic partner to co-invest over $103M into a JV spin-out company. Eric seeks a director role in a forward-thinking company eager to harness emerging technologies for transformative growth through early-stage partnerships. He holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon and Columbia and an MBA from NYU Stern. His experience was further enriched after Harman’s acquisition by Samsung, where he collaborated with startups and innovation labs in Silicon Valley to drive technology commercialization and strategic growth. Open Innovation Leadership | Strategic Partnerships & Alliances | Emerging Technology Scouting & Evaluation | Startup Collaboration & Ecosystem Management | Product Commercialization Strategy | Cross-Functional Project Management | Technology Trend Analysis | Business Development & Negotiation | Consumer-Centric Innovation | AI & Emerging Technologies Integration | Executive Stakeholder Communication | R&D Portfolio Management