Zach Hines

Experience

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  William Massie

  Jun 2007 - Feb 2008

  Architect

  William Massie’s work utilizes computer applications and digital information as a way of redefining “formal architectural construct” - a synthesis of ideas linked to construction in conjunction with the development of a theoretical position, all in support of an attempt to redefine architectural practice and making.

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  MAD Ltd

  Jun 2008 - Aug 2008

  Architect / Designer

  MAD is a Beijing-based design office dedicated to innovation in architectural practice, landscape design and urban planning. MAD develops its unique concept of futurism through a persistent investigation of the symbiotic potentials amid nature and technology. MAD aspires to design in close harmony with nature, offering people the freedom to develop independent urban experiences.

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  Asymptote Architects

  Sept 2009 - Feb 2011

  Architect / Asymptote Research Lab Head and Founder

  Asymptote is currently working on a broad range of commissions in the United States, Europe and Asia including a 100,000-square-meter master plan in Bergamo, Italy; the World Business Center Solomon Tower in Busan, South Korea, a skyscraper that will be among the tallest buildings in Asia at 560m. Also in progress are the Penang Global City Center (PGCC), a one-million-square-meter cultural, hotel and performing arts complex in Penang, Malaysia; the Strata Tower, an innovative, forty-story, luxury residential tower in Abu Dhabi, UAE; and two contemporary art pavilions commissioned by The Guggenheim Foundation for the Cultural District of Saadiyat Island, also in Abu Dhabi. Other recent competition proposals from Asymptote include a large-scale master plan and landmark tower design for the Yongsan International Business District in Seoul, South Korea; the winning entry for an iconic, forty-story corporate headquarters in Tbilisi, Georgia; a design for the Dubai International Financial Center, a 146-story building that punctuates that city’s skyline; an exhibition and music hall in Vitoria, Spain; and a dramatic design for a new Guggenheim Museum in Guadalajara, Mexico.Recenty completed projects by Asymptote include The Yas Hotel, a luxury hotel and one of the main architectural features of the new Yas Marina development and accompanying Formula 1 raceway circuit in Abu Dhabi, and 166 Perry Street, a high-end residential building in New York City. Other recently completed projects include the award-winning HydraPier Pavilion in Haarlemmermeer, The Netherlands; the Guggenheim Virtual Museum; and the New York Stock Exchange Advanced Trading Floor. Asymptote has also produced design work, brand identities and product design for Alessi Italy, Volkswagen Wolfsberg Germany and Carlos Miele Brazil. Show less

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  Collective

  May 2010 - Aug 2010

  Co-Founder and Designer

  Collective embodies four individuals with diverse backgrounds in Architecture, Design, Construction, Fashion, Advertising and Art. The team exists as a co-lab for fresh ideas, methods, and processes in design. Team leaders include: Zach Hines, Marc Dizon, George Alan, and Dehlia Quellman.This collaboration resulted in the winning submission to the Simon Spurr Pop Up Shop and was published and praised in many high profile magazines such as GQ, NY Times, and Arbitare.

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  Signage Generators Inc.

  Jan 2011 - Jul 2014

  Co-Founder, Board Member - Fmr CTO / COO

  Signage Generators provides the infrastructural backbone for a variety of digital signage applications. As a part of our service we also generate ad content and manage community, client, and venue relations in respect to our signage solutions.

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  Buildatron 3D Printers

  Jan 2011 - Jan 2012

  CEO / Co-Founder

  The mission of Buildatron Systems is to Build a Revolution through affordable 3D printers and robotic devices. Developed from internal and open source research, our products reduce the time and cost of realizing complex projects while also enabling direct and indirect manufacturing for home inventors, educational institutions, small business, government institutions, and Buildatron’s community at large.

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  Drop.MX

  Nov 2012 - Jul 2014

  Co-Founder

  The simplest way to send and access files on any device. www.Drop.MX

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  Smart Money Entrepreneurs (SME.vc)

  Dec 2012 - Jan 2014

  Business Development Director and Co-Founder

  responsibilities include developing and implementing growth opportunities for SME’s platform within the crowdfunding market. I am focused on managing aspects of SME’s platform development, communicating market opportunities, and marketing SME through speaking, media, content, and partnerships opportunities. I also play an important role in SME’s brand and business development for events, products and services.

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  Ripclear

  Jul 2013 - now

  Co-Founder and CEO

  Ripclear's patented protective films protect eyewear from damage while wearing, shipping, or retailing. Our products allow lenses of all types to stay protected from the wear and tear they so easily experience. We specialize in ANSI Z87.1 clear weather resistant protective films for goggles, sunglasses, gopros, and smartphones. Our innovative plastics easily apply to your eyewear or devices so you can keep the action coming while still having the peace of mind that your equipment will be scratch free and free of optical interference. Protect your eyewear lenses, GoPro lenses, and devices with Ripclear today. Visit Https://Ripclear.com for more information. Show less

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  OwnOcean

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2015

  Co-Founder

  OwnOcean is a managed hosting provider for ownCloud. "ownCloud servers in 30 seconds"

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  Rare Isle Company Inc.

  Nov 2020 - now

  President

  Management Solutions To: Sourcing, Logistics, & BrokeringTrusted worldwide, Rare Isle offers top notch business solutions. We guarantee customer satisfaction with high quality service tailored to our customer’s specific needs. By drawing from years of industry knowledge and implementing the latest modern solutions, we deliver repeated successful results.Offering management, brokerage, and investment services, our focus is on cultivating mutual growth with businesses in our network. We work tirelessly to build and maintain stable global partnerships by extensively vetting suppliers and buyers alike. Show less

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  Playa Lab, LLC

  Apr 2021 - now

  Executive Director

  Playa Lab is creating a legacy of bold ideas that span industries and continents, creating, partnering, or consulting with companies from inception and beyond to maximize the potential of any service. As an executive director I ensure the various consulting and product design endeavors are handled professionally and with scalable efficiency.