Erik Caldwell is co-founder and President / CEO of Metropolis IQ and a seasoned AI data product leader with a strong background in local government. His previous roles include Chief Sustainability Officer, Deputy Chief Operating Officer, and Economic Development Director at the City of San Diego. He currently serves on the board of several economic-focused organizations, staying involved in community and economic work.
As Chief Impact Officer at UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies and Co-Founder of Metropolis IQ, Josh Shapiro brings a wealth of expertise in data and analytics, as well as years of research in workforce and economic development. Driven by a passion for community revitalization, Josh is dedicated to simplifying complex data into intuitive visualizations and dashboards that empower regions to achieve economic growth and prosperity.
As Metropolis IQ's VP of Engineering, Kate brings an extensive background in software and data engineering to the forefront of innovation. Her professional journey is marked by significant roles at AT&T and IBM, where she was instrumental in building reliable systems and leading dynamic engineering teams. At The Atlas she contributed to product engineering both as a data and data visualization engineer. Kate excels in designing sophisticated ETL pipelines and databases and contributing to the advancement of cutting-edge web platforms.
Darin is a seasoned technology executive, entrepreneur, and thought leader with over 20 years of experience at the intersection of cybersecurity, data analytics, and commercial real estate innovation. He currently serves as CEO of Metropolis IQ, where he is leading the company’s strategic expansion into Commercial Real Estate Analytics. Darin previously founded and led multiple pioneering ventures, including CyberTECH, a global cybersecurity and smart city incubator, and NXT Robotics, an AI-driven robotics company. He also served as Chief Operating Officer of ESET North America, a global cybersecurity firm. Known for his ability to scale technology platforms and foster public-private partnerships, Darin has advised governments, enterprises, and startups on urban innovation and data-driven strategy. A frequent speaker on AI, smart cities, and digital transformation, he brings a visionary mindset and deep technical acumen to every endeavor. At Metropolis IQ, Darin is committed to transforming how data empowers real estate and economic decision-making.