Iddo Gino
About Iddo Gino
Iddo Gino is the founder of Rapid and an advisor at lunar.dev, recognized for his contributions to technology and entrepreneurship. He has extensive experience in fundraising and scaling software companies, notably leading RapidAPI to become the world's largest API Hub.
Work at RapidAPI
Iddo Gino founded Rapid in 2015 and served as CEO until 2023. Under his leadership, RapidAPI became the world's largest API Hub, facilitating efficient API discovery for developers. His focus on building tools that empower developers has been a driving force behind the company's growth. In 2023, he transitioned to the role of Founder at Rapid, continuing to influence the company's direction and strategy in a hybrid work environment.
Current Role at lunar.dev
Since 2024, Iddo Gino has been working at lunar.dev as an Advisor and Investor. His role involves providing strategic guidance and investment support to the company, leveraging his extensive experience in the tech industry. He is based in the San Francisco Bay Area, contributing to the growth and development of innovative software solutions.
Education and Expertise
Iddo Gino studied at the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, where he achieved a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science in 2013. His educational background has equipped him with the technical skills necessary for his entrepreneurial ventures. He has extensive experience in fundraising and scaling software companies, contributing to their growth to billion-dollar valuations.
Achievements and Recognition
Iddo Gino has been recognized in Forbes 30 under 30 for his contributions to technology and entrepreneurship. He participated in the Thiel Fellowship, a program designed to support young entrepreneurs. His work in scaling RapidAPI and his focus on empowering developers have garnered attention within the tech community.
Background and Early Career
Iddo Gino founded Rapid in 2015 after realizing the need for efficient API discovery while leading hackathons. He has a history of entrepreneurial ventures and has never managed a business through a recession. His early experiences have shaped his approach to building and scaling technology companies.