ABOUT US
Damon C. Torres, Founder & Inventor
Our Patents: Defining Practical Uses of AI Since 1995
Our Patents: Defining Practical Uses of AI Since 1995
Torres is an AI visionary, inventor, software developer, publisher, editor, and multimedia producer. He invented groundbreaking
methods for AI, Machine Learning, and Agents for “reducing decision-making” to automate browsing across devices, personalization,
study, and more.
He has founded and managed six new media companies since 1983, including Robocast which he started in 1997. Torres has been involved in pioneering work across various technologies, including interactive TV, CD-ROMs, digital pre-press for magazines, website design and publishing, e-commerce, automated web browsing, and web content for
mobile devices.
Torres sits on the Board of Directors for Robocast, Inc, whose mission is to "AUTOMATE THE NET®" so people can "PLAY THE WEB®".
Our Patents: Defining Practical Uses of AI Since 1995
Our Patents: Defining Practical Uses of AI Since 1995
Our Patents: Defining Practical Uses of AI Since 1995
Damon Torres is the sole named inventor on five patents assigned to Robocast Inc. related to automated content delivery and browsing systems. The above Figure 7 Illustration is from US Patent 7155451 demonstrating the functionality that has since become ubiquitous in digital media delivery systems.
Robocast Patents
- US7155451B1 - Automated browsing system for publishers and users on networks serving internet and remote devices
- US8606819B2 - Automated content scheduler and displayer
- US8606820B2 - Automated content scheduler and displayer
- US8965932B2 - Automated content scheduler and displayer
- US8738655B2 - Automated content scheduler and displayer
Our Board
Joel Bluestein, Investor, Board Member
Ted Theophilos, Investor, Incoming Board Member
Ted Theophilos, Investor, Incoming Board Member
- Decades of experience as a pro investor and pro musician
- Joel has invested in, helped run, and/or advised several media focused companies including his long associations with Robocast, Social Venture Circle, The NY Open Center, The Empire State Building, and Dreamland Recording Studio
- Joel co-authored the Robocast Ethical AI features that Robocast plans to roll-out after the B Round closes
Ted Theophilos, Investor, Incoming Board Member
Ted Theophilos, Investor, Incoming Board Member
Ted Theophilos, Investor, Incoming Board Member
- Ted is Chief Administrative Officer of 2 NRP Managers, LLC
- He served as a senior legal exec at E*Trade, AC Nielsen, Palm, Inc, True North Communications, and R.R. Donnelley & Sons
- Has coordinated the development and monetization of intellectual property portfolios
- Ted was a litigation partner at Sidley Austin LLP, New York
- Provides strategic advice to Robocast management
Our Team [partial list]
Ed Robertiello, CFA, President
Brett Smith, Esq., Sr. VP, Legal
Brett Smith, Esq., Sr. VP, Legal
- With over 25 years of experience, Ed has led multi-billion-dollar investment platforms at leading financial giants Blackstone, Credit Suisse, Russell Investments, CalPERS, and a firm he co-founded, Blueprint Capital
- He currently is also the Managing Director, Head of Private Markets, MOSERS
- Ed oversees our capital solutions, and directs th
- With over 25 years of experience, Ed has led multi-billion-dollar investment platforms at leading financial giants Blackstone, Credit Suisse, Russell Investments, CalPERS, and a firm he co-founded, Blueprint Capital
- He currently is also the Managing Director, Head of Private Markets, MOSERS
- Ed oversees our capital solutions, and directs the investment bankers for the Robocast B Round fundraising campaigns
Brett Smith, Esq., Sr. VP, Legal
Brett Smith, Esq., Sr. VP, Legal
Brett Smith, Esq., Sr. VP, Legal
- Brett has been with Robocast since 2008, helping develop and implement Robocast's business and legal strategies
- He has more than 25 years of experience as an attorney, consultant, and founder at the intersection of entertainment media, technology, and law
- Brett's held positions at Viacom, RCA, Zomba Recording Corp., and Harry Fox Agency
- Lea
- Brett has been with Robocast since 2008, helping develop and implement Robocast's business and legal strategies
