Omar Abed is CTO of InvenSense, leading innovation for next generation MEMS sensor products and generating strategy for ensuring competitive advantage and technology leadership. Prior to serving as CTO, Omar led TDK Invensense as President & CEO and led the Microphone Business Unit helping to drive the business for innovation and high growth. Before joining TDK, Omar led TE Connectivity’s $300M pressure sensor business as GM & VP. Previously, he was President & CEO of SMI, transforming the company to multiple years of double-digit growth before its acquisition. His earlier experience includes roles at Analog Devices and Kavlico Corporation, driving MEMS strategy and ultra-low-power sensor design.
He holds a B.S. in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from UC Berkeley and an M.S. in Electrical Engineering (Analog & RF Circuit Design) from USC and is an alumnus of Harvard Business School through the PLD program. Omar holds seven patents across several MEMS technologies.