Dr. Marin Soljačić: A professor at MIT, Dr. Soljačić is renowned for his foundational work on WiTricity, a method to transfer electric energy or power over distance without wires, paving the way for efficient wireless power transfer.
Alex Gruzen: As the CEO of WiTricity, Gruzen leads the charge in developing wireless charging solutions for electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and medical devices. His vision encompasses a wirelessly powered future across multiple sectors.
Dr. Alanson Sample: Leading the lab at Apple for wireless charging research, Dr. Sample’s previous work at Disney Research and the University of Washington produced novel methods for mid-range wireless power transfer.
Katie Hall: Co-founder of WiTricity and a pioneering figure in resonant wireless power, Hall’s innovations have been critical in proving the scalability and efficiency of wireless charging technologies.
Dr. Hubert Zangl: Professor at the University of Klagenfurt, Dr. Zangl’s work in wireless power transfer, especially in the field of medical devices and implants, promises a future where devices inside the body can be powered or charged without invasive procedures.
Jennifer Zhao: Executive VP at Efficient Power Conversion (EPC), Zhao has been a driving force behind the application of gallium nitride (GaN) in wireless power, which is critical for improving efficiency in power transfer.
Sanjay Gupta: As the president of AirFuel Alliance, a consortium dedicated to building a global wireless charging standard, Gupta’s leadership role ensures the interoperability and widespread adoption of wireless charging solutions.
Dr. Paul Mitcheson: A professor at Imperial College London, Dr. Mitcheson’s work in energy harvesting and wireless power transfer techniques is influential in areas like wearable technology, pushing the limits of how devices receive power.
Michael Leabman: Founder and CTO of Energous Corporation, Leabman’s work on the WattUp wireless charging technology offers a glimpse into long-range wireless power transfer, potentially revolutionizing how devices across rooms can be charged.
Menno Treffers: As the chairman of the Wireless Power Consortium, the group behind the Qi wireless charging standard, Treffers’ role is central in ensuring standardization and broad adoption of wireless charging in consumer electronics.
