Matija Kopić

Matija Kopić is a prominent entrepreneur and technology leader based in Osijek, Croatia. He is best known as the Co-Founder and Advisor of Gideon, a company focused on developing intelligent automation solutions, particularly in the field of robotics and AI. His work emphasizes cognitive robotics, machine vision, and industrial AI, aiming to enhance productivity through innovative technologies.

Education and Early Career

Kopić holds a Master’s Degree in Information Systems from the University of Zagreb, where he studied from 2005 to 2010. His early career included a role as a student assistant at the Faculty of Organization and Informatics, where he engaged in courses related to informatics and financial institutions.

Professional Experience

• Gideon: Kopić co-founded Gideon in February 2017 and served as its CEO until July 2022, when he transitioned to an advisory role. Under his leadership, Gideon developed AI-based autonomous mobile robots designed to solve complex industrial challenges through visual perception technology.
• Farmeron Inc.: Before Gideon, he founded Farmeron Inc., a pioneering SaaS platform for dairy and cattle farm management, which he led from October 2010 to February 2017.

Recognition and Awards

Kopić has received several accolades for his contributions to technology and innovation, including:

• The Rector's Award from the University of Zagreb in 2008.
• The Microsoft Independent Software Vendor Windays11 Award in 2011.
• The Order of Danica Hrvatska, awarded by the President of Croatia in 2012 for his innovations.

Personal Interests

In addition to his professional pursuits, Matija Kopić has expressed a passion for music, having studied piano at the "August Harambasic" Music School from 1994 to 2000. He is fluent in English and actively engages with the tech community through platforms like LinkedIn, where he shares insights on AI and robotics.

Kopić's vision centers on leveraging technology to unlock human potential, making significant strides in the fields of automation and robotics.