FOUNDING STORY
Digitalage was started in 2021 by Peter Michaels who sought to transform social media into a force for good. After witnessing the rise of toxicity, misinformation, and exploitation on many leading platforms, we set out to create a new model centered on trust, depth, and mutual benefit.
Digitalage Competitive Advantage
User Experience & Accessibility
Accessible, inclusive multi-modal space. Competitors present complex, exclusive barriers.
Secure, Flexible User Experience
E2E encryption of personal & privately shared data. Import & sync with other social and online storage platforms
“Network Effect” Revenue Model
Everyone can make substantial money, fast. Best in class profit split for influencers. All users paid to generate “buzz & hype”.
Content Discovery & Diversity
Tech stack and algorithms to foster diverse content exploration. Unlike others, that trap users in echo chambers & suppress user voices
Low Tech Debt
Incredibly Agile, efficient, and low-cost tech stack. Deploys on edge. Runs on-device. Operate at zero cost.
Superior Content
Curation of world class, premium content from top influencers. Social media built on a truly enriching bedrock.
WHAT’S AHEAD?
HIGH LEVEL ROADMAP
Phase 1
2-3M Weekly Active Users
Our premium content with financial incentives for creators to migrate content & drive traffic to the platform.
Phase 2
Target Advertisers
Introduce regional and national ads targeting the pool of high-quality users. Shift focus to provide more free content.
Phase 3
Target IP Holders
Leveraging our deep content analysis algorithms to boost and protect IP holders’ content, making us their ideal partner.
MEET OUR TEAM
A dynamic blend of seasoned, battle-tested entrepreneurs and startup veterans fueled by a passion to revolutionize the social media experience.
PETER MICHAELS, CEO
A pioneer of technology, Licensing IP & Acquiring & Monetizing Patents. He's built businesses from start to finish, manages multiple teams, and has expertise in Mobile Devices and Telecommunications.
AARON RAVO, PRESIDENT
Entrepreneur and former CEO of Ravo Outdoor. An expert in crypto, risk management, strategic funding, and partnerships.
JEFF LERNER, CMO
Marketing Expert with over 20 years experience across companies like Google, Cricket Wireless & multiple VC-funded startups.
LEIGHTON SMITH, CFO
A seasoned CFO with 25 years of experience across diverse industries, Leighton has raised over $100 million for startups since 2015.
NEWTINA F. MITCHELL, HR DIRECTOR
U.S. Army Master Sergeant with 20+ years, trained the military’s cyber force. Holds a Master's in Business from the University of Maryland. Her skills span network security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and cloud platforms.
NEERAJ BAIPUREDDY, LEAD PRODUCT DESIGNER
Full-stack developer and product designer. Former LinkedIn contributor, instrumental in EduBrite’s acquisition and ongoing innovation post-acquisition.
PETER MICHAELS, CEO
A pioneer of technology, Licensing IP & Acquiring & Monetizing Patents. He's built businesses from start to finish, manages multiple teams, and has expertise in Mobile Devices and Telecommunications.
AARON RAVO, PRESIDENT
Entrepreneur and former CEO of Ravo Outdoor. An expert in crypto, risk management, strategic funding, and partnerships.
JEFF LERNER, CMO
Marketing Expert with over 20 years experience across companies like Google, Cricket Wireless & multiple VC-funded startups.
LEIGHTON SMITH, CFO
A seasoned CFO with 25 years of experience across diverse industries, Leighton has raised over $100 million for startups since 2015.
NEWTINA F. MITCHELL, HR DIRECTOR
U.S. Army Master Sergeant with 20+ years, trained the military’s cyber force. Holds a Master's in Business from the University of Maryland. Her skills span network security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and cloud platforms.
NEERAJ BAIPUREDDY, LEAD PRODUCT DESIGNER
Full-stack developer and product designer. Former LinkedIn contributor, instrumental in EduBrite’s acquisition and ongoing innovation post-acquisition.
We’re actively seeking out strategic investment partners with a sharp eye on The Future of Social Media.
