Josh Archer

Joshua Archer is the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Arketa, a software platform that empowers fitness and wellness business owners.13 He has been in this role since January 2020, working in the Greater Los Angeles Area.1

Professional Background

Joshua has a strong background in software engineering and entrepreneurship:

• Prior to Arketa, he worked as a Software Engineer for companies like Ritual and Life360.1
• He co-founded and led the organization of 3 Day Startup UCLA in 2014-2015.12

Education

Joshua's educational background is diverse:

• He holds a Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).12
• He studied Computer Science & Entrepreneurship at Make School.1
• He obtained certificates in Front-End Web Development and Business Fundamentals & Tactics from General Assembly.1

Personal Interests

Joshua is passionate about fitness and wellness:

• He has completed two Ironman triathlons and competed in the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii.3
• This personal interest in fitness aligns with Arketa's mission to support the wellness industry.3

Role at Arketa

As the CTO of Arketa, Joshua is responsible for building the technology stack that powers the platform.1 Arketa provides tools for fitness and wellness businesses, including class bookings, payments, on-demand content, digital courses, and white-label mobile apps.3

Joshua, along with his co-founder Rachel Lea Fishman, brings a unique perspective to the fit-tech industry. Their combined experience as both technology professionals and fitness enthusiasts allows them to create solutions that address the specific needs of wellness businesses.3