Chief Technology Officer
Chief Technology Officer

Peter Nelson

Peter Nelson is a veteran technology executive with over 25 years of experience in product design, engineering, and business strategy. He currently serves as Chief Technology Officer at CIQ, leading engineering, product, and design for enterprise infrastructure solutions. Peter has held leadership roles at Apple, Bowers & Wilkins, Caavo, and Eva Automation, where he consistently paired a UX-driven approach with operational excellence to deliver market-defining products and business growth. Notable achievements include revitalizing Apple’s Claris division, driving a product pivot at Caavo that led to them finding product/market fit, and infusing modern streaming technology and intuitive UX into the underserved high-end audio space. A graduate of Harvey Mudd College, Peter combines deep technical expertise with a passion for building resilient, human-centered products and high-performing teams.