INVESTMENT COMMITTEE
Eric is a member of Matr Ventures’ investment committee.
Eric Richmond is a visionary technologist and entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience, currently serving as Chief Architect at Basil Systems in New York City. A recognized expert in applied AI, machine learning, and edge computing, Eric is at the forefront of deep tech innovation.
Starting his entrepreneurial journey at 25, Eric became passionate about how strong company culture and bold technological choices drive exceptional outcomes. As a three-time CTO with three successful exits (Splice, Slickdeals, and Shopify), he’s known for his unconventional approaches to technology and team-building.
At Shopify, Eric led the engineering team for B2B, growing it from 10 to 50 engineers in just 18-24 months and later spearheading the overhaul of Shopify’s core systems. Today, he continues to lead in AI and edge computing, driving next-gen AI solutions that deliver real-time decision-making and automation.
With a relentless focus on deep tech innovation, Eric remains a driving force in shaping the future of technology and entrepreneurship.
Eric has a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science and Music from Tufts University, and is an incredible husband, father and musician.