Professional Overview:
Mahyar Hallaj Pour, the dynamic Founder and CEO of i3 Capital, boasts an impressive educational pedigree, encompassing a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, a Master’s in Private Law, and a regulated Canadian immigration consultant (RCIC) certificate. His illustrious career has seen him don diverse roles within the governmental cabinet and the tourism sector. Notably, he served as an esteemed advisor at the pinnacle of governmental hierarchy and played a pivotal role in sculpting the national human capital plan in Iran. His relentless dedication, foresight in anticipating immigration law shifts, and unwavering support have been cornerstones of his success. Under his visionary leadership, over 1000 individuals and 300 companies have seamlessly transitioned to their new Canadian homes. Today, his immigration services firm flourishes, powered by a robust team of over 50 dedicated professionals.
Personal Insights:
Beyond his corporate persona, Mahyar is a kickboxing enthusiast with over 50 high-level professional fight competitions under his belt, earning him international acclaim in the sports arena. When he’s not in the ring, he cherishes moments with his newborn daughter and wife and often finds solace in entrepreneurship series and podcasts. A fun fact about him? He has an uncanny ability to make incredibly accurate guesses, a unique talent that often surprises those around him.
Company Commitment:
Having been with i3 Capital since its inception, Mahyar’s vision for the company is both ambitious and heartfelt. He aspires not only to assist 1 million immigrants in their relocation journey but also to empower immigrant entrepreneurs globally, aiding them in establishing and operating their businesses in their chosen countries. His mission is to bridge gaps, create opportunities, and ensure that every entrepreneur, regardless of origin, has the tools and support to thrive in their new homeland.
Mahyar’s Mantras:
His guiding principle, “Your job is not done until it is done,” encapsulates his unwavering commitment to excellence. When reflecting on the facets of his role he cherishes most, it’s the profound, transformative impact he can impart on those seeking a fresh start and new opportunities in Canada.
Shervin Mashayekh stands as a paragon of growth and transformation in the digital product development sphere, bringing over a decade of rich experience in senior product management and strategy consulting. His career is marked by significant tenures at leading companies such as Media Pardazesh, Ofogh Koorosh Chain Stores, Ayandeh Bank, and MyDigipay. Shervin is renowned for his strategic guidance in developing business cases, scaling product roadmaps, and delivering innovative customer value. His expertise extends to coaching teams in data-driven decision-making, Agile methodologies, and strategic visioning. His contributions have been pivotal in fostering organizational evolution and facilitating mindset shifts toward more dynamic and efficient operational models. Shervin’s leadership and insights continue to drive businesses forward, making him a valuable asset to any team.
Tech Maestro:
With a Software Engineering Bachelor’s degree under his belt and over 15 years of hands-on experience, Shayan Eskandari is the tech wizard behind i3 Capital’s innovative solutions. Having served as a full-stack developer and tech lead in various esteemed public and private companies, Shayan’s expertise spans across .Net languages, servers, VoIP, Python, and Angular. As our Chief Technology Officer, he’s the driving force behind our technological advancements, ensuring we stay ahead of the curve.
The Heart & Hustle:
Don’t let his age fool you! At 36, Shayan’s energy rivals that of a 20-year-old, always buzzing with enthusiasm and ready to take on challenges. Known for his kind heart and ever-curious mind, he’s the go-to person in the office for any tech-related tweaks. And if you ever find yourself in need of a tool (or even something you didn’t know you needed), just ask Shayan. Chances are, it’s in his backpack!
While tea might not be his cup of… well, tea, he has an unwavering love for coffee that fuels his tech endeavors.
Professional Overview:
Danial Nikbin, the Lead Software Engineer at i3 Capital, is a distinguished figure in the realm of software engineering. With a Master’s degree from the University of Ottawa and Carleton University in Canada, Danial has made significant academic contributions, including presenting at the ICST 2023 conference in Dublin and earning a nomination for a special issue in a leading software engineering journal. His journey in software development began with a bachelor’s final project, which evolved into founding a startup specializing in cloud-based services for server monitoring and cybersecurity.
