Vince Nakayama

Vince Nakayama is a seasoned technology executive with extensive experience in software, hardware, and user experience design. He served as the Vice President of Software, Electronics, UX, and IT at Lucid Motors from 2019 to 2021, where he led various initiatives to enhance electric vehicle technology, including the development of a scalable cloud platform and data center, and the creation of innovative content experiences that contributed to the company winning the 2022 Motor Trend Car of the Year award.1

Before his tenure at Lucid Motors, Nakayama held significant roles at major tech companies, including:

• Microsoft: VP of Product Management for the Surface portfolio, focusing on AI-based experiences.
• Amazon: VP of Product Development and User Experience at Lab126, where he led the design of the Fire TV.
• Sony: Vice President of Software Development, UX, and Content Operations, contributing to the success of the PlayStation Network.
• Apple: Director of QuickTime Engineering, where he was involved in the original iPhone media team.12

As of November 2023, Nakayama has transitioned to GoPro as the Senior Vice President of Engineering, where he will oversee the engineering organization, driving innovation across hardware, software, and cloud services.23 His career reflects a strong focus on integrating technology and user experience to create impactful products.