Christian Hugon is an accomplished R&D Program Manager at Itron, Inc., bringing extensive project management experience from previous roles at Panasonic Automotive, AeroEdge, and Canon, Inc. At Panasonic Automotive, Hugon managed R&D projects for Intelligent Rear-view Mirror Systems, successfully handling project initiation to mass production and achieving significant revenue growth with a major French car manufacturer. As head of the Project Management Office at AeroEdge, Hugon coordinated teams, prioritized tasks, and enhanced customer relationships, resulting in a sixfold increase in mass production within two years. Academic credentials include a Master's degree in Franco-Japanese Management and a Bachelor's degree in Economics and International Relations from prestigious institutions.