Chris Nielsen

Chris Nielsen is the Founder and CEO of leading AI firm Levatas, developers of the Cognitive Inspection Platform, an AI tool that enables mobile autonomous robotics, drones and submersibles with visual AI for industrial inspections. During his 20 year career at the helm of Levatas, Chris’ notable achievements are the launch of the Levatas Industrial AI Lab at their headquarters in South Florida, patenting core AI technology such as Analog Gauge Reading, forging key global partnerships with Boston Dynamics and Skydio, and being the first AI developer in the world to integrate ChatGPT with Spot robots. In his community, Chris is active in the role of Vice Chair of the Board for the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum, where he is responsible for the historical, environmental and cultural preservation of the beloved landmark. Outside of his corporate pursuits, you can find Chris on the tropical waterways of Jupiter, Florida, boating and spearfishing with his young children and friends.