- He has more than 25 years of experience as an attorney, consultant, and founder at the intersection of entertainment media, technology, and law
- Brett's held positions at Viacom, RCA, Zomba Recording Corp., and Harry Fox Agency
- Leads Robocast’s patent enforcement campaign and plays a key role in software plans, alliances, and transactions
Lori Frantom, Sr. VP, Operations
Brett Smith, Esq., Sr. VP, Legal
Lori Frantom, Sr. VP, Operations
- Lori has been with Robocast since 2010
- She has a diverse background in everything from television production to cause-based fundraising
- Lori is well-versed in the rigors of software development and patent litigation
- She is a longstanding key member of our finance team
- Lori works regularly with our tax attorneys, accountants, investors
Advisors and Consultants [partial list]
Amy Boshnack, Consulting Interim Publisher
Amy Boshnack, Consulting Interim Publisher
Amy Boshnack, Consulting Interim Publisher
Amy has over 25 years of experience in multimedia production, working with both start-ups and major media companies. She played key roles in launching MSNBC, managing special issues for New York magazine and the televised New York Awards, and as Cosmopolitan's managing editor. Amy also led award-winning multi-platform content and digital strategy for SHE Media, Animal Planet, and Science Channel.
Tom Keefer, Consulting Senior Advisor
Amy Boshnack, Consulting Interim Publisher
Amy Boshnack, Consulting Interim Publisher
Tom has held senior roles in global brand innovation, including heading BBC Worldwide’s global licensing team, managing brands like Teletubbies, Top Gear, and Doctor Who, and winning the LIMA Retail Excellence award. He previously led international marketing for Mattel, focusing on major brands such as Barbie and Hot Wheels. Tom manages t
Tom has held senior roles in global brand innovation, including heading BBC Worldwide’s global licensing team, managing brands like Teletubbies, Top Gear, and Doctor Who, and winning the LIMA Retail Excellence award. He previously led international marketing for Mattel, focusing on major brands such as Barbie and Hot Wheels. Tom manages the New Mart Building (a Robocast client), is on DTLA boards, and runs Fashion Techworks, a top co-working space.
Melanie Gallagher, CPA, Senior Advisor
Amy Boshnack, Consulting Interim Publisher
Woody Freiman, Investor, Senior Advisor
Melanie, currently the Head of Third-Party Risk at Intuit (and first cousin to Robocast’s Damon Torres), has a 25-year career in Silicon Valley’s tech industry. A CPA and Certified Fraud Examiner, she started at KPMG with clients like Apple and Acer, and later held roles at Apple, Riffage.com, and Visa International. She specializes in GRC, balancing compliance with agility.
Woody Freiman, Investor, Senior Advisor
Charles Millard, Chairman, Advisory Board
Woody Freiman, Investor, Senior Advisor
Woody is an Emmy award-winning sports media executive with a career spanning five decades. He’s played a key role in the transition of television production from analog to digital and has been a pioneer in sports broadcasting innovations. Woody has worked on major events like the Olympics and Super Bowls and helped launch the YES Network. He provides valuable guidance to Robocast.
Bruce Barnet, Investor, Senior Advisor
Charles Millard, Chairman, Advisory Board
Charles Millard, Chairman, Advisory Board
Bruce is a seasoned principal investor with over 25 years of experience in strategic planning and publishing. He spent more than two decades at Time, Inc., including a role as President of Time, Inc. Magazines Asia. Bruce became involved with Robocast in 2000 as an investor and is a member of the Advisory Board. He also serves on the boards of Natural Commerce and Shotzoom.
Charles Millard, Chairman, Advisory Board
Charles Millard, Chairman, Advisory Board
Charles Millard, Chairman, Advisory Board
Charles is the chair of Robocast’s advisory board, with over three decades of leadership in both the public and private sectors. He’s the former Director and CEO of the U.S. Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. and has held prominent roles in investment banking and economic development. Charles has a strong connection to New York’s Silicon Alley, where he first encountered Robocast in the mid-90s.