I live in Dumbo, Brooklyn, near that IG photo op between the bridge-and-buildings
By day, I’m the Chief of Staff at a Stealth B2B Startup. We’re busy building custom AI models to bolster trust and transparency for all you second-hand shoppers
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Ian Cody
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Chief of Staff @ Stealth AI
Chief of Staff | Startup Ops | Product
Outside the office, I’ve been building Vital Ventures – a long-term passion project. More on that below if you’re still with me.
Through the years, I’ve poured thousands of hours into researching human-computer interaction, exploring what makes us click, scroll, and swipe, all while searching for better ways to navigate our digital lives, because if we’re being honest, our devices can be addictive and overwhelming.
And to be clear, no, I'm not suggesting we throw our devices out the window
Instead, I’m focused on reshaping how we interact with our digital world, aiming for a more balanced, controlled, and intentional approach.
You can read the manifesto here:
Want to go back in time?
For starters, it would be a clear oversight if I didn’t mention how fortunate I've been to work alongside incredibly talented founders, engineers, designers, and marketers.
But here’s a brief summary of some of my roles and experiences:
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Chief of Staff
I’ve had the opportunity to work directly under four CEOs in a Chief of Staff capacity, acting as the eyes, ears, and bridge between leadership and cross-functional teams
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Product & Operations
I worked at IAC's Newcos Incubator, where I held dual roles as Director of Strategy and Operations and Product Manager where we successfully spun off four zero-to-one companies
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Founder
I’ve participated in 3 different incubators/accelerators and launched a couple of my own startups, all invaluable experiences, filled with ups and downs that ultimately paved the path to where I am today
For more details on individual roles, you can expand below.
Still here? Wow, okay, here are a few one more things.
I'm a live music connoisseur. I especially love checking out up-and-coming artists in small venues across the city. But of course, I go to big gigs too - stadiums, festivals, arenas
Speaking of concerts, you have any niche collections? Mine are these limited edition posters from the gigs I attend. Each one is a numbered, exclusive piece of art, tied to the artist, venue, and date. Here’s a peek at part of my collection
On the topic of IRL, not-on-your-couch activities, going to the movies is another favorite of mine. Pro tip for New Yorkers: The IMAX in Lincoln Center is a must-visit – it’s the 2nd biggest theatre in North America and an absolute cinematic experience
Favorite movie? Interstellar. As the renowned philosopher Lil Yachty once put it:
And that about wraps it up, folks – at least for now, anyway. I'm impressed you made it this far. DM me an Interstellar reference and we'll instantly become MySpace friends