Chuck Gritton

Chuck Gritton has over 40 years of work experience in the technology industry. Chuck began their career at Bell Labs, where they developed signal processing algorithms and designed ASIC devices. Chuck also managed the development of echo canceller products and led international standards efforts for echo cancellation.

From 1994 to 1998, Gritton worked at Coherent Communications as the CTO, where they defined technical and product strategy and oversaw the development of various products, including video conferencing systems and digital echo cancellers.

Chuck then joined Tellabs as the CTO, where they defined the technology roadmap and vision and developed signal processing algorithms and software. Gritton also executed the divisional patent strategy and competitive assessments.

In 2002, Gritton co-founded Broadsword Technologies, where they served as the President and Chief Technology Officer.

From 2003 to 2018, Gritton was the CTO at Hillcrest Labs, a leading provider of motion solutions for the consumer market. Chuck was responsible for vision, roadmap, high-level specifications, and IP portfolio management.

After Hillcrest Labs became a division of InterDigital in 2016, Gritton continued to serve as the CTO of Hillcrest Labs. During this time, the division focused on sensor-based products and services for consumer products and explored applications of motion sensing in the expanding Internet of Things (IoT).

In 2018, Gritton joined Dwellwell Analytics, Inc. as the CTO.

Overall, Gritton has extensive experience in defining technology strategies, developing signal processing algorithms, managing product development, and leading international standards efforts.

Chuck Gritton holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Virginia. The specific years of their education and any other educational experiences are not provided.