Michael Cantow Email & Phone Number

New York City Metropolitan Area

Think about your next important purchase—maybe it's a new software system at work, a home renovation, or even a group vacation. It’s not as simple as clicking a ‘Buy Now’ button. You’ll likely end up juggling tabs, deciphering details, and second-guessing decisions. It’s easy to feel stressed and lost. And for sellers, they feel the same pain helping you decide and ultimately delivering! Now, imagine a tool that guides you like a GPS guides a driver, proposing the best routes, tracking your… Show more Think about your next important purchase—maybe it's a new software system at work, a home renovation, or even a group vacation. It’s not as simple as clicking a ‘Buy Now’ button. You’ll likely end up juggling tabs, deciphering details, and second-guessing decisions. It’s easy to feel stressed and lost. And for sellers, they feel the same pain helping you decide and ultimately delivering! Now, imagine a tool that guides you like a GPS guides a driver, proposing the best routes, tracking your progress, and making smart adjustments along the way. That’s what CustomerNode delivers, making it easy to buy and sell things that used to be complicated!I started CustomerNode in my MIT dorm room, inspired by my love of technology and personal experience with the problem. I expanded on my education, self-teaching platform engineering and reading dozens of books to learn best practices, concurrently fulfilling my responsibilities as a student, TA, and football athlete. With contributions from exceptionally talented mentors, peers, and teammates, we’ve redefined customer journeys. It used to take years to become a skilled practitioner in the space- our tool gets you up and running in a couple minutes. It used to be painful to buy and sell solutions beyond a 'Buy Now' button, we've seen dramatic reductions in time and effort, as well as increased success rates of 80%!Would you like to eliminate the stress of buying for more happy and successful customers? How about free up time for you and your team to close more business or finally take a little time off to enjoy life? How about lower the talent level needed to execute your process? If you are selling a solution with a multi-step buying process, connect with me, and let's discuss how CustomerNode can help your business! Show less

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

In this thesis project at the MIT Media Lab, I led a team of undergraduate researchers in developing the ThoughtLine Web Server, a platform designed to enhance mental health wellness and psychotherapy. Our initiative responded to the global challenge of mental health, particularly focusing on depression, the leading cause of disability worldwide. We innovatively combined mobile technology and artificial intelligence to create a mindfulness meditation application and an online web server. These… Show more In this thesis project at the MIT Media Lab, I led a team of undergraduate researchers in developing the ThoughtLine Web Server, a platform designed to enhance mental health wellness and psychotherapy. Our initiative responded to the global challenge of mental health, particularly focusing on depression, the leading cause of disability worldwide. We innovatively combined mobile technology and artificial intelligence to create a mindfulness meditation application and an online web server. These tools provide audio content for psychotherapy and general mental health wellness, designed with a flexible architecture for future project scalability.Our application features clinical assessments for disease screening and a chat bubble utilizing a pre-existing NLP algorithm to identify signs of depression. By analyzing data such as file access history, user mood changes from assessments, and NLP model outcomes, we provided clinicians with a robust platform for quantitative research in this emerging field.ThoughtLine.org, the culmination of our efforts, offers a user-friendly smartphone and web interface, supported by our DockMed containerized server infrastructure. Initially targeting college-age students, the platform is structured to eventually cater to a broader audience through individual account registrations. This project not only highlights the intersection of technology and mental health but also sets a precedent for future innovations in the domain of mental health wellness and prevention. Show less

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

As a Teaching Assistant for the course 'MIT 6.390: Intro to Machine Learning', I played a pivotal role in shaping the learning experience of students delving into the fundamentals of machine learning. The course covers a comprehensive range of supervised learning techniques, including linear regression, logistic regression, neural networks, and reinforcement learning, along with an introduction to unsupervised, semi-supervised, and attention based methods. My responsibilities encompassed… Show more As a Teaching Assistant for the course 'MIT 6.390: Intro to Machine Learning', I played a pivotal role in shaping the learning experience of students delving into the fundamentals of machine learning. The course covers a comprehensive range of supervised learning techniques, including linear regression, logistic regression, neural networks, and reinforcement learning, along with an introduction to unsupervised, semi-supervised, and attention based methods. My responsibilities encompassed content creation, facilitating lab sessions, and conducting office hours. This role allowed me to apply my deep understanding of machine learning concepts in a pedagogical setting, aiding students in grasping complex theories and practical applications. My involvement in this course was not only an opportunity to contribute to the academic community at MIT but was also a platform for continuous learning and for staying abreast of the latest advancements in the field of machine learning. Show less

