Don Eklund
Board Member
Don Eklund has worked on the launch of multiple consumer entertainment formats since starting his career at Sony. He co-developed and staffed the operation that launched DVD at Sony Pictures, and later oversaw the development of software tools and hardware systems that supported Blu-ray compression, authoring, and quality control. Don holds numerous patents related to packaged media and content security.
As a youth, Don was a dependent of the court in Contra Costa County and lived in several foster and group homes. With the help of several mentors, Don developed a professional career, first as a field engineer, eventually retiring as chief technology officer at Sony Pictures. In retirement, Don now pursues his interests in woodworking, aviation, and cycling.
