--- title: About Videate | Making Videos at Ludicrous Speed description: Learn about Videate's purpose and values, our founders and advisory board, and how you can be a part of this amazing company! --- # About Us #### Making videos at ludicrous speed   [![Get Your Demo](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/7498410/324d2897-ed70-41fd-a481-2774e2880936.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/7498410/324d2897-ed70-41fd-a481-2774e2880936)      ![Background](https://www.videate.io/hs-fs/hubfs/Background.png?width=1280&height=746&name=Background.png) ## Meet the Team Building the future of automated video technology. ![Ryan Arnett](https://www.videate.io/hubfs/Graphics/Headshots/Ryan%20Arnett.png) #### Ryan Arnett ##### CEO Ryan brings over 17 years of distinguished experience in the SaaS industry to his role as CEO at Videate. With a track record of developing and scaling go-to-market organizations in the high-tech industry, Ryan has led high-performance teams to achieve double-digit revenue growth, transformed startups into industry leaders, and orchestrated multiple successful exits. Ryan is passionate about building successful technology companies, emphasizing profitable and sustainable revenue streams through creativity, teamwork, and superior cross-functional communications. Before becoming CEO of Videate, Ryan was in leadership roles at companies such as **OpenGov**, **Docsend**, **TOPO Research **and **Advisory**, and **Meltwater**. Ryan lives in Dripping Springs, TX, with his wife, Connie, and his two dogs, Bowie (a border collie) and Brodie (a mini-golden retriever). [*Linkedin*](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-arnett-37b9196/) ![Dave Gullo](https://www.videate.io/hubfs/Dave%20Gullo%20Pic-2.png) #### Dave Gullo ##### Co-founder Dave is co-founder and inventor of the Videate technology. Prior to Videate, he was the co-founder and CTO of **VideoAmp**, a successful cross-screen video advertising planning, trading, and measuring platform. An expert in mass-scale browser automation and high volume/low latency distributed systems, Dave was previously Principal Software Engineer at **Krux**, a real-time data management platform acquired by Salesforce. Dave has a BS degree in Instructional Technology from California State University, Chico, combining his love of education, computer science, and media. He lives outside of Austin, TX with his wife, two sons, and a couple of mustangs. [*Linkedin*](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pangaea/) ## Board and Advisors Experts in technology and more ![Mark Hellinger ](https://www.videate.io/hs-fs/hubfs/Graphics/Headshots/Mark%20Hellinger%20Pic.png?width=1080&height=1080&name=Mark%20Hellinger%20Pic.png) #### Mark Hellinger ##### Co-founder, Chairman of the Board Mark co-founded and led several successful enterprise software companies, including Xyleme and Interactive. He brings invaluable experience to Videate, with a strong track record in guiding startups from MVP to venture funding. [**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mhellinger/) [![Eric Engineer](https://www.videate.io/hs-fs/hubfs/6.png?width=500&height=500&name=6.png) ](https://www.s3vc.com/) #### [Eric Engineer](https://www.s3vc.com/) ##### Partner, S3 Ventures Eric is a Partner at S3 Ventures -- where he invests in technology start-ups targeting businesses, healthcare, and digital consumer experiences. [**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericeng/) [![Wayne Boulais](https://www.videate.io/hs-fs/hubfs/1.png?width=500&height=500&name=1.png) ](https://www.tensilityvc.com/) #### [Wayne Boulais](https://www.tensilityvc.com/) ##### Partner, Tensility Ventures Wayne is the co-founder of Tensility Venture Partners, an early-stage venture investment firm with a focus on software that utilizes data, predictive analytics, and learning algorithms to solve high-value problems. [**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/wayne-boulais-9a5252/) [![Claire Hansen](https://www.videate.io/hs-fs/hubfs/1-1.png?width=1080&height=1080&name=1-1.png) ](http://www.firebrandvc.com/) #### [Claire Hansen](http://www.firebrandvc.com/) ##### Partner, Firebrand Ventures Claire is Partner at Firebrand Ventures, an early stage venture capital firm that invests in exceptional software founders across emerging markets. [**](http://www.linkedin.com/in/clairehansen) ## Company Values ![Relentless Innovation](https://www.videate.io/hs-fs/hubfs/innovation-icon.png?width=97&height=116&name=innovation-icon.png) #### Relentless Innovation ** ### This is the cornerstone of our success. Always driving continuous improvement, technical excellence, quality, and efficiency. ** ![Tenacity](https://www.videate.io/hs-fs/hubfs/tenacity-icon.png?width=84&height=91&name=tenacity-icon.png) #### Tenacity ** ### Propelling individuals toward success, embodying the essence of grit, risk-taking, and a growth mindset. ** ![Responsibility](https://www.videate.io/hs-fs/hubfs/responsibility-icon.png?width=79&height=77&name=responsibility-icon.png) #### Responsibility ** ### Taking ownership, demonstrating personal accountability, and following through on commitments. ** ![Integrity](https://www.videate.io/hs-fs/hubfs/integrity-icon.png?width=99&height=81&name=integrity-icon.png) #### Integrity ** ### Unwavering character, embodying the principles of honesty, transparency, and consistently doing the right thing even when no one is watching.  ** ![Team](https://www.videate.io/hs-fs/hubfs/team-icon.png?width=87&height=91&name=team-icon.png) #### Team ** ### Adaptability, trust, active empathy, acceptance, and gratitude. Seamless navigation through dynamic challenges, resilience, and a shared commitment to achieving collective goals.  ** ![Fun](https://www.videate.io/hs-fs/hubfs/fun-icon.png?width=71&height=100&name=fun-icon.png) #### Fun ** ### A workplace that embraces a spirit of enjoyment and fosters creativity, collaboration, and employee engagement. ** ![](https://px.ads.linkedin.com/collect/?pid=4262097&fmt=gif) ![websights](https://ws.zoominfo.com/pixel/62827e1c95cf0e0012d0eba5) ![](https://px.ads.linkedin.com/collect/?pid=4262097&fmt=gif)