Sam Miri is an accomplished technology executive with more than two decades of experience leading business development, global sales, product strategy, and strategic partnerships across the semiconductor, sensor, software, and hardware industries. Combining an engineering background with executive leadership expertise, he has built a career around helping innovative organizations commercialize emerging technologies and expand into competitive global markets.
Currently serving as Director of Business Development for NextInput, a Qorvo company, Sam plays a key role in advancing human-machine interface (HMI) technologies for mobile and consumer electronics. His responsibilities include identifying new market opportunities, cultivating long-term partnerships, supporting product adoption, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive sustainable business growth.
Throughout his career, Sam has remained committed to a leadership philosophy built on accessibility, collaboration, and execution. Rather than directing projects from a distance, he believes successful organizations are built through hands-on involvement and close partnerships with engineering teams, customers, and stakeholders.
Sam's technical foundation began at Santa Clara University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering & Mathematics. Studying in Silicon Valley provided firsthand exposure to one of the world's most innovative technology ecosystems, shaping his appreciation for entrepreneurship and fast-moving product development.
His engineering education continues to influence the way he approaches business challenges. Whether evaluating new technologies, supporting product launches, or developing go-to-market strategies, Sam leverages analytical thinking alongside practical business experience to deliver measurable results.
This combination of technical expertise and commercial leadership enables him to bridge communication between engineering organizations and executive decision-makers while helping customers understand the value of complex technologies.
Over the course of his career, Sam has worked with both startups and internationally recognized technology companies, contributing to initiatives spanning North America, Europe, and global markets.
His professional experience includes leadership in:
Semiconductor technologies
MEMS sensor solutions
Motion sensing platforms
Human-machine interfaces
Software integration
Consumer electronics
Smart building technologies
Connected devices
IoT ecosystems
Business strategy and global expansion
His ability to adapt across industries while maintaining a customer-first perspective has positioned him as a trusted executive leader capable of guiding organizations through periods of rapid innovation and growth.