Peter Semmelhack

Peter Semmelhack is the Founder, President, and CEO of Bug Labs, Inc., a technology company based in New York City.13 Here's an overview of his background and accomplishments:

Education and Early Career

Peter Semmelhack graduated from Brown University in 1987 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics.2 After graduation, he joined Oracle Corporation when it was still a relatively small company with around $90 million in revenue.1

Entrepreneurial Journey

First Company:: In the mid-1990s, Semmelhack started his first company, which focused on creating websites and corporate developments for large companies in New York, including clients like Disney and Time Warner.1

Antenna Software:: In 1998, Semmelhack founded Antenna Software, a global enterprise mobility provider. As Chairman and CEO, he led the company to become the world's largest independent provider in its field.2

Bug Labs:: In April 2006, Semmelhack founded Bug Labs, Inc.3 The company initially focused on developing open-source hardware peripherals for rapid prototyping of electronic devices.3 Over time, Bug Labs evolved to focus on cloud-based enterprise software platforms and tools for the Internet of Things (IoT).13

Bug Labs Innovations

Under Semmelhack's leadership, Bug Labs has developed several notable products:

1. A Lego-like hardware platform for creating digital devices3
2. dweet.io: A messaging service for IoT devices3
3. Freeboard: A visualization tool for connecting devices and viewing real-time data3
4. Signalpattern: A platform that revolutionizes end-user experience by deconstructing applications into discrete interactions2

Author

Semmelhack is also the author of "Social Machines: How to Develop Connected Products That Change Customers' Lives," published in 2013.1

Current Role and Location

As the Founder, President, and CEO of Bug Labs, Semmelhack continues to lead the company from its headquarters in Manhattan, New York City.1 The company's office is located on the Upper West Side, near Central Park.1