Nate Ball

Nate Ball is the CEO and co-founder of Atlas Devices, LLC, a company he established in 2005 while studying at MIT.12 He is an accomplished innovator, entrepreneur, and engineer with a diverse set of skills and achievements:

Professional Career

• CEO of Atlas Devices, LLC since January 20152
• Co-founder of Atlas Devices, LLC since November 20042
• Holds dozens of US and international patents1
• Leads the company in developing innovative tactical access equipment and lifesaving products1

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from MIT (2001-2005)2
• Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from MIT (2005-2007)2

Additional Roles and Achievements

• Emmy-winning host of the PBS Kids engineering TV show "Design Squad"1
• Author of two children's science book series published by HarperCollins12
• Sought-after public speaker and TV personality, appearing on Discovery Channel, History Channel, and various news outlets1
• Recipient of the prestigious Lemelson-MIT Student Prize13
• Two-time NCAA All-American pole-vaulter and MIT's indoor/outdoor record holder (16' 6" indoor, 16' 8 3⁄4" outdoor)3

Innovations

Ball is known for his work on the ATLAS Powered Rope Ascender, a device that can raise more than 250 pounds at 10 feet per second, providing faster and more controllable climbing capabilities for rescuers, emergency personnel, and soldiers.3

Nate Ball's leadership and innovation have driven Atlas Devices to significant growth, with the company now supplying equipment globally for tactical access, fire and rescue, industrial access, and the energy industry.4