Mike Backman

Mike Backman has worked with advanced technology and its commercialization for 25 years. He currently provides consultation on general management and business development at UES. Previously, Mike has worked with various technology companies including Beijing-based Momenta, the $1 billion full stack autonomous vehicle software concern. Mike was the General Manager (NA) for Mobileye, the market leader in technology for autonomous vehicles, driver assistance and collision avoidance systems, where he grew the aftermarket business from its earliest stages until the company’s $15 billion acquisition by Intel. Michael also led DC Safety’s sales efforts, successfully supplying over 15 of the largest vehicle OEMs. Previously, Mike was Vice President – Global Sales & Marketing for Rockwell Automation’s precision motion control business, and also started and managed the Motion Control business unit for Thomson Industries. Mike has a B.S. degree in electrical engineering from New York University-Polytechnic, a New York State Professional Engineer license, several patents in motor control, and has worked on technology committees at NEMA and DeVry University.