Michael Hooper

Michael Hooper has over 20 years of work experience in various roles within the technology and automotive industries. Michael began their career at Land Rover US NSC, where they served as a Range Rover & Discovery Product Champion and later as a Product Development Manager for Accessories. Michael then moved on to Aston Martin - Jaguar - Land Rover (AMJLR), where they held positions such as Global Business Development Manager for Accessories, Global Telematics/Infotainment Strategy Manager, and Global Product and Brand Manager for Freelander. Following their time at AMJLR, Hooper joined XM Satellite Radio as a Manager for Advanced Applications & Services, where they played a key role in the innovation and management of infotainment telematic services. Michael later joined Harman International as a Sales Engineer, supporting Asian OEM partners in launching telematic systems. Most recently, Hooper has been working at Iridium, first as a Product Manager and then progressing to roles such as an Associate Director and eventually the Director & General Manager of the Aviation Line of Business. Throughout their career, Hooper has been responsible for strategic planning, product management, regulatory activities, and building relationships with industry partners.

Michael Hooper earned their Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland, where they attended from 1988 to 1993.