Technical Expertise:
Over the past decade, Danial has honed his skills in a variety of languages, including GoLang, Swift, Dart, Java, JavaScript, C#, and PHP. His expertise is not confined to backend development; he is equally proficient in full-stack development, DevOps, and server management.
Role and Contribution:
At i3 Capital, Danial leverages his extensive experience and academic prowess to address complex software challenges. His ability to navigate various software and server environments makes him a versatile and invaluable asset to the team. Danial’s entrepreneurial spirit and technical expertise play a crucial role in driving innovation and technological advancement at i3 Capital.
Crafting Digital Experiences:
With an Associate Degree in Computer Programming under his belt, Amir Sabagh has honed his skills over four years, specializing as a web and front-end developer. His expertise spans across JavaScript, React, Angular, and WordPress, but it doesn’t stop there. Amir also possesses a keen eye for UI Design, Marketing, Branding, and Product Management, making him a versatile asset to the team.
Life Beyond the Screen:
When Amir isn’t crafting impeccable user experiences, he’s diving deep into podcasts like Huberman Lab and Modern Wisdom Podcast or engrossed in books like “$100M Offers” by Alex Hormozi. A conversation with Amir can range from entrepreneurship to mindfulness, blockchain, and history. He’s a left-handed cyclist🚴♂️, novice boxer🥊die-hard Arsenal FC fan⚽, and a former semi-professional basketball🏀 and table tennis🏓 player. And if you ever challenge him to a game of table tennis, be prepared – he’s still got the skills to win!
Vision for i3 Capital:
Amir’s dream is to create a product that positively impacts the lives of at least a million people. With a combined tenure of four years at i3 Capital and CanadaPass, he’s well on his way to making that vision a reality.
Dr. Mojtaba Bandarabadi is a Senior Researcher in the Department of Biomedical Sciences at the University of Lausanne. Before this, he was a Postdoctoral Fellow at the same university and at Inselspital, Universitätsspital Bern in the Department of Neurology. He holds a Ph.D. in Informatics Engineering from the University of Coimbra. Dr. Bandarabadi’s work focuses on advancing biomedical research through his expertise in biomedical sciences and informatics engineering.
Dr. Meysam Asgari is an Associate Professor in the Computer Science and Electrical Engineering (CSEE) program at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU). His research focuses on automatic speech recognition (ASR), speech and language processing, machine learning, deep neural networks (DNN), and diagnosing speech disorders. Dr. Asgari is a recognized expert in his field, contributing significantly to advancements in speech technology and health-related applications.
Seyed Mohsen Hosseini is a dedicated computer scientist specializing in deep learning and natural language processing, with a robust background as a graduate teaching assistant and published author in prestigious journals. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Computer Science at Western University, his research centers on protein-protein interaction prediction using Large Language Models. With expertise in machine learning frameworks such as Keras, TensorFlow, and PyTorch, as well as web development and cloud computing, Seyed Mohsen is passionate about contributing to innovative projects and collaborating with others in the field.
Alireza Bayestehtashk holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Oregon Health & Science University. He has extensive experience in speech recognition research, currently working at M*Modal in the Greater Pittsburgh Area for over seven years. His previous roles include Research Assistant at Oregon Health & Science University and a Research Intern at Google, where he contributed to robust automatic speech recognition using microphone array processing.
With a focus on the convergence of computer science and statistics, Amir Babaeian has amassed over a decade of experience in developing analytical solutions for diverse applications encompassing computer vision, natural language processing, recommender systems, and time series analysis.
Amir attained a PhD in Mathematics from the University of California, San Diego, specializing in the development of algorithms for dimensionality reduction and community detection in large-scale graphs. Currently, his scholarly pursuits center on the utilization of machine learning and natural language processing within the realm of healthcare.
