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Kablan Serge William KADJO

Kablan Serge William KADJO

Smyrna,GA

Summary

Tech-savvy entrepreneur with extensive expertise in hardware engineering, consumer electronics, AI, and robotics. Proven track record developing innovative solutions to address critical challenges such as water scarcity, renewable energy, and carbon capture technology. Experience in designing, prototyping, and manufacturing products with several startups success.
Passionate about health equality and have co-founded an NGO to enhance health systems in low- and middle-income countries.
Won several awards and have been recognized as one of the most outstanding African entrepreneurs by the US and French governments.
Dedicated to inspiring the next generation of African leaders and entrepreneurs.
Some of my products / company include:
- A low-temperature, high-pressure carbon capture condenser for cars in 2014
- A smart agriculture system in 2016 for countries in desert areas (Morocco and Saudi Arabia) valued at 876k by Brinc accelerator
- A temperature control sleep device in 2017 with Moona at HAX in Shenzhen, China
- A robust, scalable, and secure IOT-based micropayment architecture on IOTA Tangle in 2018 with Pinch in Ontario, Canada.
- A robot that can clean, press and disinfect any garment in less than 5 min with Presso since 2019 in Atlanta, USA.
- A TDCS/TACS brain stimulation device for brain optimization (memory, sleep optimization, and ADHD treatment) in 2020 with Nanonap Paris France.
- A crypto-lending marketplace for green assets (agriculture, farming, renewable energy) in Africa with Cool Lion Energy in 2023.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
5
5

Countries (USA, France, China, Poland, Morocco)

2
2

International Working Permits

Additional Information

  • USA Visa: O1-B
  • Europe Visa: Passport Talent
  • Founder of Hilfe, an NGO that helps people in low-income countries

Timeline

Head of Hardware & Robotics

Katalyst Street
09.2023 - Current

Founder CEO

Wearer Lab
2023.04 - Current

Acting CTO

Cool Lion
10.2022 - 05.2023

Head of R&D

Laundrysucks.io Dba Presso
07.2022 - 04.2023

Founder | CEO

Persa Inc.
02.2021 - 04.2023

Co-founder | CTO

NeuroSoundSleep Dba Nanonap
04.2020 - 03.2021

Senior Product Engineer

LaundrySucks.io Dba Presso
09.2019 - 06.2022

Founder | Board Member

William & Companies
07.2018 - 01.2021

Cofounder | CTO

Pinch Inc.
08.2017 - 06.2018

Product Engineer

Moona Sas
02.2017 - 08.2017

Master of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Lorraine University

Master of Science - Industrial Engineering

Polytechnic School of Agadir

Bachelor of Science - Thermal And Energy Engineering

Regional Academy of Maritime Sciences, Technologies

Education

Master of Science - Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Lorraine University
Nancy, France
09.2017

Master of Science - Industrial Engineering

Polytechnic School of Agadir
Agadir, Morocco
07.2017

Bachelor of Science - Thermal And Energy Engineering

Regional Academy of Maritime Sciences, Technologies
Abidjan, Cote D'Ivoire
07.2014

Quote

The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney

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Skills

  • Catalist Doer and People-First Mindset
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Risk and Mitigation Analysis
  • Policy Development and Risk Assessment
  • System Architect (Hardware and Software)
  • End-to-end product development
  • Project Manager
  • Data processing (PowerBI)
  • Machine Learning Development (Panda, Kheras, Embeddings, Visual Model, Language Model)
  • Embedded Firmware (C, MicroPython)
  • Software development (full-stack Python, JS)
  • OEM/CDM, PLM, Manufacturing (DFM/DFA)
  • Computer modeling and simulation expertise

Work History

Founder CEO

Wearer Lab
Atlanta, GA
2023.04 - Current

Built a team of an eclectic blend of engineers (hardware and software), data scientists, designers, and visionaries who thrive on a future where technology is an extension of the individual.
Design a hardware-enabled AI-powered decentralized data architecture capable of harnessing (collecting, storing, processing and analyzing) the power of our data to build personalized experiences while fostering trust and user privacy.

  • Collaborated with cross-functional intra-company teams to provide mutually beneficial outcomes.
  • Optimized IT infrastructure by streamlining processes and implementing cutting-edge technologies.
  • Created scalable architectures that supported long-term growth strategies while providing flexibility to adapt as needed.

Head of Hardware & Robotics

Katalyst Street
Atlanta, GA
09.2023 - Current

Provider of actionable solutions to both small and large corporations in the areas of Data, Analytics, AI and Robotics to transform various industries such as supply chain, manufacturing, finance, marketing, talent management, product management, and customer service.

Head of R&D

Laundrysucks.io Dba Presso
07.2022 - 04.2023
  • Interface with key opinion leaders from founders to executives team to define and develop product requirements and market analysis.
  • Drive technical trade-offs from PRD to EVT, between ID, Engineering, Finance, and NPI to achieve a GM of 40%
  • Owned product conceptual designs, hands-on fabrication, material selection, performance, and test validation

Tech Stack:

  • CAD: Solidworks
  • Manufacturing: Sheet Metal, Frame
  • 3D printing: SLA, SLS

Senior Product Engineer

LaundrySucks.io Dba Presso
09.2019 - 06.2022
  • Authored the development of robotic stretching technology and steam-generated systems.
  • Achieved 50–80%+ gross margins, by driving trade-off decisions between hardware, UX, design, and quality.
  • Reduced product MFG cost by 20% with product redesigning and overseas sourcing.

Tech Stack:

  • Eagle PCB
  • SOLIDWORKS® Flow Simulation
  • ATmega2560

Acting CTO

Cool Lion
Abidjan
10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Oversaw the development teams of a crypto-lending marketplace for green assets
    in Africa.
  • Authored the development of a mobile solar-powered cold storage container for
    farmers in Africa.
  • Worked with main crypto organizations to accommodate business and legal need

Founder | CEO

Persa Inc.
02.2021 - 04.2023
  • Bootstrapped a five-figure ARR B2B e-commerce SaaS leveraging live interaction
    and video content .
  • Defined the organization's mission and vision statements.
  • Developed a performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess small team performance and personal growth.

Co-founder | CTO

NeuroSoundSleep Dba Nanonap
04.2020 - 03.2021
  • Led development of a TDCS/TACS brain stimulation device with real-time EEG tech for brain optimization (memory, sleep optimization, and ADHD treatment).
  • Designed, prototyped, and manufactured a class 2 medical-grade product with pre-certification.
  • Work closely with operational leadership to provide input on business vision, strategies, and product roadmaps.

Tech stack:

  • Espressif ESP32
  • Injection Molding plastic Casing

Founder | Board Member

William & Companies
07.2018 - 01.2021
  • Create and maintain a culture of performance by allocating resources according to objectives and goals for a team of six domain experts.
  • Pilot actions and results towards achievements while mastering financial KPIs to renew growth and
    profitability from the six-figure annual revenue.
  • Build a solid network in West Africa by developing, researching, and meeting partners, investors, and national and international organizations, targeting potential acquisitions.

Cofounder | CTO

Pinch Inc.
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Built robust, scalable, and secure IOT based micropayment architecture.

Tech stack

  • React JS, Node JS
  • IOTA Tangle, AWS.

Product Engineer

Moona Sas
02.2017 - 08.2017
  • Led product development and variants through product lifecycle from PRD to EVT, w/ cross-functional teams.
  • Designed analog and digital circuitry, including schematic design and PCB layout, and firmware development in high-volume production.
  • Support Kickstarter campaign with 500 units sold over $146,072 in less than 30 days.

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Upper intermediate (B2)
Kablan Serge William KADJO