Ivan joined in 2024 and works with product-oriented, early-stage teams focused on building consumer and enterprise applications. Previously, he was the CEO and co-founder of Mayhem, an Accel and Y Combinator-backed company that built an AI-insights engine for gamers. After it was acquired by Niantic, Ivan led product for their internal game platform and services, launching several successful AAA mobile titles. He is from Los Angeles and graduated from UC Berkeley.
Get to know Ivan
What’s your favorite invention or innovation?
I love the scientific method. Observe, hypothesize, experiment, measure, and repeat. It's simple and underpins nearly all aspects of human progress. I started my career in biology research over a decade ago, and I still think of myself as a scientist today.
If you could master any skill instantly?
It has to be cooking. I love eating, and there's something magical about being able to make the exact thing that I’m craving anytime. Also, being able to cook for friends and family is probably the most enjoyable way to show my appreciation for them.
What is one thing you can’t live without?
My glasses! I've needed them since I was 7 years old, and they're a constant reminder of how grateful I am for science and technology...especially when they break.
