Eric Singer Biography and Net Worth

Director of Immersion


Eric Singer has served as the managing member of VIEX Capital Advisors, LLC, an investment manager of certain affiliated funds, since May 2014. From March 2012 until September 2014, Mr. Singer served as co-managing member of Potomac Capital Management III, L.L.C., the general partner of Potomac Capital Partners III, L.P. (PCP III), and Potomac Capital Management II, L.L.C., the general partner of Potomac Capital Partners II, L.P. (PCP II) and served as an advisor to Potomac Capital Management, L.L.C. and its related entities from May 2009 until September 2014. The principal business of PCP III and PCP II is investing in securities. Since July 2019, Mr. Singer has served as a director of A10 Networks, an application controller and firewall cloud security company, and has served as lead independent director since September 2020. Since March 2020, Mr. Singer has served as a director of Immersion Corporation, a premier licensing company focused on the creation, design, development, and licensing of innovative haptic technologies, and has served as executive chairman since August 2020. 

Mr. Singer has served as a director of numerous public companies, including: Quantum Corporation from November 2017 to November 2019; as chairman of its board of RhythmOne plc from February 2018 (after its acquisition of YuMe, Inc.) until the sale of RhythmOne plc in April 2019; YuMe, Inc. from June 2016 to February 2018, including as chairman of its board beginning in November 2016; Support.com from June 2016 to March 2019; Numerex Corp. from March 2016 until its sale in December 2017; TigerLogic Corporation from January 2015 until December 2016; IEC Electronics from February 2015 to August 2017; Meru Networks, Inc. from January 2014 until January 2015; PLX Technology, Inc. from December 2013 until its sale in August 2014; Sigma Designs, Inc. from August 2012 until December 2013, including as chairman of its board from January 2013 until December 2013; and Zilog Corporation from August 2008 until its sale in February 2010.

What is Eric Singer's net worth?

The estimated net worth of Eric Singer is at least $4.71 million as of December 1st, 2022. Mr. Singer owns 653,269 shares of Immersion stock worth more than $4,710,069 as of April 24th. This net worth evaluation does not reflect any other investments that Mr. Singer may own. Additionally, Mr. Singer receives an annual salary of $3,780,000.00 as Director at Immersion. Learn More about Eric Singer's net worth.

How old is Eric Singer?

Mr. Singer is currently 51 years old. There are 1 older executives and no younger executives at Immersion. Learn More on Eric Singer's age.

What is Eric Singer's salary?

As the Director of Immersion Co., Mr. Singer earns $3,780,000.00 per year. Learn More on Eric Singer's salary.

How do I contact Eric Singer?

The corporate mailing address for Mr. Singer and other Immersion executives is 50 RIO ROBLES, SAN JOSE CA, 95134. Immersion can also be reached via phone at (408) 467-1900 and via email at [email protected]. Learn More on Eric Singer's contact information.

Has Eric Singer been buying or selling shares of Immersion?

Eric Singer has not been actively trading shares of Immersion over the course of the past ninety days. Most recently, on Thursday, December 1st, Eric Singer bought 20,000 shares of Immersion stock. The stock was acquired at an average cost of $7.29 per share, with a total value of $145,800.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider now directly owns 653,269 shares of the company's stock, valued at $4,762,331.01. Learn More on Eric Singer's trading history.

Who are Immersion's active insiders?

Immersion's insider roster includes Aaron Akerman (CFO), Francis Jose (CEO), William Martin (Director), Michael Okada (General Counsel), Eric Singer (Director), and Jared Smith (CEO). Learn More on Immersion's active insiders.

Are insiders buying or selling shares of Immersion?

During the last year, Immersion insiders bought shares 8 times. They purchased a total of 169,572 shares worth more than $1,316,227.78. During the last year, insiders at the software maker sold shares 2 times. They sold a total of 33,772 shares worth more than $269,297.04. The most recent insider tranaction occured on March, 13th when Director Elias Nader sold 13,000 shares worth more than $106,860.00. Insiders at Immersion own 5.5% of the company. Learn More about insider trades at Immersion.

Information on this page was last updated on 3/13/2024.

Eric Singer Insider Trading History at Immersion

Transaction DateBuy/SellNumber of SharesAverage Share PriceTotal TransactionShares Held After TransactionDetails
12/1/2022Buy20,000$7.29$145,800.00653,269View SEC Filing Icon  
8/22/2022Buy55,110$5.28$290,980.80621,356View SEC Filing Icon  
8/18/2022Buy64,007$5.15$329,636.05566,246View SEC Filing Icon  
12/13/2021Buy45,000$5.28$237,600.00View SEC Filing Icon  
3/12/2021Sell100,000$10.69$1,069,000.00View SEC Filing Icon  
3/8/2021Sell67,939$9.98$678,031.22View SEC Filing Icon  
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Immersion Company Overview

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Immersion Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the creation, design, development, and licensing of haptic technologies that allow people to use their sense of touch to engage with and experience various digital products in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company provides technology, patent, and combined licenses. It serves markets, including mobility, gaming, automotive, virtual and augmented reality, and wearables, as well as residential, commercial, and industrial Internet of Things. The company was incorporated in 1993 and is headquartered in Aventura, Florida.
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Today's Range

Now: $7.21
Low: $7.09
High: $7.24

50 Day Range

MA: $7.25
Low: $6.58
High: $8.37

2 Week Range

Now: $7.21
Low: $5.94
High: $8.62

Volume

239,409 shs

Average Volume

510,004 shs

Market Capitalization

$228.56 million

P/E Ratio

7.00

Dividend Yield

2.49%

Beta

1.49