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Board Observer
Dec 2019
Rapid’s mission is to provide manufacturers a robotic solution that can be deployed against simple tasks in hours rather than weeks, and at a fraction of the cost of other automation solutions that require extensive manual programming. Our product is a fully integrated robotic arm work cell that is trained to perform tasks out of the box, and learns new tasks via our cloud infrastructure, AI, and Computer Vision.
Rapid’s software provides our customers with an intuitive interface that gives them the tools to deploy and redeploy Rapid’s automated work cells on their manufacturing lines without having to be a robotics expert. To enable accessible and simple user-facing controls requires an extensive and specialized technology stack. Rapid’s platform is powered by AI and Computer Vision that drastically reduces the complexity, cost, and time typically required to set up a robotic arm. In short, we are automating the process for deploying manufacturing automation.
Rapid’s solution is already deployed with customers, and is proven to deliver increased profits and decreased costs, making our solution indispensable for the future of manufacturing.
Board Member
Mar 2018
Billions of Microcontrollers (MCUs) power the majority of the global edge footprint but they can't support technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes that have revolutionized software development in the cloud. Nubix brings the power of containers to MCUs, breaking the embedded mold with a step-change in flexibility and agility.
Build once, deploy anywhere, integrate with partners without exposing source code, and benefit from trusted, fractional in-field updates and remote debugging. Gone are the days of highly specialized, time consuming embedded development that's rigid to innovation.
Board Member
2016
Parsec is the first marketplace for advertising sold on attention metrics. We're making a positive impact on digital media by addressing the root causes of waste and fraud with incentives for relevant and high-quality advertising.
Parsec was created by a group of senior advertising execs and seasoned entrepreneurs who've built agencies, digital publishers and ad tech companies.
Board Member
2016
Capio is developing the next-generation speech recognition and natural language processing technologies that are redefining human computer interaction. Built on deep learning and parallel computing principles, Capio's unique architecture delivers an unmatched combination of speed and accuracy for speech recognition and contextual understanding. The result is a human-like and conversational interface that connects with devices of all types, enabling a quantum leap forward for in-car, voice-activated experiences.
Board Observer
2016
Localwise is the local hiring community.
To date, we've helped 50,000+ local employers match with great local talent. With every hire, we help to build local companies, careers, and communities.
Check us out: www.localwise.com
Get in touch: hello@localwise.com
Board Member
2015
For top automakers, consumer electronics and energy storage companies, Voltaiq’s Enterprise Battery Intelligence software platform ensures the safety of new products and accelerates the transformational shift in how we use our devices, power our vehicles and balance the electric grid — the new internet of energy. Voltaiq is now partnering with leading finance organizations, providing the battery intelligence to unlock capital and accelerate the global transformation to an electrified economy.
Board Observer
2015
Airbanq is a social mobile service that enables households to receive secure, alternative financial services (AFS) from within their trusted communities at the highest convenience and lowest possible cost. By tapping into the power of social networks and mobile enablement, Airbanq will unleash a new economic force that will fundamentally disrupt the way these services are rendered in the US.
Board Member
2015
Embroker is the easiest way to intelligently insure any business. By pairing technology and broker expertise, Embroker helps growing businesses save time and find the best value on the right coverage.
As the leading digital insurance brokerage, Embroker is working to massively improve the $800 billion property and casualty (P&C) insurance market. Headquartered in San Francisco, we have offices in Chicago and Boston and customers in all 50 states.
Embroker has been named one the innovators shaping the future of finance by Goldman Sachs and one of the most promising private FinTech Companies in the world by CB Insights.
Board Observer
2015
StatMuse is the leader in conversational artificial intelligence for sports information and storytelling.
Featuring the authentic voices of over 25 sports superstars, including Peyton Manning, Jerry Rice, Todd Gurley and Scott Van Pelt, the proprietary StatMuse knowledge engine provides instant answers to trillions of sports questions.
`Ask StatMuse` for stats, scores, schedules, standings, bios, recaps and more -- from live games all the way back to the inaugural seasons -- for the NBA, NFL, MLB and NHL.
Available on your favorite voice assistant and messaging bot platform.
