Gregory D. Gallinat
About Gregory D. Gallinat
Gregory D. Gallinat serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Kura Technologies, where he focuses on augmented reality glasses development. He has a background in engineering and management, with previous roles at Excelitas Technologies and HP.
Work at Kura Technologies
Gregory D. Gallinat serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Kura Technologies, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he oversees the development of customizable software applications and computer vision SDKs specifically for augmented reality (AR) application development. His leadership focuses on integrating advanced technologies, including silicon photonics and customized mixed-signal ASICs, into AR glasses, which enhances their functionality and user experience.
Previous Experience at Excelitas Technologies
Prior to joining Kura Technologies, Gregory D. Gallinat worked at Excelitas Technologies for 11 years, from 2010 to 2021. During his tenure, he held the position of Global Manager - Consumer Electronics. His responsibilities included overseeing product development and market strategies within the consumer electronics sector, contributing to the company's growth and innovation in technology.
Background in Engineering and Technology
Gregory D. Gallinat has a diverse engineering background, having worked as a Lead Engineer at HP for one year in 1981-1982. He also served as an Antenna Production Engineer at Hughes Aircraft Company from 1982 to 1987. His experiences in these roles provided him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and product development, which he applies in his current position.
Education and Expertise
Gregory D. Gallinat holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California, where he studied from 1984 to 1987. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Michigan, studying from 1976 to 1981. His educational background supports his expertise in developing advanced technologies, particularly in augmented reality.