OUR JOURNEY
In 2020, Amanda and Matt planted a small hobby orchard. Over the next few years the orchard grew and the challenges facing commercial fruit growers became obvious.
Over the same time, food affordability was getting worse.
Matt had a gnawing question. Time is finite. Improving grower viability is critical. Why would he wait another season before focusing on this?
He didn't have a good answer.
Matt resigned from a leadership role at a growing tech company. Amanda and Matt bought a fixer-upper commercial apple orchard. Mike, who Matt had worked with for many years, joined to lead the robotics work.
Finite was born.
LIFE IS FINITE.
WORK WITH PURPOSE.
Founding Team
Matt Stevens
Matt has extensive experience in entrepreneurship and fruit production. Prior to Finite, Matt was cofounder and CEO of FleetCarma, which was acquired by Geotab. After the acquisition, Matt led Geotab's product management function and sustainability efforts globally.
Matt is an Ontario Apple Grower, has certifications in soil microbiology and agroforestry, and holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo.
Mike Giannikouris
Mike has over a decade of experience in software & system development, including rover, drone, and IoT applications. This work has included electrified rover development and computer vision systems. Prior to Finite, Mike was Senior Director of Engineering at Avidrone and prior to that was Head of Engineering at a Siemens Subsidiary.
Mike holds a MASc in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Waterloo.
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Amanda Stevens
Amanda is a seasoned business operator, having founded/cofounded and scaled multiple successful businesses. Amanda has significant growing experience and advocates for high quality food as part of a healthy lifestyle, which flowed from her years as a varsity athlete & Academic All-Canadian.
Amanda is a registered physiotherapist and holds an MSc in Physiotherapy from McMaster University.
LEVERAGING A UNIQUE MOMENT
AI is changing how business are run. Physical AI is rapidly maturing - making robotics increasingly viable.
At the same time, there is a growing appetite for a healthier and more durable food supply. Tree crops are an ideal option.
Finite is purpose-driven, focused on dramatically improving the economic viability and durability of fruit growers. We need these growers to thrive - as thriving fruit growers means abundant and affordable fruit for everyone.
Finite is using the new AI toolbox to rapidly develop orchard robots, with a small and highly equipped team, making this future a reality.
Our Journey So Far
