Meet the Founders of Kibsi
Meet the visionaries behind Kibsi—the people committed to transforming the way you see and understand your world.
Once upon a time...
Meet the movers and shakers behind Kibsi—the game-changing startup turning computer vision into actionable insights. Our co-founders Tolga Tarhan and Amir Kashani first teamed up in school, eventually co-founding Sturdy.cloud. Their innovative ideas around developer workflows and IoT made waves in the tech community. The duo then joined forces with strategic leaders Amanda McQueen and Eric Miller at Onica, creating an AWS-focused powerhouse that caught the eye of Rackspace Technology.
Post-acquisition, our team didn’t miss a beat. Tolga took on the CTO role, Amanda led strategy, Amir managed engineering, and Eric spearheaded pre-sales. Together, they steered Rackspace back into the public spotlight with a successful IPO.
Inspired and battle-tested, our core four founded Kibsi. With our platform, video cameras morph into smart, AI-driven tools. No more stress over complexities or costs; it’s innovation made easy.
Join us on a journey where expertise meets cutting-edge tech, all aimed at creating a smarter, more efficient future!
Get to know the founders
Tolga Tarhan
CEO & Co-founder
With over 20 years steering product and engineering teams, Tolga Tarhan is nothing short of a tech virtuoso. An early adopter of cloud-native philosophies, he’s a hands-on technologist whose passion has sculpted Kibsi’s technical approach, vision, and strategy.
Holding an M.B.A. from the Graziadio Business School at Pepperdine University, Tolga marries business savvy with technical prowess. This unique blend ensures that Kibsi’s innovations are not only cutting-edge but also strategically sound.
Under Tolga’s guidance, we’re constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, ensuring that Kibsi remains a leader in technological innovation.
Amir Kashani
CTO & Co-founder
With two decades of experience under his belt, Amir Kashani is a linchpin in the realms of product and engineering. A pioneering force in cloud native development, Amir has shattered adoption barriers in serverless computing and IoT.
Sporting a B.S. in Information & Computer Science from the University of California, Irvine, Amir’s technical acumen keeps Kibsi at the forefront of innovation.
His expertise not only fuels our product development but also ensures that we’re always a step ahead in implementing cutting-edge technologies.
Amanda McQueen
CXO & Co-founder
With over 15 years in the tech industry, Amanda McQueen is a powerhouse in go-to-market, product, and brand strategies. Her passion lies in crafting exceptional customer experiences and nurturing a workplace culture that’s nothing short of award-winning.
Armed with a B.S. in Advertising and Business Administration from the University of Florida, Amanda’s expertise brings a balanced blend of creative thinking and business acumen to Kibsi. It’s no wonder she also steers the ship when it comes to Marketing and PR, making sure Kibsi’s story reaches the right ears—and resonates.
Her strategic vision not only propels our market presence but also ensures a vibrant, value-driven culture for our team.
Eric Miller
CRO & Co-founder
Eric Miller is the magnetic energy fueling Kibsi’s platform evangelism and community building. Having held executive roles at tech powerhouses like Onica and Rackspace, Eric brings a unique blend of tech-savviness and leadership to the table.
As a graduate in Information Technology from the University of Phoenix, Eric’s skill set bridges the gap between business and tech. This ensures that Kibsi’s initiatives are not just visionary but are also grounded in the latest technological advancements.
With a finger always on the pulse of the industry, Eric’s seasoned insights help Kibsi craft solutions tailored to the nuanced needs of today’s businesses. He’s the guy making sure we’re not just part of the conversation, but leading it.
Kibsi is the talk of the town
New York City’s iconic skyline set the backdrop for an electrifying session at the recent AWS Startup Summit. When Tolga Tarhan, our dynamic CEO, and Amanda McQueen, our insightful CXO, took the stage, the atmosphere …
Who loves a good press release? We certainly do! That’s why we’re thrilled to share some game-changing news about our innovative AI platform, Kibsi. We’re excited to announce that we’ve successfully secured an impressive $9.3 …
Every year, the tech industry gears up for a grand spectacle known as the Collision Conference, where the brightest minds convene to celebrate innovation, share insights, and shape the future of technology. This year, two …
Our CEO Tolga Tarhan was named a finalist in the 2022 Orange County Business Journal’s Innovator of the Year awards. The awards program recognizes and celebrates Orange County innovators who are creating game-changing products and businesses. Tolga …
Our CEO Tolga Tarhan met with Critical Mass Business Talk Show’s Ric Franzi to share his entrepreneurial journey and insights as the founder and CEO of Kibsi. Announcer – You are listening to the critical mass radio show, Orange County’s Business …
We are excited to see our CEO Tolga Tarhan featured in Authority Magazine on the Great Resignation and the Future of Work. Check out some of our favorite snippets of the interview below. What is one thing employers can …
Kibsi recently completed a rigorous audit to achieve the Amazon Web Services Partner Network Advanced Tier Partner designation. AWS Advanced Tier Services Partners are trusted AWS Partners that must meet strict criteria around AWS knowledge, …
