Michael Backman is a technology executive with experience spanning pre-revenue startups through IPO and mature global public companies in markets including electric and automated vehicles, industrial robotics and automation, energy, and software. He has held senior leadership positions across engineering, sales, marketing, and general management with full P&L responsibility, giving him a broad perspective on bringing advanced technologies to market and scaling businesses around them. His experience includes roles with SUPERClean Glass, Spectivate, Mobileye, Unique Electric Solutions, DC Safety, Rockwell Automation, and Thomson Industries. Michael holds a BSEE from NYU-Polytechnic and is an inventor on multiple patents.