Kayvon Pourmirzaie
About Kayvon Pourmirzaie
Kayvon Pourmirzaie is a Product Counsel and Co-Founder of OnMyWhey, with extensive experience in intellectual property law and startup advisory roles. He has developed a comprehensive IP portfolio for a healthtech company and has co-founded multiple startups, including a medtech firm with an FDA-cleared device.
Work at Skydio
Kayvon Pourmirzaie has served as Product Counsel at Skydio since 2021. In this role, he focuses on legal matters related to product development and compliance within the drone technology sector. His expertise in intellectual property law supports Skydio's initiatives in developing advanced autonomous drones.
Education and Expertise
Kayvon Pourmirzaie holds a Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering from UC San Diego, where he also completed a Minor in Political Science. He earned a Juris Doctor in Intellectual Property Law from the University of San Diego School of Law. Additionally, he has an MBA with a Double Major in Entrepreneurship and Finance from The Wharton School. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in product counsel and intellectual property.
Background
Kayvon Pourmirzaie co-founded OnMyWhey in 2017, where he has been instrumental in the company's development for seven years. He has also been a founding member of Sriracha2Go since 2015. His advisory roles include positions at OpalAi, Clearyst°, and Prototype Capital, where he has contributed to various startups and healthtech initiatives.
Achievements
Kayvon Pourmirzaie has developed an extensive intellectual property portfolio and strategy for a leading healthtech wearable company. He has drafted over 200 patent applications and prosecuted more than 1000 patent applications for Fortune 100 companies and startups. His experience includes advising numerous startups from prominent incubators and accelerators on product strategy and legal matters.
Advisory Roles and Mentorship
In addition to his primary roles, Kayvon Pourmirzaie has served as an advisor at Bear Flag Robotics and Young Basile, focusing on IP and startup law. He has also been a mentor at Alchemist Accelerator since 2020, guiding emerging companies in their growth and development.