Professional Background
Levi Belnap serves as the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and Chief Strategy Officer at Merlyn Mind, a position he has held since May 2019. Merlyn Mind focuses on responsible AI development and implementation to assist educators in easing classroom workloads. Previously, Levi was the VP of Business Development & Strategic Partnerships at Wyzant and served as Director of Business Development, where he gained significant experience in strategic partnerships and business development.
Levi's entrepreneurial spirit is evident from his role as co-founder and CEO of FindIt, a search application for mobile devices. He successfully led the company through Techstars Chicago in 2013, securing $700K in venture capital. Levi has a robust background in solar energy, having served as Executive Director of the Utah Solar Energy Association, where he expanded business memberships and increased the budget substantially.
Educational Background
Levi holds an MBA from Harvard Business School (2011-2013), and prior to that, a BA in Political Science, Arabic, and Business Management from Brigham Young University (2002-2009). His studies included focus on Arabic during a study abroad program at the University of Jordan in 2006. He further expanded his expertise in Education Technology with a certification from the ASU GSV Summit in April 2016.
Notable Achievements and Insights
- Levi has played a significant role in Merlyn Mind's strategic implementation of AI in educational settings, with Merlyn being named a finalist for the 2024 SIIA CODiE Award for "Best AI Implementation in Ed Tech."
- Merlyn Mind has received recognition as a Top EdTech Product of the Year by @DA_magazine and has been awarded the "Cool Tool" Award from EdTech Digest, reflecting its impact under Levi's leadership.
- His strategic contributions are also evident in his involvement with several renewable energy organizations, where he made significant advancements in membership growth and stable revenue generation.
Professional Interests
Levi is deeply invested in AI applications in education, focusing on building safe, effective, and non-biased AI models tailored for educational environments. This interest aligns with his past involvements in technology ventures and his commitment to innovation and strategic growth within the education technology space.
Conclusion
Levi Belnap's comprehensive experience in strategy development, entrepreneurship, and leadership within both the tech and renewable energy sectors positions him as a valuable asset to Merlyn Mind. His commitment to leveraging AI for education, alongside his entrepreneurial acumen and strategic thinking, underscores his ability to drive substantial advancements in technology application in education.
