Meet our team
Lawrence Taylor, Co-Founder & CEO
Lawrence Taylor, MSc., is an experienced Biologist, underwater researcher and filmmaker who has recently delved heavily into advanced automated vision technologies and machine learning. Lawrence and Ulrich have collaborated over the years on a number of projects. His technical resume is built on behavioural documentation and scientific imagery.
Ulrich Lobsiger, Co-Founder
Ulrich Lobsiger, MSc., has 35 years of practical and executive experience in oceanography and instrument/method development. His pioneering smart deep-sea camera, the DeepSlope brand (Vintage 1986), was then the most sophisticated system available, earning him a licensing agreement with the world leader, Osprey Electronics of Aberdeen. With deep roots and connections in the ocean tech community, and provides a global perspective to our startup.
Mike Hayes, VP Strategy
Mike Hayes has spent most of his career in B2B, & B2C companies, international and export marketing. After graduating university, Mike left for greener pastures in England where he worked at J. Walter Thompson London on such great brands as NatWest Bank, Teacher’s Whisky, Kraft/General Foods, Rolex, and Unilever. Upon his return, Mike spent several years in the IT and technology fields, where he built strategic vendor relationships with Microsoft, IBM, Novell, HP and Cisco.
Mike Cyr, Director of Marketing
After graduating from Saint Mary’s University with a degree in Marketing, Mike pursued his passion, helping entrepreneurs, small businesses and startups flourish. He enjoys helping businesses grow using proven marketing fundamentals and techniques. Mike uses his strong organizational skills to manage complex projects. When Mike’s not learning or leading, you’ll find him on the water pursuing his other passion - sailing.