About this podcast

Dive into the inspiring journey of Michael Chime, co-founder and CEO of Prepared, as he shares the groundbreaking story of revolutionizing America's 911 system with AI and ultimately exiting his company for $640 million at just 25 years old. Triggered by a mass shooting in his hometown at age 12, Michael, alongside two Yale classmates, dropped out to build a solution that now protects 100 million Americans across 49 states. This video explores his unique playbook, from developing an 'active shooter' alert app to hacking B2G sales, learning to unlearn fast, and embracing the 'hard way.' Gain insights into how Prepared successfully integrated AI into legacy public safety systems, transforming emergency response. Michael recounts the challenges, the pivotal moments, and the mindset required to build a impactful tech company from the ground up to a massive acquisition by Axon.