George Nakagami
About George Nakagami
George Nakagami serves as the Senior Director of Sales at Rambus and Japan Country Manager, with a career spanning over three decades in the technology sector. He has held various leadership roles in sales and marketing across multiple companies, including Mips and Integrated Device Technology, Inc.
Work at Rambus
George Nakagami has been with Rambus since 2016, initially serving as Director of Sales and the Rambus Security Division - Cryptography Research. In 2018, he advanced to the position of Senior Director, Sales and Japan Country Manager. His role involves overseeing sales strategies and operations within the company, particularly focusing on the Japanese market. His tenure at Rambus has spanned over eight years, during which he has contributed to the company's growth and market presence in the security and cryptography sectors.
Previous Experience at MIPS
Prior to his current role, George Nakagami worked at MIPS from 2001 to 2013. He held various positions, including Vice President of Japan Sales and Japan Country Manager, as well as Director of Business Development. His experience at MIPS lasted for a total of seven years, during which he played a significant role in expanding the company's market reach in Japan. He also served as Senior Marketing Manager and contributed to business development efforts.
Career at IDT - Integrated Device Technology, Inc.
George Nakagami's career at IDT spanned from 1993 to 1999. He held multiple roles, including FAE and Marketing Manager, and later as Country Manager of the Winchip Business. His work involved managing product lines and marketing strategies, contributing to the company's operations in the semiconductor industry. His experience at IDT provided him with a strong foundation in technical sales and marketing.
Educational Background
George Nakagami studied at Nihon University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from 1981 to 1984. He completed his secondary education at Hongo High School from 1978 to 1981. His educational background in physics has equipped him with a strong analytical foundation, which has been beneficial in his various roles in the technology sector.
Early Career and Roles in Japan
Before moving to the United States, George Nakagami worked at Ryoyo Electro Corporation as FAE for Intel System Product from 1983 to 1988. He also served as RISC Microprocessor FAE at IDT from 1988 to 1993. These early roles in Japan provided him with extensive experience in technical support and product development, laying the groundwork for his later career in sales and management within the technology industry.