CalAmp Corp. announced that Chris Adams will be joining the company as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 22, 2024. Adams is an accomplished technology leader who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to CalAmp.

He possesses a unique combination of technical depth, operational skills, and general management experience from a broad range of technology companies ? most recently as VP/GM of the Automotive Sensing Division at onsemi. Adams started his career in engineering and engineering leadership and has served in general management roles for more than 20 years.

Prior to his current role at onsemi, Adams held business unit leadership roles with LSI Logic, Sony Electronics, and BAE Systems. Adams also served as President and CEO of Pixim, an imaging semiconductor company that was subsequently acquired by Sony Electronics. Adams holds a Master of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University. Jason Cohenour, Interim CEO of CalAmp, will be working with Chris and the CalAmp management team to ensure a smooth transition of leadership responsibilities.

Following the transition, Cohenour will resume his role as independent director of CalAmp?s board of directors.