Hi, I'm Ryo Chijiiwa - Founder @ Ponderosa.ai | Dad, Engineer, ex-Google/Y!, Remote Pilot, FFT2
I'm a founder and maker driven by a passion for cultivating environments where people and technology thrive. I excel at translating complex challenges into scalable, user-centric solutions, especially within the AI and deep tech startup space. Let's build something impactful together!
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Founded Ponderosa.ai, an AI startup, after a career scaling complex systems at brightwheel and The Production Board.
Currently building Ponderosa.ai, focusing on fostering innovative technological solutions and empowering teams.
Can provide strategic guidance on scaling technical operations and building high-performing engineering teams.
🚀 Career trajectory
Engineering Foundation
Built a strong technical base with extensive experience in software engineering and system scalability.
✦ Software Engineering
✦ Scalability
✦ AWS
Leadership & Product Growth
Transitioned into leadership roles, managing teams and driving product strategy at high-growth companies.
✦ Engineering Management
✦ Product Management
✦ Startups
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Founded Ponderosa.ai, applying extensive experience to build and lead a new venture.
✦ Founder
✦ Entrepreneurship
✦ Innovation
💪🏻 Superpowers
Product Innovation Architect
Translating complex challenges into scalable, user-centric solutions.
✦ Pioneered scalable solutions at brightwheel, enhancing user experience.
✦ Consulted on product strategy for early-stage tech ventures.
✦ Leveraged deep technical expertise for impactful product development.
Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Builder
Founding and nurturing ventures focused on growth and human potential.
✦ Launching Ponderosa.ai to foster innovative technological solutions.
✦ Creating empowering environments for teams to excel.
✦ Guiding startups through technical and strategic challenges.
Cross-Functional Technical Leader
Bridging engineering, leadership, and a hands-on maker ethos.
✦ Managed senior engineering teams with a focus on empowerment.
✦ Applied a 'maker at heart' approach to problem-solving.
✦ Navigated diverse technical landscapes from startups to established firms.
I'm excited about
✦ Discovering co-founders with complementary skills for Ponderosa.ai.
✦ Connecting with innovators in AI and sustainable technology.
✦ Exploring collaborations for future entrepreneurial endeavors.
I can help with
✦ Provide strategic guidance on scaling technical operations.
✦ Offer insights into building high-performing engineering teams.
✦ Share expertise on navigating the startup landscape.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying potential investors for Ponderosa.ai.
✦ Finding mentors with experience in AI market entry.
✦ Connecting with experts in remote sensing technology.