Greenwich, Connecticut, United States

At Teamworthy Ventures, an investment firm specializing in early and growth-stage ventures, my role as an Associate was multifaceted and impactful. I was actively involved in identifying promising teams for investment, employing a variety of innovative sourcing methods. My technical expertise played a crucial role in this process, enabling me to provide insightful evaluations of potential investment opportunities. Additionally, I focused on fostering strong relationships with team members… Show more At Teamworthy Ventures, an investment firm specializing in early and growth-stage ventures, my role as an Associate was multifaceted and impactful. I was actively involved in identifying promising teams for investment, employing a variety of innovative sourcing methods. My technical expertise played a crucial role in this process, enabling me to provide insightful evaluations of potential investment opportunities. Additionally, I focused on fostering strong relationships with team members, ensuring a collaborative and mutually beneficial partnership. A key aspect of my contribution was working on significant projects for portfolio companies, such as SeatGeek and HuntClub. These projects not only helped in solidifying our position as a 'worthy partner' but also allowed me to apply my skills in a real-world context, driving value for both our firm and our portfolio companies. Show less

Cambridge, Massachusetts

In my capacity as a Machine Learning Researcher with the TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite) project, a joint venture between MIT and NASA, I was instrumental in discovering astronomical transients through sophisticated image analysis. My focus was on detecting rapidly-evolving supernovae and tidal disruptions of stars by supermassive black holes, pivotal for astrophysical research. The project also involved identifying other transients like transiting planets. I spearheaded the… Show more In my capacity as a Machine Learning Researcher with the TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite) project, a joint venture between MIT and NASA, I was instrumental in discovering astronomical transients through sophisticated image analysis. My focus was on detecting rapidly-evolving supernovae and tidal disruptions of stars by supermassive black holes, pivotal for astrophysical research. The project also involved identifying other transients like transiting planets. I spearheaded the development of a machine learning-based classification model, adept at extracting light curves over time, aligning regions of the sky, and processing subtracted images. This model, integrated into a web server, now autonomously analyzes TESS images daily, significantly advancing our ability to track and examine celestial phenomena. Show less

The NICER project, dedicated to neutron star research via spectroscopy, my role was to research a revolutionary new approach to spacecraft health monitoring systems. Moving away from the traditional rule-based systems, my group worked to create a mathematical model using machine learning techniques to identify standard operational parameters and flag anomalies in NICER's functioning. This scalable model is designed for broader application across different spacecraft. My primary focus was on… Show more The NICER project, dedicated to neutron star research via spectroscopy, my role was to research a revolutionary new approach to spacecraft health monitoring systems. Moving away from the traditional rule-based systems, my group worked to create a mathematical model using machine learning techniques to identify standard operational parameters and flag anomalies in NICER's functioning. This scalable model is designed for broader application across different spacecraft. My primary focus was on processing sensor-generated time series data, transforming these into event clusters which enables other researches to do advanced association rule mining. Show less

Fort Lee, New Jersey

In my role as a Data Science Intern at Jerrick Media, I specialized in advanced data scraping techniques using Python and Google Sheets. My primary project was focused on extracting data from various online sources to identify potential candidates for Vocal +, Jerrick Media's flagship premium product. This endeavor demanded a meticulous attention to detail and a comprehensive understanding of web data extraction methodologies. I successfully created robust, structured datasets from diverse web… Show more In my role as a Data Science Intern at Jerrick Media, I specialized in advanced data scraping techniques using Python and Google Sheets. My primary project was focused on extracting data from various online sources to identify potential candidates for Vocal +, Jerrick Media's flagship premium product. This endeavor demanded a meticulous attention to detail and a comprehensive understanding of web data extraction methodologies. I successfully created robust, structured datasets from diverse web sources, which played a pivotal role in streamlining the strategic selection process of potential clients. My contributions were instrumental in enhancing the operational efficiency and ultimately contributing to the growth and success of Vocal +. Show less

Master Of Engineering - Meng, Electrical Engineering And Computer Science

Activities and Societies: Football Concentration in Artificial Intelligence, Thesis Project on Server/Application development

Bachelor'S Degree, Electrical Engineering And Computer Science

Activities and Societies: Football, Delta Kappa Epsilon

Education record

Activities and Societies: Football, Baseball, President of Future Business Leaders of America, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society