Benji Meltzer
Co-Founder & CTO•Aerobotics
Cape Town, South Africa
Founder
Connect
Expertise
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning
Data Analytics
Drone Technology
Mechatronics Engineering
Neurotechnology
Computational Neuroscience
Software Development
Predictive Modeling
Aerial Imagery Analysis
Computer Vision
Operations Management
Business Analysis
Software Modeling
Production Optimization
Agricultural Technology
Primary Sector
Analytics
1Roles
0Investments
-Raised
Biography
Data-focused engineer and entrepreneur with expertise in AI, machine learning, and data analytics. Co-founded Aerobotics in 2014, an agritech company using drone imagery and AI to optimize crop farming, serving clients in 18+ countries. Holds BSc in Mechatronics Engineering from University of Cape Town (2011) and MSc in Neurotechnology from Imperial College London. Previously worked at Uber managing operations for Sub-Saharan Africa and as a business analyst in mining and telecommunications sectors. Currently serves as Cofounder at Aerobotics and Chief Data Officer at Gradient Health. Winner of the 2019 IITPSA IT Personality Award.
Education
U
BSc in Mechatronics Engineering
University of Cape Town
2011
I
MSc in Neurotechnology (Biomedical Engineering)
Imperial College London
H
Degree
Herzlia Schools
2007
Languages
English
Awards
- 🏆2019 IITPSA IT Personality Award
- 🏆Klaus-Jürgen Bathe Engineering Scholarship (2010)
