Unique Minds Inc. is a Public Benefit Corporation, a for-profit entity that aims to balance benefits for both its stockholders and the public. We believe that a profitable business strategy will attract investors and enable faster growth compared to a non-profit approach. With this strategy, our goal is to achieve sustainable growth until we reach every unique mind.
Meet the Team
Co-Founder
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Corom Thompson brings over 25 years of experience in software development, with a specialization in cloud architecture and AI, to Unique Minds. As a serial entrepreneur and an avid maker, Corom's professional journey is deeply intertwined with his personal life, especially as a parent of a daughter with intellectual disabilities. This unique intersection has fueled his passion for using technology to create meaningful change.
At Unique Minds, Corom is committed to developing AI-driven solutions that enable individuals with unique cognitive abilities to lead independent and fulfilling lives. His work is driven by the belief in technology's potential to level the playing field, providing equitable opportunities for learning and personal development. By combining his extensive technical expertise with a personal understanding of the challenges faced by families with intellectual disabilities, Corom aims to empower every unique mind to realize their full potential.
Co-Founder
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With over 15 years of experience as a science and engineering teacher in public education, Shem Thompson excels in tailoring education to meet students' distinct needs. Throughout his life, Shem has accumulated a wealth of experience in engineering a wide range of aids for educational, industrial, and personal use.
Shem's personal experiences with several learning disabilities have fueled his passion for helping those feeling unsuccessful in the current educational system discover their own exceptional potential. As someone intimately aware of the challenges that teachers face in reaching each unique student, Shem is committed to harnessing the power of AI to empower educators and parents in better meeting the needs of marginalized intellectually disabled students.
Advisor
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Elad has over 25 years of experience as an engineering and product leader, specializing in applying the magic of AI and machine learning to solve problems. In his most recent role, Elad was the VP of AI and Data Science Services for Oracle, responsible for Oracle's AI portfolio. Prior to joining Oracle Elad spent 14 years at Microsoft, where he was the co-founder of Azure's Cognitive Services and Cognitive Search.