Haptic Industry Forum Announces New Board of Directors

(San Francisco, California) – Dec 15, 2025): The Haptic Industry Forum (HIF) today announced the results of its recent Board of Directors election, confirming both returning and newly elected members who will serve on the organization’s governing body.

The following directors have been re-elected to the HIF Board of Directors:

  • Elisa Santella, Grewus
  • Tim Szeto, Titan Haptics
  • Priyanka Gajiwala, Dell
  • Sebastien Boire-Lavigne, D-BOX
  • Manuel Cruz, Innovobot Labs

HIF also welcomes the following new directors, who have been elected to the Board for the first time:

  • Nesh Gandhe, Microsoft
  • Ethan Sturm, Cirque

The newly elected Board of Directors will begin its term in January 2025. In accordance with HIF’s bylaws, the Board will convene at an upcoming meeting to elect officers and begin collaborative planning for the year ahead.

“The combination of returning and newly elected directors provides continuity while bringing new perspectives to HIF’s leadership,” said Manuel Cruz, President of the Haptic Industry Forum. “We look forward to working together as the Board begins its new term and continues to support HIF’s mission and the broader haptics ecosystem.”

Together, the Board will continue to guide HIF in advancing haptic technologies through industry collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the development of best practices.

 

About the Haptic Industry Forum (HIF)

The Haptic Industry Forum is a global, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing haptic technology through collaboration, education, and industry alignment. HIF brings together companies, researchers, and innovators to support the adoption and evolution of haptics across multiple industries.

For more information, visit www.hapticsif.org.

 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Manuel Cruz

Innovobot Labs

mcruz@innovobot.com