ABOUT US

MediaViz AI was founded to help people and businesses manage the ever-growing volume of multimedia generated every day. Our solutions focus on personalized AI that automates insight generation, whether that’s curation of visual memories for individuals or content organization for enterprises.

Our Story

MediaViz has been created to solve a modern problem of the human experience: passive accumulation of unsorted multimedia content. As our ever-expanding collections grow, they strain our time and resources.

MediaViz is solving these issues today and in the future. With the help of systems that automate time-consuming tasks, MediaViz AI catalogs and curates photos just like you or any of your trusted employees would.

MediaViz is here to ensure every company and every consumer has access to the personalized multimedia experience they deserve.

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Troy DeBraal – CEO

MediaViz is committed to using AI ethically. We strive to be transparent with our users about how we handle all aspects of their data. Our goal is to ensure that our systems and practices are designed to benefit our users.

Troy DeBraal is a member of the Real Time Society’s Artificial Intelligence in the Visual Arts, a special interest group that advises on AI ethics and innovation.

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Nick Gara

Technical Lead

Nick Gara applies his engineering expertise to drive innovation in software and AI. His professional journey, marked by diverse roles in software development, reflects his deep passion for technology and problem-solving. Away from the keyboard, Nick is equally skilled with his hands, enjoying car repairs and various home renovation projects.

Mike Goergen

VP, Strategic Partnership

Mike Goergen is VP of Strategic Partnerships at MediaViz, developing relationships to help them grow revenue and build long-term value. Prior to joining MediaViz, Inc. he spent time in key leadership positions across multiple startups, PE, and VC backed firms designing GTM strategies, creating channel verticals, c-level relationships, and leading sales teams. Mike lives in a suburb of Minneapolis, MN where he spends time with his wife and three children.

Gabriel Hatcher

AI Scientist

Gabriel Hatcher is an AI Scientist at MediaViz, Inc. Prior to MediaViz, he worked on applying deep learning and machine learning methods to control system problems for aerospace applications and using black body optimization techniques to accelerate interplanetary mission design. His main passions are using technology to help others and combining knowledge from diverse fields to create new solutions. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville with a minor in business. Outside of work, he enjoys photography, art, making things, and picking up new hobbies!

DR. HAIRONG QI

AI COMMUNITY ADVISOR

Dr. Hairong Qi is currently the Gonzalez Family Professor with the Min H. Kao Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Dr. Qi’s research in imaging, computer vision and machine learning is supported by the National Science Foundation and NASA among others.

Andrew Schmied

Strategic Advisor

Andrew Schmied started as a Strategic Advisor with MediaViz in 2020. He is a graphics industry veteran, deep tech entrepreneur and CSO at M2 Insights. Andrew brings advanced HMI, 3D, MIMD and AI solutions to Consumer, Enterprise, and Industrial sectors. Andrew’s work with Samsung, Apple, Microsoft, Intel, has created new digital experiences, environmental benefits, and analytic capabilities.

Caleb Balbera

Backend Software Engineer

Before joining MediaViz, Caleb worked as a software engineering consultant to enterprises building new products, upgrading to the latest architectures and streamlining data flow. He lives in Denver, Colorado and spends his time outside of work skiing, cooking, reading, and playing soccer.

Oscar Hernandez

Systems Engineer and Integrations Lead

Oscar Hernandez is the Systems Engineer and Integrations Lead at MediaViz, Inc. His diverse technical background in cloud engineering, automation, and service development – along with a strong customer service ethic – have served him well during his career at companies like BYPRICE. Out of work, Oscar enjoys bouldering in remote areas and mastering a variety of percussion instruments.

Patrick Rogers

Project Management

Patrick Rogers leads Project Management at MediaViz, Inc. In the past, he assisted organizations such as Paypal, theCHIVE, Atmosphere Tv, with Agile processes and tools. In 2019, he was recognized by the Austin Agile Alliance as an “Agent of Evolution” for Agile processes. Outside of work, Patrick’s time goes into his passion for hobby game development, martial arts, and his three kids.

NIck Tirrell

CTO

Nick Tirrell serves as Chief Technology Officer. Prior to joining MediaViz, Inc. in 2023, he held technology leadership roles at organizations large and small across Health & Wellness, Live Events, and CPG sectors. Nick lives on New Hampshire’s Seacoast and enjoys skiing, cycling, and wildlife.

Imanne El Maâchi

Lead AI Scientist

Imanne has a biomedical engineering bachelor’s degree and a computer engineering master degree from Polytechnique Montreal. Before joining MediaViz, Imanne worked in R&D to develop AI medical algorithms in the medical imaging industry in Canada. Outside of her work, Imanne loves outdoor activities and reading.

Justin Williams

Board Advisor on AI

Justin Williams serves as the Board Advisor on AI Previously he led innovative technology solution teams for Fortune 100 companies like Microsoft and United Health Group. Past leadership positions include Founder of Tinman Kinetic, LLC and Directorships at KPMG and digital agency Cynergy. He’s commitment to ethical AI, philanthropy and loves restoring classic cars with his kids. No microchips allowed!

James Mone

Chief Operating Officer

James Mone serves as Chief Operating Officer. Prior to joining MediaViz, Inc. in 2020, he was Head of Product at Neuralify, focused on enterprise enablement in the Machine Learning and Automation space. James has held leadership positions at KPMG, Cynergy, and UCLA. James resides in Portland, OR and enjoys spending time in the outdoors with his wife and two daughters.

Troy DeBraal

Company Founder & CEO

Company founder, Troy DeBraal, serves as CEO of MediaViz. Before being inspired to create the world’s first personalized A.I., Troy was COO at San Diego Legion a founding franchise in Major League Rugby, led digital transformation for multiple Fortune 100 companies at Cynergy, and was a part of leadership at KPMG. Out of the office Troy enjoys making art, digging for old soul records, and cooking with family.

ABOUT US

Our Story

MediaViz is committed to using AI ethically. We strive to be transparent with our users about how we handle all aspects of their data. Our goal is to ensure that our systems and practices are designed to benefit our users.

Troy DeBraal is a member of the Real Time Society’s Artificial Intelligence in the Visual Arts, a special interest group that advises on AI ethics and innovation.

meet the team

Troy DeBraal Company Founder & CEO

NIck Tirrell CTO

Gabriel Hatcher AI Scientist

Caleb Balbera Backend Software Engineer

Nick Gara Technical Lead

Advisors

Andrew Schmied Strategic Advisor

Dr. Hairong Qi AI Community Advisor

Justin Williams Board Advisor on AI

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