About Us - 4Ampersand ASSISTANT AI Platform

Our Story

4Ampersand was born from a simple observation: while AI was revolutionizing tech giants, traditional appliance manufacturers were being left behind. The complexity and cost of integrating AI into everyday products created an insurmountable barrier for most companies.

We saw an opportunity to change this narrative. Founded by a team of AI researchers, hardware engineers, and industry veterans, 4Ampersand set out to build the bridge between cutting-edge AI capabilities and practical appliance manufacturing.

Today, our ASSISTANT platform represents years of research and development, distilled into a simple, powerful solution that transforms any appliance into an intelligent, conversational companion.

Innovation First

Pushing the boundaries of what's possible in AI-appliance integration

Our Mission

To democratize AI technology for appliance manufacturers worldwide, enabling every company—regardless of size—to create intelligent, conversational products that enhance user experiences and drive business growth.

Our Vision

A world where every appliance is intelligent, intuitive, and conversational—where technology seamlessly integrates into daily life, making homes smarter, businesses more efficient, and user experiences more delightful.

Our Core Values

Innovation

We constantly push the boundaries of what's possible, delivering cutting-edge solutions that set new industry standards.

Accessibility

We believe AI should be accessible to all manufacturers, regardless of size or technical expertise.

Reliability

Our platform is built for enterprise-grade reliability, ensuring your products perform consistently at scale.

Partnership

We work as true partners with our clients, supporting their success with dedicated expertise and ongoing innovation.

Meet Our Team

Our diverse team of AI researchers, engineers, and industry experts brings together decades of experience in artificial intelligence, hardware integration, and product development.

Shahid Ahmed

Co-Founder

Experienced technology leader with deep expertise in AI, software engineering, and product development. Previously led engineering teams at major tech companies and brings extensive experience in scaling AI solutions for enterprise applications.

Peter Mullin

Co-Founder

Strategic business leader with extensive experience in technology commercialization and product management. Expert in bringing innovative solutions to market and building partnerships with enterprise clients in the IoT and appliance sectors.

AI Research Team

AI Specialists

PhD researchers and ML engineers advancing the state-of-the-art in conversational AI and edge computing for appliances.

Engineering Team

Hardware & Software Engineers

Expert engineers specializing in embedded systems, cloud architecture, and seamless hardware-software integration.

About 4Ampersand