SUMMARY
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Innovative technology executive and inventor with extensive
experience in AI, robotics, and hardware development. Founder and
CEO of multiple cutting-edge startups, leading disruptive
innovations in robotics, social media, and mobile. Former Director
at Amazon, where he led a 140-person organization driving the creation
of cutting-edge retail technology, including the Amazon Dash
Cart. Inventor of over 100 patents and patents pending. Recognized for
combining invention, rapid execution, and scalable
innovation. Degrees in Artificial Intelligence, Computer
Science, and Mathematics from MIT and Columbia.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
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| Building Machines, Inc. |
Boston, Ma |
| CEO, Cofounder |
2020-2024 |
- Pioneered the development of 3D Casting, an
advanced additive manufacturing technology for precast
concrete structures that increases efficiency and
flexibility in construction by eliminating traditional
formwork processes through robotic automation.
- Raised $7M in venture funding to advance the
development of 3D Casting technology.
- Assembled a world-class team from leading tech
companies (Amazon, iRobot, MIT) to drive innovation in
robotic construction automation.
- Built a high-performance company culture centered
around productivity, accountability, and
innovation.
- Developed a comprehensive IP portfolio, securing patent
protection domestically and internationally for key
innovations.
- Drove core technological advancements to enable construction
with greater speed, flexibility, and precision, and the potential
for increasing productivity per worker by 9x and profits by 7x
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| MakeFair.AI |
Boston, Ma |
| Chairman, Cofounder |
2021-2024 |
- Led a small, hands-on team in exploring the use of
generative AI to create alternate identities for practical and
creative applications.
- Supervised and advised the development of advanced
VAE and GAN algorithms, guiding their integration into
the platform.
- Hands-on in designing and developing the
applications and the underlying rapid application
development platform
- Developed BeUnbiased.com, a real-time
video interview platform that anonymizes appearances
to reduce unconscious bias during interviews.
- Created Altrn8.com, a video meme generator
enabling users to record themselves and transform into
a wide range of historical or contemporary
figures.
- Built Altersona.com, an anonymous video-based
social network for users to express opinions and
interests without affecting their real-world
identities.
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| Amazon |
Boston, Ma, Seattle Wa |
| Director of AI, Computer Vision, and Advanced Technology |
2014-2019 |
- Led a cross-functional team of over 140 scientists, engineers,
and operations associates across multiple locations, driving
innovation for Amazon's physical stores.
- Launched an R&D skunk-works team in Boston, expanding into an
80,000 square foot facility and growing the team to 75+ employees.
- Created state-of-the-art rapid prototyping facilities with CNC
machining and 3D printing, establishing strict safety
protocols.
- Spearheaded the development of Amazon Dash Carts, overseeing
all aspects from concept to manufacturing, and bringing the
product to market in just 14 months.
- Built an internal testing supermarket to refine and validate
hardware and sensor technology in real-world conditions.
- Directed a Seattle-based team of 70 hardware engineers working
on Amazon Go and Just-Walk-Out stores, increasing productivity by
3x and reinforcing Amazon's culture.
- Managed the integration of hardware, sensors, and software
systems that enabled seamless, checkout-free shopping experiences
at Amazon Go stores.
- Enhanced Amazon's core values by introducing additional team
leadership principles, driving increased collaboration,
innovation, and performance.
- Hired over 100 engineers, and implemented a comprehensive
employee orientation process to embed strong Amazon culture within
the Boston office.
- Developed over 15 patents, contributing to the innovation
pipeline for Amazon's retail technology.
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| CoPiloted, Inc. |
Boston, Ma, Seattle Wa |
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Technology Officer |
2013-2014
2011-2013 |
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| CoPiloted, Inc. |
Seattle Wa, Boston, Ma |
| Chief Technology Officer |
2011-2013 |
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| Human Capital Fund |
Boston, Ma and Seattle, Wa |
| Managing Partner |
2008-2012 |
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| OneTwoSee (acquired by Comcast) |
Philadelphia, PA |
| Advisor |
2010-2011 |
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| Blancspot Media, LLC |
Boston, MA, San Francisco, CA, Hyderabad, India |
| Advisor, Interim Chief Technology Officer |
2010-2011 |
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| Skyward Mobile, Inc. |
Boston, Ma |
| Chief Executive Officer, Founder |
2006-2009 |
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| MobiTV, Inc. (acquired by TiVo, Inc. |
Boston, Ma and Emeryville, CA |
| Chief Technology Officer |
2001-2006 |
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| Assemble Media, Inc. (acqured by ClickRadio) |
Boston, MA |
| Chief Technology Officer, Founder |
2000-2001 |
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| AMFM, Inc. (acquired by Clear Channel Communications) |
Austin, TX |
| Chief Technology Officer |
1999-2000 |
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| Microsoft |
Redmond, WA |
| Research Investigator |
1996, 1998 |
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PROFESSIONAL AWARDS
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CEMEX Top 50 Construction Technology Startups
2021
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Emmy Award for Outstanding Achievement in Engineering Development
2005
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CODiE Award for Content Newcomer of the Year
2005
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DigitalLife Innovator of the Year
2005
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Red Herring Top 100 Private Companies of North America
2005
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Cable and Satellite International Best IPTV/Video-to-Mobile Technology or Service
2005
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BEST Magazine MobileFocus Award Mobile Software
2004
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Mobile Wireless Consumer Market Product Innovation of the Year
2004
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Frost & Sullivan Mobile Business Solution of the Year Award
2004
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PATENTS & SCIENTIFIC PUBLICATIONS
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More than 100 patents and patents pending. Over 40 peer-reviewed scientific publications, talks, and presentations. Over 5400 citations as measured by Google scholar's partial listing of publications
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EDUCATION
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Artificial Intelligence Laboratory
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| Partial completion of Ph.D. (all but dissertation) |
Cambridge, MA |
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Thesis: "Improving Compression Using the Statistics of Human Perception"
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Artificial Intelligence Laboratory
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| M.S. Computer Science |
Cambridge, MA |
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Thesis: "Novel Statistical Multiresolution
Techniques for Image Synthesis, Discrimination, and Recognition"
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Columbia University
School of Engineering and Applied Science
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| B.S. (Summa Cum Laude) Applied Mathematics |
New York, NY |
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