About

Founder and CEO

Nathan is a seasoned executive with a background in high-performance imaging, product design, and engineering. Before joining Lyre Systems, he served as Managing Director at Cordin Company, where he led a successful turnaround from near bankruptcy to sustained profitability. Cordin designs and manufactures ultra high-speed camera systems and support equipment used by top government and academic research institutions worldwide. These systems integrate advanced optics, precision mechanics, analog/digital electronics, firmware, and software.

Earlier in his career, Nathan worked in slow-motion visual effects for film and television, leveraging a proprietary high-speed camera system he personally designed and built. He also held roles in product design with leading firms such as IDEO, Ecco Design, and Proteus.

Nathan holds a BA in Philosophy–Economics and both a BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering from Columbia University. He also attended the Stanford d.school, where he deepened his expertise in design thinking.

Lead Data Scientist

Valentin is a researcher and professional with a strong track record of publications in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, with a particular focus on Evolutionary Computation. At his current role, he leads efforts to enhance deception detection models, prioritizing ethical considerations and model explainability. Valentin holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science and brings both academic rigor and practical insight to applied AI research. 

Chief Technical Officer

Dorian brings strategic product and technology leadership to the company, with a focus on building scalable platforms that enable sustainable growth. He has a proven track record of leading high-performing teams, driving complex transformations, and aligning innovation with long-term business value. With deep expertise in enterprise systems, cloud architecture, and operational efficiency, Dorian ensures the company’s technology roadmap is built for scale, resilience, and real-world impact. He holds a BBA in Management Information Systems and Finance, along with certifications in project management, agile delivery, and change leadership.

Lead Software Developer

Matt is a software engineer with over five years of experience in backend development, cloud architecture, and AI/ML solutions. He has a strong track record of building scalable SaaS products and client-focused applications that deliver measurable business value. At Lyre Systems, he plays a key role in designing and implementing the core infrastructure that powers the company’s deception detection platform. Matt holds a BSc in Computer Science from the University of Victoria.

Head of Sales

Nathalie Rees is a results-driven sales and marketing leader with 15 years of experience driving brand visibility and revenue growth across the sports, lifestyle, and tech sectors. She built a $2M+ sports podcast network and secured client features in The New York Times, The Today Show, and Fortune Magazine. Skilled in strategic partnerships and cross-functional leadership, Nathalie was named one of BC Business Magazine’s Top 35 Influential Female Leaders. At Lyre Systems, she leads sales and marketing with a client-first approach that fosters strategic, long-term partnerships.