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Reza Mahdavi
Founder & CEO of Plates
Reza Mahdavi is the Founder and CEO of MyPlates, a platform that connects local food artisans with diners seeking diverse, home-cooked meals. He established MyPlates in 2018, aiming to enhance access to unique culinary experiences from local chefs and food creators.1
Professional Background
Reza has a robust background in the technology sector, having started his career in 1984 as the Director of Systems Test and Integration at CLSI. His notable positions include:
- North American Director of Indirect Channel Sales Operation at IBM (1989)
- Vice President and General Manager at Cisco Systems, Inc. (1994)
- President at Ipanema Technologies (2008)
- Strategic Advisor roles at various companies including Anevia and Actility.12
Education
Reza Mahdavi holds a Master of Science in Computer Science from Bridgewater State University (1979-1983) and has furthered his education at the Stanford University Graduate School of Business in 2003.1
Current Role
As CEO of MyPlates, he leads strategic initiatives and oversees operations, leveraging his extensive experience in technology and business to drive the company's mission.3
