Erik La Bianca
About Erik La Bianca
Erik La Bianca is the Chief Technology Officer at Synaptiq and co-founder of The Seventh Sense, with extensive experience in technology and data engineering across various industries.
Current Positions
Erik La Bianca is currently serving as the Chief Technology Officer at Synaptiq and The Seventh Sense. At Synaptiq, he has held the role since 2016, overseeing data engineering and technology strategy, focusing on ensuring seamless data flow into AI systems. At The Seventh Sense, based in Arlington, VA, he has been the CTO and Cofounder since 2015, where he contributes to the company's innovative marketing AI solutions.
Previous Roles and Experience
Throughout his career, Erik La Bianca accumulated extensive experience in technology leadership and software engineering. He was Chief Architect and CSO at WiserTogether, Inc. from 2011 to 2014 in Washington, DC, and served as Vice President, Engineering at XIF Communications for a year in 2010-2011. He also managed web operations at National Geographic Society and developed web applications there between 2009 and 2010. Prior roles include Vice President and CTO at Interlink, Inc., where he worked from 1999 to 2009, along with development and technical consultancy positions at Quonic Communications and Madaba Plains Project.
Education and Academic Background
Erik La Bianca holds a BS degree from Andrews University, where he studied Physics, Anthropology, Math, and Computer Science between 1996 and 2001. He also attended La Sierra University, focusing on Physics from 1996 to 1997, and Andrews Academy, where he completed his secondary education from 1992 to 1996.
Technical Expertise and Interests
Erik La Bianca is highly skilled in integrating complex data, distributed systems, and stream processing. His experience spans multiple industries including aerospace, healthcare, legal services, media, and marketing. He has a deep interest in creating innovative systems through advanced technology and has successfully led several technical initiatives in his career.
Personal Interests
Outside of his professional life, Erik La Bianca has a keen interest in trail running and enjoys playing ice hockey as a hobby. These activities reflect his active lifestyle and willingness to engage in physically demanding sports during his spare time.