SharkNinja Taps Former Amazon Exec Mike Harris to Shape Tech Ecosystem

SharkNinja has named Mike Harris its chief innovation and technology officer. 

In the role, Harris will be responsible for shaping the company’s tech ecosystem, combining robotics engineering, app innovation and IoT to drive global scalability. 

He will lead the company’s global tech teams and work cross-functionally with the design, product, marketing R&D and operations divisions, while focusing on agile development and technical excellence.

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Mark Barrocas, CEO of SharkNinja, said Harris was selected for his track record as a results-driven leader who builds high-performing teams and delivers consumer impact through technology. 

“His ability to turn complex challenges into simple, effective solutions aligns perfectly with our obsession to solve real problems in the home,” he said in a statement. “As we continue to scale globally, Mike will work to unlock our next wave of consumer-first innovation.”

Ross Richardson, chief design officer, said SharkNinja will use Harris’s expertise to scale its innovation engine globally while driving more intuitive, tech-forward solutions.

Harris said in a statement that he will blend deep consumer insight with cutting-edge engineering to create the next generation of connected, intelligent products.