About us
We're a small team from New Zealand changing the way we interact with AI.
Meet the team
Taran John
Co-founder & Head of Data Science
Taran, a first-class honours graduate in Software Engineering with an AI specialisation from Victoria University of Wellington, is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in Artificial Intelligence. His ambitious thesis focuses on machine learning applications in healthcare, specifically skin cancer detection using computer vision. Beyond his thesis, Taran’s research interests extend to cybersecurity, stemming from his earlier work during research scholarships and his honours project on AI for malware detection. Taran’s research has garnered significant recognition, resulting in multiple publications in international peer-reviewed conferences and journals across these fields, including a paper that won a prestigious international award for best paper. Alongside his academic pursuits, Taran works as a data science and machine learning contractor, delivering end-to-end ML models for real-world applications.
Will Scott-Rodriguez
Co-founder & Head of Product
Will, a Bachelor of Commerce graduate from Victoria University of Wellington, has successfully bridged the worlds of business and technology through self-directed learning and hands-on experience. As a versatile professional, Will has honed his skills in full-stack web development, creating applications from front-end to back-end. His expertise extends to freelance web design, where he has crafted digital experiences for a diverse set of clientele. Currently, Will serves as both Marketing Manager and Software Engineer at Pioneer Finance, a prominent New Zealand fin-tech company. In this dual role, Will spearheads the development of their full-stack fin-tech platform, including the implementation of end-to-end machine learning models, showcasing his versatility in business and technology.
Mohnish Ramanujam
Co-founder & Head of Machine Learning
Mohnish graduated with first-class honours in Software Engineering, specialising in AI from Victoria University of Wellington. His exceptional skills quickly landed him a role as a Machine Learning Operations Engineer at TradeMe, one of New Zealand’s leading tech companies. At TradeMe, Mohnish plays a crucial role in developing and maintaining robust ML infrastructure, ensuring successful integration of AI technologies into the company’s operations.