Buck Jordan
About Buck Jordan
Buck Jordan is the President, Cofounder, and Chairman of Miso Robotics, where he leads the development of AI-powered kitchen technology. He also serves as Founder and Managing Partner at Canyon Creek Capital and has a diverse background in finance, technology, and military service.
Work at Miso Robotics
Buck Jordan is the President, Cofounder, and Chairman of Miso Robotics, a company known for its development of Flippy, an AI-powered robotic kitchen assistant. He co-founded the company in 2016 and served as CEO from 2016 to 2020. After transitioning to his current role in 2020, he has focused on leading the organization in innovating the food industry through robotics and artificial intelligence.
Education and Expertise
Buck Jordan studied at the UCLA Anderson School of Management, where he earned an MBA with a focus on Finance from 2008 to 2011. He also attended Indiana University Bloomington, where he achieved a degree in Political Science from 1998 to 2002. His educational background supports his expertise in management, finance, and political science.
Background
Before his entrepreneurial ventures, Buck Jordan served in the California Army National Guard as a Captain and Pilot from 2001 to 2010. His military experience has influenced his passion for autonomous technology and robotics. He has also held various roles in finance, including positions at Canyon Creek Capital, Platinum Equity, and Pegasus Capital Group.
Achievements
Buck Jordan has played a significant role in the establishment and growth of multiple companies. He is the Founder and Managing Partner of Canyon Creek Capital, which he has led since 2010. Additionally, he founded Vebu Labs in 2016, focusing on incubating and scaling disruptive technology startups. He has also contributed to the nonprofit sector as a Board Member for the Westside Children's Center and Serve Robotics.
Personal Interests
Buck Jordan has a passion for aviation and aspires to be an Olympic-level ping pong player. He is a father to two children, Buzz and Bowie, balancing his professional commitments with family life.