Jonathan Marcoschamer – Co-Founder & CEO

After experiencing the ancient meditation practice of Vipassana during a ten-day silent retreat, Jonathan discovered firsthand the transformative power of meditation. He realized it’s a skill that everyone can learn—and one that can profoundly enhance focus, clarity, and emotional balance.

The idea for OpenSeed was born soon after, while sitting in an open-floor office with no private space to meditate. He envisioned a pod that offers privacy and integrates multiple therapeutic modalities, helping people relax, recharge, and reconnect quickly and effectively.

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Vids Samanta – Co-Founder, Head of Technology

Vids is the technical architect and engineering visionary behind OpenSeed’s integrated hardware and software systems. With a Ph.D. in Computer Science from UCLA and over 15 years of experience leading complex product and engineering teams, he brings deep expertise in IoT systems, embedded technologies, and user experience design.

Before co-founding OpenSeed, Vids served as Head of Product at I.AM+ / Wink, where he led the development of cutting-edge connected devices and AI-driven products. He also held key roles at HERE Technologies and Nokia, where he contributed to large-scale mapping and mobile innovation platforms.

At OpenSeed, Vids is the tech guru responsible for translating vision into reality—developing the pod’s sensory synchronization system, control interface, and software that seamlessly integrates sound, light, aroma, and vibro-acoustic experiences to guide users into deeper states of calm and focus.

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Yves Behar – Advisor

An award-winning industrial designer and visionary entrepreneur, Yves is the Founder and CEO of fuseproject, a world-renowned design and innovation studio based in San Francisco. His work bridges the worlds of technology, sustainability, and human-centered design, shaping products and brands that enhance everyday life.

Yves has co-founded and led multiple groundbreaking ventures including Telo, August Home, Canopy, and FORME Life

His design philosophy centers on creating products that are both beautiful and purposeful, combining form, function, and emotion. Béhar’s work has received numerous international awards and has been exhibited in museums around the world, including the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) and the Centre Pompidou.

At OpenSeed, Yves contributes his visionary approach to design and wellbeing, helping shape environments that promote stillness, mindfulness, and human connection through thoughtful, sensory-driven experiences.

Deepak Mulchandani – Hardware & Tech Advisor

A seasoned technology and product leader with over 25 years of experience driving innovation at the intersection of hardware, software, and user experience.

Deepak currently serves as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of FORME Life, where he leads the development of next-generation connected fitness technology that seamlessly blends design, engineering, and personalized wellness experiences.

Previously, he was the Senior Vice President of Product Engineering at Peloton Interactive, where he directed global teams responsible for the design, development, and integration of Peloton’s connected hardware and digital platforms. His leadership helped scale Peloton’s product ecosystem, ensuring a cohesive and high-performance experience across devices and content.

Before Peloton, Deepak held leadership roles at Google, Barnes & Noble, and Hewlett-Packard, where he oversaw engineering initiatives that unified advanced technology with intuitive design. His expertise spans the entire product development lifecycle—from concept and prototyping to large-scale manufacturing and deployment—enabling him to bridge the gap between visionary design and real-world execution.

At OpenSeed, Deepak brings his deep technical acumen and strategic insight into connected product ecosystems, engineering innovation, and user-centric design, supporting the company’s mission to make stillness and mindfulness more accessible through technology.

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Jay Vidyarthi – UX/UI Advisor

A pioneering voice in the intersection of mindfulness, design, and technology, Jay has spent over 15 years shaping how people experience wellbeing through digital and physical interfaces.

He was formerly the Head of User Experience at Muse, the groundbreaking brain-sensing headband that uses EEG technology to help users build and sustain a meditation practice. At Muse, Jay led the design of experiences that bridged neuroscience, sound, and interactive feedback—translating complex brain data into intuitive and emotionally resonant experiences. His work helped position Muse as one of the most influential products in the global mindfulness technology movement.

Jay is now the Founder and Director of Still Ape, the world’s first UX design studio dedicated exclusively to mindfulness, compassion, and wellbeing. Through Still Ape, he collaborates with mission-driven startups, wellness brands, and research institutions to create digital and physical products that cultivate presence, empathy, and human connection.

In addition to his design leadership, Jay is a speaker, educator, and thought leader whose work has been featured in publications such as TechCrunch, Forbes, and Mindful Magazine. His approach integrates human-centered design, behavioral science, and contemplative practice, helping organizations design technologies that heal rather than distract.

At OpenSeed, Jay contributes his rare combination of UX strategy, mindfulness expertise, and product empathy to craft experiences that guide users gently inward—making stillness not only accessible but deeply engaging through thoughtful, multisensory design.

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Adele Aharonoff

A seasoned executive and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience spanning leadership, human capital strategy, and wellness. She is the founder of BizCoachGurus, where she provides fractional HR leadership, talent strategy, and organizational coaching to growing businesses.

Prior to that, she served as SVP of People at THE WELL, guiding people operations and championing workplace well-being for a global wellness brand. She also advises startups in the wellness and tech sectors, including roles on the boards of OpenSeed and Aidora.

Adele is deeply committed to education and community impact. She founded The Scholar House Foundation, a nonprofit focusing on helping students from underserved backgrounds complete college, and LIFitMoms, a wellness platform for mothers and families.

Her academic credentials include a Master’s in Career Counseling from NYU and an Executive MBA from Pace University.

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Sommer Seasons

An independent brand design studio specializing in art direction, concept development, e-commerce, packaging, and print design. With a multidisciplinary approach, they partner closely with clients to create cohesive, thoughtful brand identities that resonate across physical and digital touchpoints. Their work blends visual storytelling, strategic thinking, and refined aesthetics to help brands express their essence and connect meaningfully with their audience.

TUUX

A Mexico City–based design and fabrication studio that blends creativity, sustainability, and social purpose into every project. 

They operate as both a design house and FSC-certified manufacturer, partnering with clients ranging from cultural institutions and architecture firms to government agencies and global brands. Tuux’s interdisciplinary team includes designers, scientists, woodworkers, musicians, and entrepreneurs, all united by a commitment to environmental stewardship and social responsibility. 

Among their signature work is the redesign of Nouvel’s headquarters in Mexico, where they handled architecture, interiors, gallery spaces, and sustainable upgrades. Led by co-founders Emiliano Godoy and Daniel Romero, Tuux has earned international recognition—such as the Red Dot Design Award—and has been featured among Mexico’s top creative minds.

Tom Johnston – Advisor