Exciting Updates from IKIN — February 2021 Newsletter

I am excited and pleased to welcome you to our first IKIN News!

So much has happened this past year and so we have much to look forward to in 2021. Despite incredible global challenges – a pandemic and its impact on the workplace, unemployment, business travel, etc., we at IKIN have made great progress in terms of our technology, the growth of our team, our vision and go to market plans. Moving forward, monthly, I will share in our IKIN News all of our recent successes, my thoughts on our months ahead as well as any challenges we face.

December and January have been incredible months at IKIN. We raised over $4 million in capital in December – January, and received incredible press coverage all before we launch a product. Our Business-to-Business model is growing strong as represented by our Department of Defense contract and we welcome new members that have joined IKIN and bring incredible experience to the team. It’s clear we are on a path to be a leader in the world of technology and innovation and will share more of this in our newsletter. As always, I look forward to staying connected.

All the Best,

Joe Ward

We’ve got some outstanding new people on the team. IKIN is proud to introduce Chad Lee (Creative Director) and Michael D’Arminio (Chief Marketing Officer). Learn more below.

Chad Lee

Creative Director

Chad Lee is an award-winning artist who has been developing innovative video games and tech products for over 25 years, working with such companies as Disney, Dreamworks, Hasbro and others. He has created new technology platforms for viewing entertainment in VR and traditional platforms with an eye on visual excellence.

Prior to IKIN, Chad has successfully created and manages several award-winning development and entertainment companies. His business experience includes managing internal and external teams, organizing projects, creating and maintaining brand cohesion, and forming efficient teams to handle the unpredictable environment of new technology development.

As a creative, I’ve always been intrigued by holograms and next gen UI platforms, and after viewing what IKIN has created, I just had to be a part of it. Who wouldn’t want to have the chance to craft the next evolution of holographic interfaces for the world!

— Chad Lee

Michael D’Arminio

Chief Marketing Officer

Michael has successfully lead the marketing and branding for over 25 years for some of the most game changing global fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands in the industry across multiple distribution channels.

Prior to joining IKIN, he has worked for global companies both large and small including L’oreal, Unilever, Philosophy and Arbonne. He brings passion, structure, awareness of the global consumer and the ability to scale while also having an entrepreneurial and creative spirit with a hands on approach.

Alpha Beta Testing — “IKIN recognizes the importance of successful Alpha & Beta testing in 2021 as it relates to the RYZ Accessory, the RYZ SDK and the RYZ Apps. Alpha testing is internal testing and Beta testing will be performed by a 3rd party external company in order to test full user experience and functionality. At IKIN, we are believers in testing because we want to deliver the most incredible consumer experience and leave no stone unturned.”

— Chuck Oakley, VP Global Manufacturing and Supply Chain.

Learn More

Jameson Eichenlaub — As valued member of the IKIN team, Jameson heads up the Holographic Development which includes integration of the hardware “RYZ” and the software components to make sure all works well together to create of our fantastic demo reels. Congratulations!

We have been fortunate to partner with so many investors that are sharing the IKIN vision. Clearly, we have something special. We are truly delivering on a promise.

​— Doug Garnhart | CFO