Identiv Appoints Amir Khoshniyati as General Manager and Vice President, Transponder Business

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Identiv, Inc. (NASDAQ: INVE) has appointed Amir Khoshniyati as General Manager and Vice President of the Transponder Business, effective immediately. This strategic move aims to enhance leadership in the RFID market by expanding teams in sales, business development, product management, and R&D. Khoshniyati, who previously served as Vice President of Business Development, brings extensive experience in NFC, RFID, and IoT from his tenure at leading RFID companies. The appointment aligns with Identiv's focus on accelerating growth in multiple industries, including healthcare and smart packaging.

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• Appointment of Amir Khoshniyati as GM and VP enhances leadership and strategic direction in the RFID market.
• Continued investment in Singapore-based production site to expand capabilities.
• A strong partner ecosystem supporting the transponder business growth.

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Appointment Accelerates Leadership in RFID Market by Expanding Sales, Business Development, Product Management, and R&D Teams

FREMONT, Calif., Dec. 06, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Identiv, Inc. (NASDAQ: INVE), a global leader in digital security and identification in the Internet of Things (IoT), today announced Amir Khoshniyati as General Manager and Vice President, Transponder Business. Mr. Khoshniyati is responsible for the company’s global radio frequency identification (RFID) technology solutions business. The appointment reinforces Identiv’s high-momentum growth and success in the RFID segment across several industries, including healthcare, mobility, and smart packaging.

Mr. Khoshniyati joined Identiv in August 2021 as Vice President of Business Development, Americas. He brings exceptional global experience across all facets of near-field communication (NFC), RFID, and the IoT. Prior to Identiv, Mr. Khoshniyati served in senior-level business operations positions with leading RFID manufacturers, including Avery Dennison and Smartrac Technology.

“Identiv’s transponder business is well-positioned for continued accelerated growth under Amir’s leadership while also having built a strong partner ecosystem which includes a mix of leading suppliers, converters, and system integrators,” said Dr. Manfred Mueller, Identiv COO. “We have also invested substantially in our Singapore-based production site and will continue to do so to further scale beyond our nine-figure production capabilities.”

“As we look to capitalize on the volatility of the market with the innovative and specialized products in our portfolio, we are equally focused on expanding the RFID team through 2022 to complement our ongoing growth,” said Mr. Khoshniyati. “We will continue adding experienced and dynamic team members in sales, business development, product management, and R&D across all regions.”

Identiv's RFID and NFC solutions verify identities and security in the IoT and are embedded in billions of everyday objects, including medical devices, books, toys, athletic apparel, perishables, and pharmaceuticals. The company’s NFC app development, MedTech and pharma, authentication, anti-counterfeiting and brand protection, tracking, cold chain, sensing, eco-friendly, and UHF solutions let you create your own products, ecosystems, and experiences.

For more information on Identiv’s complete end-to-end portfolio, call +1 888.809.8880 or contact sales@identiv.com.

About Identiv
Identiv, Inc. is a global leader in digitally securing the physical world. Identiv’s platform encompasses RFID and NFC, cybersecurity, and the full spectrum of physical access, video, and audio security. Identiv is a publicly traded company, and its common stock is listed on the NASDAQ Stock Market LLC in the U.S. under the symbol “INVE.” For more information, visit identiv.com.

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FAQ

Who is Amir Khoshniyati in relation to Identiv?

Amir Khoshniyati is appointed as General Manager and Vice President of the Transponder Business at Identiv, overseeing their global RFID technology solutions.

What industries is Identiv focusing on for RFID technology growth?

Identiv is focusing on the healthcare, mobility, and smart packaging industries to accelerate growth in RFID technology.

What experience does Amir Khoshniyati bring to Identiv?

Khoshniyati brings exceptional global experience from previous senior roles in RFID and IoT, including positions at Avery Dennison and Smartrac Technology.

What is Identiv's strategy for its RFID team in 2022?

Identiv plans to expand its RFID team through 2022, focusing on adding experienced members in sales, business development, product management, and R&D.