Nicholas Nadeau (he/him)
CTO, SmartOne
Dr. Nicholas Nadeau, Ph.D., P.Eng., recently appointed Chief Technology Officer at SmartOne through the strategic acquisition of Nadeau Innovations, is a dynamic leader and seasoned engineer renowned for his deep expertise in AI/ML, robotics, and emerging technologies. His distinguished career includes a pivotal role as CTO of 1X, where he spearheaded the deployment of humanoid robots, securing the world’s largest contract in this field with ADT Commercial and facilitating a significant funding round of over $100M, supported by notable investors including OpenAI. Additionally, through Nadeau Innovations, he has imparted his substantial knowledge in technology as a fractional CTO, aiding numerous startups in navigating complex technological challenges. An active mentor for startups and executives at accelerators like Techstars, NextAI, and Creative Destruction Lab, Dr. Nadeau's commitment to fostering innovation and growth in the tech community continues to have a profound impact.