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Why Us?

We’ve done this before - We’re doing it better.

ThinkScan is built by a world-class team of AI scientists, engineers, and operators with deep expertise across enterprise, edge, cloud, cybersecurity, and intelligent systems. We don’t just understand the tech—we’ve shipped it, scaled it, and set the bar.

Our founding team has delivered over $3B in product revenue, founded six companies, raised $100M+ in capital, and achieved multiple successful exits. We’ve held senior roles at top innovators including Intel, Palo Alto Networks, IBM, AT&T, and Ericsson.

With a combined background spanning AI/ML, edge/cloud infrastructure, enterprise systems, and security, we bring the unique ability to transform complex AI concepts—like Agentic AI—into high-impact, real-world solutions.

We’re backed by some of the most trusted names in tech—including Nvidia, AWS, and Microsoft.

Meet the Team

Proven Builders. Deep Specialists. Industry Veterans.

 

Building Agentic AI at the edge demands more than technical skill—it requires the rare combination of domain depth and executional excellence. Our team brings both.

We are scientists, engineers, and business leaders with decades of experience delivering full-stack AI and industry-specific solutions. Across our team, we hold 3 PhDs, have led AI/ML efforts at scale, and have built systems used in mission-critical environments around the world.

Our backgrounds span companies at the forefront of AI and enterprise innovation—Intel, Palo Alto Networks, IBM, Cadence, Ericsson, AT&T, Allianz, Mellon Capital, and more. From developing next-gen edge/cloud systems to designing cybersecurity frameworks and deploying intelligent infrastructure, we’ve been there, done that—and learned how to do it better.

We’ve also served in public and defense sectors—from the Greek Army’s cyber defense unit to leading security analytics at Fortune 100 companies. Together, we’ve not only built the tech stack—we’ve defined it.

We don’t just understand AI, we’re defining how it will shape the future.

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Founder & CEO

A business/technology leader, Deepak has 30+ years of track record of leading products from ideation to market success (0-to-1-to-100 technology cycles – Computer Vision, PowerPC, HDTV, Optical Networking, SDN/NFV, and AI in Cybersecurity), at Palo Alto Networks, Intel, Ericsson, AT&T, AMD, and IBM. He led 450-people global teams and built and launched 30+ products in Edge/cloud, AI, Networking, Optical, HPC, and HDTV, generating $3B+ in revenues. He also led or played key roles in 40+ M&As and strategic investments ($2B+ value). He founded two startups, raised $25M and had one successful exit. Deepak holds a PhD in Computer Vision and AI.

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Principal Scientist

A senior ML leader with deep expertise in computer vision, mobile AI, and regulated medical technologies. Founding algorithm engineer at Spect that architected the end-to-end ML pipeline, developed FDA-reviewed medical computer vision models, and built CoreML deployment frameworks. He holds a Ph.D. in Biophysics from McGill University.

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Principal Engineer

George Xenos

Brings deep expertise in threat intelligence, malware analysis, anomaly detection, and Federated ML. His experience in the Greek Army’s cyber defense department included cyber infrastructure, SOC operations, penetration testing, and vulnerability remediation. He developed a sandbox for zero-day attacks, now used by public institutions in the EU, and contributed to the design of an experimental SOC. George has published scholarly papers on malware detection and Federated ML and holds a BS and an MS from the University of Patras.

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VP of Strategy

With over 25 years of experience in portfolio management, business development, investment modeling, and systems development, Steve has held leadership roles at Allianz Global Investors, Mellon Capital Management, and Bank of America. As CIO of Affinicorp USA, he managed the firm’s IT infrastructure and operations. He holds a Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics and Statistics from SUNY Stony Brook and is a CFA Charterholder, combining deep analytical expertise with strategic financial insight.

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Defense, Radar, Technology Expert

A Distinguished Professor at Penn State University with deep expertise in Radar and communications technologies. He has deep ties to US Army, US Navy, and Defense Primes. He holds a PhD from UMass Amherst and B.Tech from IIT.

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Strategic Advisor

25+ years as a CEO and GM leading businesses in wireline/wireless and optical networking, and healthtech. With a track record of driving $5B+ in revenue and executing $3B+ in M&A (Intel, AMD, JDSU, Broadcom), Mike has founded and scaled three venture-backed startups, raising $80M and achieving a $230M exit. He brings deep expertise in product strategy, operational scaling, and building high-performance leadership teams. He holds a BS in Engineering from Stanford.

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Advanced Computing & Systems Expert

A semiconductor entrepreneur, inventor, and computing-systems expert with deep experience in processor architecture, heterogeneous computing, AI acceleration, HPC, memory systems, and hardware-based cybersecurity. Trained in physics and computer science, Axel has founded multiple advanced-technology ventures and developed scalable, secure, and energy-efficient computing architectures for AI and distributed intelligence.

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Advisor

A technology entrepreneur, cryptographic systems inventor, and AI security researcher. As Founder and CEO of CogniKey, he invented the cognitive credential, a new class of human authorization that proves a specific human, not a stolen token or an AI agent, authorized a specific action.

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EU Advisor

Based in Estonia, Andrus combines 20+ years of investment banking expertise with a vast US/Europe VC and angel network. He has held board and leadership roles at startups, non-profits, and global institutions. He holds a Master’s in Software Engineering, a diploma in Foreign Trade Relations, as well as Specialized finance and portfolio management certifications from the IMF and World Bank.

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Advisor - Enterprise & Cloud Technologies

Dinesh Kumar

A leading voice in enterprise workflow transformation, Dinesh Kumar brings over 25 years of experience helping organizations optimize business-IT alignment through strategic planning, architecture design, and capability-driven operations. As CTO at Mitovia and Principal at the Innovation Value Institute, he has developed frameworks for improving enterprise processes, portfolio management, and secured business operations. Dinesh also teaches digital innovation and technology management at Stevens Institute of Technology, blending academic insight with real-world impact across large-scale enterprise environments.

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