Aerva is a technology company that enables real-time interactivity between mobile, social media applications and digital display networks (outdoor, place-based or enterprise). Aerva platforms offer a suite of software and services for creating, managing, delivering compelling content and experiences across digital media channels. Founded by MIT alumni, Aerva provides Cloud-enabled, most powerful and most cost-effective, platform for multi-screen networks that allow execution of engaging digital campaigns that span mobile, social media, web and interactive display networks. Aerva provides its technology as a hosted web application, or Software-as-a-Service.
Aerva is a private company based in Cambridge, MA, USA
Meet the Team
Sanjay Manandhar
CEO
Sanjay founded Aerva with the express intention of bringing an intuitive solution for networks and enterprises to manage digital displays and also allow mobile devices to interact with the displays (indoor, outdoor and the web). He has 15+ years of product development experience, starting his career in software engineering/product development at Siemens, NYNEX and other high tech firms. He has also worked in Europe in finance and advanced product development as VP of Innovation at Rubus, built a team in late 1990’s working on Smart Search, 3D characters with natural language, wireless applications using WAP, SMS and mobile handsets. Sanjay has a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from MIT and an Master’s degree from the MIT Media Lab, as well as an MBA from INSEAD in France. Sanjay enjoys treks in the Himalayas and across the world.
David Crow
VP, Technology
David is responsible for all system architecture and design of Aerva’s software platform and technology solutions, including Cloud infrastructure and display rendering engines. David is a veteran engineer with 10+ years of software development experience and a background in artificial intelligence, network design, and mobile technologies. Formerly, he worked at the MIT Media Lab, where he developed systems for context-aware multimedia and wireless location detection. David has a Bachelor’s degree in Brain and Cognitive Science from MIT. David enjoys Jiu-Jitsu and is also a gaming aficionado.
Scott Cronin
VP, Interactive Solutions
& Marketing
Scott is responsible for defining the overall solution served by Aerva’s platform and how the platform integrates into the overall campaign/program objectives. Prior to Aerva, Scott spent his career in business development at agencies such as Omnicom’s DDB, Dentsu, and IPG’s Hill Holliday, as well as at Fidelity Investments. Scott holds an MBA in Entrepreneurship from Babson College and a BA in Marketing from Boston College. Scott enjoys running after his kids, playing sports, social media and traveling.
Jeannette Hon
Director, Product Marketing
Jeannette manages digital display networks (outdoor, place-based or enterprise) from initial concepts to final production, providing expert guidance in content strategy, user experience, and branding. With over six years of experience in interactive digital signage and a background in advertising agencies and marketing, she combines creative and technology into a cohesive execution across multi-channel platforms. Jeannette is a member of AIGA and has a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Boston University where she studied Graphic Design. Jeannette enjoys video games and is an expert in social media and cute animals.
