Eric Menees
About Eric Menees
Eric Menees is the Founder and CEO of Fynn, a position he has held since 2020 in the New York City Metropolitan Area. He has a diverse background in neuroscience, mechanical engineering, and biochemistry, and has founded multiple companies focused on neurotechnology and health monitoring.
Work at Fynn
Eric Menees serves as the Founder and CEO of Fynn, a position he has held since 2020. Under his leadership, Fynn has focused on providing access to quality education and career opportunities in high-demand fields. The organization aims to help thousands of students achieve their educational and professional goals. Fynn operates in the New York City Metropolitan Area, where it has established a presence in the education sector.
Previous Experience
Before founding Fynn, Eric Menees held several key positions in various organizations. He was the Founder of Hexis Inc. from 2017 to 2020 in the Austin, Texas Area. He also worked at Prototype Capital as part of the Deal Team from 2019 to 2021. His earlier roles include serving as a Global Technology Commercialization Consultant at IC² Institute and as a Design Consultant at Diamatrix Ltd. He has a history of founding companies, including Cervelio and Pulse Positive.
Educational Background
Eric Menees has a multidisciplinary educational background, having studied at The University of Texas at Austin where he earned Bachelor of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Neuroscience, and Biochemistry from 2013 to 2018. He also participated in various programs, including the National Science Foundation Innovation Corps and the Austin Technology Incubator, focusing on entrepreneurship and commercialization. Additionally, he studied at the European Innovation Academy in Turin, Italy, achieving Lean Startup in 2016.
Consulting and Teaching Experience
Eric Menees has extensive experience in consulting and teaching. He has consulted with, taught, and evaluated startups globally as a member of The Institute for Constructive Capital. He also served as a Teaching Assistant for the Undergraduate Signature Course at The University of Texas at Austin. His involvement in research and education spans various laboratories and programs, contributing to his expertise in entrepreneurship and commercialization.
Passion and Focus Areas
Eric Menees is passionate about social mobility, music, and health extension, particularly in the area of nerve regeneration. His interests have influenced his work in founding companies in neurotechnology and health monitoring. He is dedicated to leveraging his multidisciplinary background to create solutions that address significant challenges in education and health.