Sam Kang
About Sam Kang
Sam Kang is the VP of Hardware at Eight Sleep, with extensive experience in engineering and executive roles, including founding Zest Kitchen and leading engineering projects at Mindtribe Product Engineering.
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Sam Kang is currently the Vice President of Hardware at Eight Sleep.
Current Company
As the VP of Hardware at Eight Sleep, Sam Kang plays a crucial role in overseeing the development and implementation of hardware technologies. One of the significant products developed under his leadership is the Pod Pro, which optimizes sleep quality by controlling bed temperature.
Previous Roles
Prior to his role at Eight Sleep, Sam was the Founder and CEO of Zest Kitchen from 2020 to 2021. He has also held leadership roles at Mindtribe Product Engineering as Chief Operating Officer / VP of Engineering from 2012 to 2020. His early career saw him working as a Strategy Consultant at Bain & Company and as an Engineering Consultant at both Jawbone and Tesla Motors.
Education and Expertise
Sam Kang holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the UCLA Anderson School of Management, where he focused on Strategy and Entrepreneurship. He also earned a Master of Science (MS) and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical Engineering from Stanford University, equipping him with a solid foundation in both technical and strategic disciplines.
Engineering and Leadership Background
Sam has extensive experience transitioning from technical positions to leadership roles. At Mindtribe Product Engineering, he contributed significantly to the company's growth and operational success. His technical expertise and strategic business acumen have been pivotal in various engineering projects and company developments.