Chiaren Cushing

Chiaren Cushing is a seasoned global business development executive with a successful track record in establishing and expanding new business ventures in competitive markets. With a strong emphasis on alliances and market strategies, Chiaren has led business development efforts across various sectors including telecommunications infrastructure, data centers, and wireless technologies. Prior to this, Chiaren played a pivotal role in developing and executing QUALCOMM’s global ecosystem strategy for smart devices.

Chiaren's strategic expertise extends to a wide array of technologies such as IoT, Edge Computing, Data Management, Cloud services, Artificial Intelligence, Wireless communication, Satellite technology, and Application Platforms. Chiaren has a deep understanding of building partner ecosystems to introduce and refine innovative solutions, establishing strategic control points for emerging technologies.

Over the course of two decades, Chiaren has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills in managing cross-functional teams across international borders. With a focus on innovation, Chiaren has successfully overseen multi-vendor implementation cycles in Asia, Europe, and North America. Chiaren excels in team development and transformation to drive progress and success in all endeavors.

Chiaren's specialties include Global Business Development, Marketing, Negotiation, Corporate Strategy, Process Improvement, and High Technology Sales. Chiaren holds a BS in International Business and Marketing from the University of Colorado Boulder - Leeds School of Business, an Executive MBA from San Diego State University, and has studied at Peking University.

Having held key positions such as Vice President of Business Development at Crown Castle, Director of Business Development at Equinix, Director of Global Business Development at Qualcomm, Vice President of Global Business Development at Roundbox, Senior Director of Global Business Development at Roundbox, Global Business Development lead for the Asia-Pacific region at Qualcomm, and as a Consultant at PricewaterhouseCoopers, Chiaren brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the business development arena.