"Alexa, talk with StatMuse"
"Hey Google, talk with StatMuse"
Board Observer
2014
Modify is a 3-year old company based in San Francisco. We are passionate about self expression; Modify Watches are modular, enabling fans to mix-and-match to create a look that's perfect for them. We have been featured by Good Morning America, The New York Times, the Today Show, Lucky, Self, Men's Health, Shape and dozens more national publications.
Aside from our direct-to-consumer modifywatches.com, we have a robust custom products business. Our corporate client list includes Facebook, Google, Nike, Gatorade, Deloitte, Mailchimp, Cal and dozens more. Please contact Aaron Schwartz (aaron@modifywatches.com) if you would like us to design a product for your business or organization.
We have licenses with the NBA, Major League Baseball, Major League Soccer, Live Nation, and more.
Annnnd, as of March 2014 we can now create custom products on a one-off basis! Just email custom@modifywatches.com
To learn more, or just to spend 30 seconds gorging on awesome
Web: www.modifywatches.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/modifywatches
Twitter: @modifywatches
Board Observer
2014
Sideqik is your end-to-end influencer marketing platform. We help you understand what has influenced your brand in the past. We help you know in real-time what influencers are talking about your brand right now. And we help you forecast on what trends will be important in the future for your company.
Sideqik combines AI-based social media intelligence with influencer marketing to provide our customers with strategic insights as well as intelligent execution.
We go beyond the typical influencer marketing platform model of find, measure, and manage (though we do that to). We help you answer:
-What social media trends are on the rise?
-What influencers are talking about you or your competition?
-Where are your fans located?
-Who are they listening to?
-How will this change your market
Customers include Coca-Cola, Procter & Gamble, Schwarzkopf Professional, Universal, NVIDIA, Logitech G, and many others.
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2019
Board Observer
Dec 2019
Rapid’s mission is to provide manufacturers a robotic solution that can be deployed against simple tasks in hours rather than weeks, and at a fraction of the cost of other automation solutions that require extensive manual programming. Our product is a fully integrated robotic arm work cell that is trained to perform tasks out of the box, and learns new tasks via our cloud infrastructure, AI, and Computer Vision.
Rapid’s software provides our customers with an intuitive interface that gives them the tools to deploy and redeploy Rapid’s automated work cells on their manufacturing lines without having to be a robotics expert. To enable accessible and simple user-facing controls requires an extensive and specialized technology stack. Rapid’s platform is powered by AI and Computer Vision that drastically reduces the complexity, cost, and time typically required to set up a robotic arm. In short, we are automating the process for deploying manufacturing automation.
Rapid’s solution is already deployed with customers, and is proven to deliver increased profits and decreased costs, making our solution indispensable for the future of manufacturing.
2018
Board Member
Mar 2018
Billions of Microcontrollers (MCUs) power the majority of the global edge footprint but they can't support technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes that have revolutionized software development in the cloud. Nubix brings the power of containers to MCUs, breaking the embedded mold with a step-change in flexibility and agility.
Build once, deploy anywhere, integrate with partners without exposing source code, and benefit from trusted, fractional in-field updates and remote debugging. Gone are the days of highly specialized, time consuming embedded development that's rigid to innovation.
2016
Board Member
2016
Parsec is the first marketplace for advertising sold on attention metrics. We're making a positive impact on digital media by addressing the root causes of waste and fraud with incentives for relevant and high-quality advertising.
Parsec was created by a group of senior advertising execs and seasoned entrepreneurs who've built agencies, digital publishers and ad tech companies.
Board Member
2016
Capio is developing the next-generation speech recognition and natural language processing technologies that are redefining human computer interaction. Built on deep learning and parallel computing principles, Capio's unique architecture delivers an unmatched combination of speed and accuracy for speech recognition and contextual understanding. The result is a human-like and conversational interface that connects with devices of all types, enabling a quantum leap forward for in-car, voice-activated experiences.
Board Observer
2016
Localwise is the local hiring community.
To date, we've helped 50,000+ local employers match with great local talent. With every hire, we help to build local companies, careers, and communities.
Check us out: www.localwise.com
Get in touch: hello@localwise.com
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