Baha Abunojaim

Boston, MA, USA

Seasoned Innovator | One Successful Exit | MIT Technology Review Innovators Under 35 | Venture Builder | MVP Specialist

Dynamic and results-driven technology leader with over 18 years of experience driving innovation and delivering impactful solutions. Recognized as one of MIT Technology Review's Innovators Under 35, I specialize in venture building, MVP development, and scaling high-performing teams. With a successful exit under my belt and expertise in AI, fintech, 3D printing, and SaaS, I’m passionate about leveraging disruptive technologies to solve real-world challenges and build the next generation of transformative startups.

Baha Abunojaim

Work

Experience

  • Istari Digital

    Istari Digital

    Vice President of AI

    Jun 2022 - Present

    A digital engineering company funded by Eric Schmidt, Icon Ventures and other leading VCs. Transforming digital engineering by empowering the physical world with a digital one and accelerating Industry 4.0.

    • Built AI capabilities, including internal automations and process optimization.
    • Led the development of Istari's initial MVP.
    • Filed several patents.
    • Sourced early hires for the company after founding.
  • Alphaworks Studio

    Alphaworks Studio

    Partner

    Sep 2021 - Present

    A startup studio focused on building next-generation startups, with an emphasis on AI-driven innovation.

    • Supported aspiring entrepreneurs in turning their ideas into reality.
    • eZorro: Market Advisor AI Agent
    • MENADNA: Genomics for the MENA region
    • Reachlet: In-ride advertisement platform
  • Integral Reality Labs, Inc.

    Integral Reality Labs, Inc.

    Chief Scientist (Fractional)

    Aug 2021 - Jul 2022

    Focused on developing next-generation 3D mass manufacturing technology for custom toys linked to the metaverse.

    • Designed and partnered with global suppliers to create automated 3D printing factories.
    • Enhanced file fixing, 3D printing, and packaging processes.
  • Knowledge AI Inc.

    Knowledge AI Inc.

    Vice President of Engineering

    Apr 2020 - Mar 2022

    Developed AI-based educational products that analyze students’ handwritten text and extract cognitive metrics.

    • Established a new remote office in Jordan.
    • Grew a remote team of 50 engineers during the pandemic.
    • Developed the company's MVP and took it to production.
    • Filed one patent.
  • Mixed Dimensions (Acq. by IRL)

    Mixed Dimensions (Acq. by IRL)

    CTO, Co-Founder, and Board Member

    Sep 2009 - Aug 2021

    A leader in 3D model repair and printing solutions, serving industries like automotive, gaming, and aerospace.

    • Scaled the team to 120 across three continents.
    • Developed MakePrintable and GamePrint platforms.
    • Filed 3 Patents.

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