Joe Kiani, a renowned entrepreneur and the mind behind Masimo’s groundbreaking healthcare technologies, has been appointed CEO of Like Minded Labs, a Santa Monica-based media technology startup on a mission to transform virtual communication and collaboration.
Known for prioritizing people over profits, Kiani brings decades of experience in creating scalable, impactful solutions. His move from healthtech to media-tech reflects a broader ambition—to build tools that foster deeper, more dynamic connections in today’s digital-first world.
Like Minded Labs stands apart in the crowded media-tech landscape. Leveraging years of expertise in signal processing and media infrastructure, the company is redefining the virtual meeting experience—shifting from transactional calls to rich, collaborative environments. With Kiani at the helm, the focus will now shift to scaling this unique platform without compromising its core vision.
“This is about building technology that uplifts people,” Kiani stated. “Like Minded Labs has both the purpose and the potential to reshape how we connect.”
In a strategic move to bolster its next phase of growth, Like Minded Labs also announced the addition of Bob Chapek, former CEO of The Walt Disney Company, to its board of directors. Chapek’s three-decade legacy at Disney included driving global expansion, integrating tech with storytelling, and launching major digital platforms like Disney+.
“Like Minded Labs is pioneering a future where tech meaningfully enhances human interaction,” Chapek noted. “I’m excited to be part of that journey.”
Kiani’s track record of purposeful innovation extends beyond business. Through the Patient Safety Movement Foundation, he’s catalyzed global efforts to reduce preventable hospital deaths, earning recognition from international leaders and policymakers.
With the combined leadership of Kiani and Chapek, Like Minded Labs enters a defining chapter—one that aims to reshape communication for creators, businesses, and communities alike in a digitally fatigued world.
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Source: Ceoworld.Biz
