Today, I begin my new role as VP of Enterprise Growth at Nexar, and I’m eager  to share why I am so excited about the opportunity. Throughout my career in the automotive and mobility industries – working at Tesla, Lyft and Yoshi – I’ve learned the importance of aligning with a company that checks three boxes: the role, the people and the product. At Nexar, I couldn’t be more confident that I’ve found all of these, and more.

The Role

In my previous role as Head of Growth at Yoshi, I had the privilege of building the company’s growth team and infrastructure from the ground up, leading a pivotal transition from B2C to B2B. This experience was both challenging and deeply rewarding; I learned the nuances associated with understanding the needs of your customer, creating a scalable framework for sales and marketing, and, above all, identifying the right people to execute the vision. 

At Nexar, I see an opportunity to apply these learnings on a much larger scale. Nexar’s suite of enterprise products offers clients across various industries valuable solutions to long-standing challenges. The best part? Nexar’s AI technology stands alone in the market—a dream scenario for any growth leader. The outstanding work of the Nexar team has laid the groundwork for limitless opportunities, and I’m excited to approach this next chapter with humility, drive, and curiosity.

The Product

Nexar’s platform is transformational not just because of its AI-powered dash cams, but due to its ability to deliver real-time, critical data solutions that address high-stakes, industry-specific challenges. Powered by one of the largest independent networks of AI-enabled dash cams, Nexar has collected over 45 petabytes of video data from the real world—equivalent to about one-tenth of Yahoo Mail's storage. With over 200 million miles driven per month, 5 trillion images, and 59 million videos, Nexar provides a comprehensive, crowd-sourced view of roads and cities. This vast dataset allows Nexar to deliver scalable, real-time insights for fleets, insurance carriers, city planners, and AV companies, saving them millions by eliminating the need for expensive test fleets or limited geographic data collection. Nexar’s clients already view these insights as indispensable, and with Nexar having collected more video data than any automaker besides Tesla, the broader market will soon recognize the immense value of this data-driven approach as the industry continues to rapidly evolve.

To help contextualize the power of Nexar’s AI technology and data solutions, here are some examples of how enterprise clients are benefiting today: 

1. OEMs, AV and Mapping Companies: With Nexar’s extensive video collection data—offered at a fraction of the cost of traditional solutions—these industries can now leverage real-time, comprehensive insights that were previously inaccessible. AV companies, OEMs, and mapping providers each benefit in distinct ways from Nexar’s vast dataset, which provides invaluable coverage of every imaginable road condition.
   1. AV Companies: Autonomous vehicle companies use Nexar’s real-time data to train their AI models in handling unexpected and diverse driving conditions, something traditional test fleets often miss. This ensures their AV systems become more reliable and capable in the unpredictable real world.
   2. Automotive OEMs: Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) testing advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) can access Nexar’s diverse data sets to validate their systems in real-world scenarios. This allows for continuous refinement and improvements in safety features under a wide range of road conditions.
   3. Mapping Companies: By tapping into Nexar’s constantly updated road imagery, mapping companies can keep their navigation systems current with real-time changes in road signs, traffic patterns, and road closures, providing drivers with more accurate maps than ever before.
2. Cities: City planners without Nexar’s AI detection tools rely on outdated, infrequent reports of construction zones or traffic hazards. This leads to delayed responses and increased safety risks. With Nexar, city planners have access to real-time data on road conditions, allowing them to proactively manage traffic and ensure safer roads.
3. Insurance Carriers for FNOL: Traditionally, after an accident is reported, insurance companies rely on witness statements and sometimes outdated telematics data to determine fault, which can lead to lengthy disputes and higher claim costs. Nexar’s AI-powered collision reconstruction goes beyond simple incident detection—it uses dash cam footage to recreate the entire event, combining real-time video with detailed data on speed, braking, and road conditions. This comprehensive reconstruction speeds up the claims process, minimizes disputes, and enables vision-powered driver coaching to promote safer driving in the future.
4. Small Fleets: Imagine a small delivery company facing frequent fender-benders. Without Nexar’s real-time dash cam footage, they’d rely solely on post-incident reports and driver testimonies, which are often incomplete or inaccurate. With Nexar, fleet managers get immediate access to video evidence, allowing them to accurately diagnose the incident, coach drivers accordingly, and prevent further accidents.
5. Rideshare Drivers: In the absence of Nexar’s in-cabin monitoring, rideshare drivers have little recourse when an unruly passenger causes damage to their vehicle—often having to foot the bill themselves or face a long, drawn-out legal battle. With Nexar, drivers have immediate video proof, streamlining the process for damage claims and ensuring a fair outcome.

The People

It’s often said that the interview and onboarding process is a reflection of a company’s culture, and I’ve found that to be true at Nexar. In my short time getting to know the founders, Eran and Bruno, I’ve been consistently impressed by their brilliance, vision, and above all, their kindness. Their leadership style fosters a culture of strategic thinking, collaboration, and excellence that permeates every interaction I’ve had at the company. It’s clear that they’ve built a team that shares these same values, and I feel incredibly grateful for the trust they’ve placed in me to take on this pivotal role.

To Wrap Up...

I couldn’t be more excited to join Nexar and contribute to its incredible vision. The team, the technology, and the opportunity are all aligned for success, and I’m eager to help accelerate Nexar’s growth. If you’re in the mobility, fleet, AV, or insurance sectors—or simply passionate about the future of connected vehicles—let’s connect! Feel free to reach out at jon.miller@getnexar.com, connect with me on LinkedIn and drop a comment below to share your thoughts or insights on where you see the future of this industry heading. I’d love to hear from you!