Leadership Team

Jeremy Saxton

Co Founder and CEO

Jeremy has over 20 years of experience in financial leadership positions for tech startups, most recently in AI and Healthtech, from early stage all the way to series D and post-merger integrations. Jeremy was Head of FP&A for Datavant, the leading deidentified health data platform that merged with Ciox in a $7 billion deal. Before that Jeremy worked Syapse, a late stage healthtech startup, and was Head of FP&A for Moogsoft, a leader in the AI Ops space, that raised over $100 million in funding and was acquired by Dell. Jeremy’s responsibilities have ranged from designing financial strategies, putting in place the first operating procedures for budgets and accounting, M&A, and both venture debt and equity fundraising. Jeremy has consulted tech startups including SaaS, environmental monitoring, and drone technology, and was Director of Finance for FTL Solar, a flexible solar and off-grid energy startup, where he successfully raised $3 million of early stage funding. Jeremy began his career at the International Finance Corporation (the private investment arm of the World Bank Group) where he specialized in structured finance for developing markets in South America, Asia, Europe and Africa. Jeremy has a dual degree from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Engineering and the Wharton School of Business where he studied Systems Engineering, Finance and Entrepreneurship. He also went to MIT’s Sloan School of Business for his MBA before entrepreneurial opportunities drew him away. Read More

Satya Maganti

Founder & CPO

Satya Maganti is the Founder and Managing Partner of Like Minded Software, a technology consulting firm. Satya grew the company's revenue to over $5 million dollars within a few years. Satya has worked for over twenty years for many New York City government agencies to build software systems that have been integral to the city's growth and development. Most notably, Satya led the team that built Housing Connect for Housing Preservation and Development for New York City. Based on that experience, Satya built the software for Housing Matters, a system that revolutionizes access to affordable housing through an AI-driven platform that automates the process and connects applicants, developers, and property managers. Satya is a leading and sought-after expert in all things Affordable Housing and technology. Satya has a Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy from Mumbai Educational Trust and a Master's Degree from Baruch College in Management Information Systems. Read More

Emily Levin

Co-Founder & COO

Emily is an entrepreneur and social work veteran, known for her transformative impact in both the affordable housing and mental health sectors. With a career spanning over a decade in social work and a successful foray into entrepreneurship, Emily is now making waves as a co-founder of Housing Matters, a pioneering platform designed to simplify and enhance the affordable housing application process. Emily’s professional journey began in supportive housing, where she played a crucial role in helping individuals navigate the complexities of securing permanent, affordable housing. Her hands-on experience in both supportive housing and intake processes with social service agencies and landlords provided her with a deep understanding of the systemic challenges faced by those seeking housing. This invaluable clinical insight became the foundation for her later innovations. After more than ten years in the affordable housing sector, Emily transitioned to entrepreneurship, where she rapidly scaled a psychotherapy practice to six-figure revenue within a short timeframe. Her success in the clinical field established her as a prominent figure in the mental health community, where she now serves as a mentor and supervisor, guiding fellow therapists in growing their own practices. Emily’s expertise and leadership have earned her a respected place on the board of the Women’s Mental Health Consortium, where she advocates for advancements in women’s mental health. Combining her entrepreneurial acumen with her extensive experience in affordable housing, Emily co-founded Housing Matters to bridge the gap between technology and a seamless application process. The platform aims to streamline the often-overwhelming housing application process, making it more accessible and efficient for those in need. Emily holds a Bachelor’s degree from Barnard College, Columbia University, and a Social Work degree from New York University. Her unique blend of clinical experience and entrepreneurial success positions her as a leading innovator at the intersection of social impact and technology. Read More

Rajiv Vispute

Co-Founder & CTO

Advisory Team

Christopher J. Volgenau

Entrepreneur, Advisor and Senior Executive

Christopher is an experienced entrepreneur, advisor, and senior executive specializing in real estate and technology services with proven success in developing strategic and tactical plans to bring business concepts from genesis to financial viability. Christopher conceived, founded, or was instrumental in the launch and growth of numerous PropTech and FinTech companies and solutions. Companies include RE/MAX International, First American Financial Corporation, Heading Home, pdActive, Trustly, PayNearMe, Distinguished Programs, and Whitefence. Exits include First American Financial Corporation, Expedia, and IPVideo. Christopher was a two-time Collegiate All-American and a national and world-ranked Professional Track and Field Shot-Putter. A MacAllister Graduate Scholarship recipient, he earned an MBA from the University of Colorado, Leeds Graduate School of Business, and a BA in Psychology from the University of Colorado at Boulder. As a proud Colorado native, he is quick to tell you why life is better in the mountains. Read More

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