About Metric Mate
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Metric Mate's patented platform allows beginners and experts to turn any Strength Training equipment into SMART equipment. Our company was founded to serve people aspiring to be in better shape and live healthier lives.
There is a better way to achieve your fitness goals and we exist to bring that better way to the user. At Metric Mate, we are doing our part to provide access to top-tier training and data analytics for all.
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To use data analytics to transform, connect, and restore each user’s mind, body, and spirit anytime, anyplace.
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At our core, we value ethical analytics, the democratization of data, protecting the person, and enhanced fitness experiences.
Management Team
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M-T Strickland
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO)
M-T is a Decatur, GA native that wandered north to Missouri S&T (Rolla, MO) by way of the Atlanta University Center Consortium’s Dual Degree Engineering Program (AUC DDEP). After attending Morehouse College (Atlanta, GA) where he studied Mathematics, M-T traveled to Rolla, MO to complete the Electrical Engineering program with a focus in Programmable Logic Controllers.
During college and after graduating, M-T worked for some of the top product supply chains in the world. Consumer products to electronic components, manufacturing to material coordination, with this breath of exposure, M-T is excited about the future of Metric Mate bringing exceptional value to users and changing the way the world views fitness.
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Braxton K. Davis
CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER (CSO)
Braxton earned undergraduate degrees in physics and electrical engineering from Morehouse College and the Georgia Institute of Technology, respectively, and earned his J.D. from Georgia State University’s College of Law. After obtaining his J.D., he he has worked in both private practice and corporate patent roles.
Braxton also founded the National Council on Patent Practicum where he focuses on increasing the number of women and minorities within the patent profession via the Patent Pipeline Program, and he is also the recipient of both Georgia Tech’s and Georgia State’s 40 under 40 Awards.
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Ecleamus Ricks, Jr.
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER (CTO)
Ecleamus earned Bachelor's degrees in computer science and electrical engineering from Morehouse College and the Georgia Institute of Technology, respectively. After graduating, Ecleamus worked for NI (formerly National Instruments), first in their Engineering Leadership Program then later in R&D. While working as a software engineer, Ecleamus earned his masters in Software Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin.
After delivering in various roles as an individual contributor, project lead, and manager, Ecleamus moved onto software consulting eventually starting his own company, Imani Software, focused on custom software development services.
Backed by Techstars
Metric Mate is proud to be in partnership with Techstars, an Atlanta Accelerator. This program is located in the epicenter of startup activity in the Southeast, helping entrepreneurs build meaningful companies and enduring brands. Over the past seven years, Techstars programs, powered by Cox Enterprises, have helped launch 100 companies and raised more than $210M.
Black Ambition
We are thrilled to announce that Metric Mate is a Semi-Finalist for the prestigious Black Ambition Prize! Founded by Pharrell Williams, the Black Ambition Prize supports Black and Latinx entrepreneurs with mentorship, resources, and financial awards to overcome systemic barriers.
The selection process is incredibly rigorous, with only a few chosen from thousands of applications nationwide. Being named a Semi-Finalist highlights Metric Mate's unique potential and innovation in the fitness industry.
This recognition is a testament to our team's dedication and our commitment to revolutionizing fitness technology. We are honored to be among such an esteemed group of entrepreneurs and look forward to the opportunities this brings.
In 2023, Metric Mate was selected for Apple's Entrepreneur Camp! This prestigious program is designed to support underrepresented founders and their innovative app-driven businesses with mentorship, resources, and world-class technology.
The selection process is highly competitive, with only a few standout companies chosen from numerous applications. Being selected highlights Metric Mate's innovation and potential in the tech industry.
This recognition underscores our commitment to advancing fitness technology and validates the hard work of our team. We are honored to join this esteemed program and look forward to the growth and opportunities it will bring.
Apple E-Camp
Techcrunch Battlefield 200
We are proud to announce that Metric Mate was selected for TechCrunch Battlefield 200 in 2023! This prestigious competition highlights the most promising startups, offering them a platform to showcase their innovations to top investors, media, and global tech leaders.
The selection process is highly competitive, with only 200 companies chosen from thousands of applicants worldwide. Being selected underscores Metric Mate's exceptional potential and innovative impact on the fitness technology industry.
This recognition is a testament to our team's dedication and vision. We are honored to be part of this elite group and look forward to the incredible opportunities this brings.
Awards
Metric Mate is proud to be a 2021 Georgia’s Top 40 Innovate Company. Each year TAG recognizes Georgia-based companies that create, develop, and disseminate innovations that keep Georgia’s technology ecosystem in the global spotlight.
The Arrow Certified Technology verifies that our technology and designs have been reviewed by Arrow Engineers and are feasible for mass manufacturing.