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Bryan Wilcox

Bryan Wilcox

Mechanical Engineer, Entrepreneur, and Technology Leader

Greater Chicago Area
Joined April 2026

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Bryan Wilcox is a mechanical engineer and entrepreneur with a strong background in product development and technology leadership, demonstrated through his roles as CEO of RecordLens, Managing Partner at The Product Manufactory, and co-founder and CTO of Tovala. His expertise spans from early-stage product conceptualization to market launch, particularly in consumer technology and food-tech. theproductmanufactory+3
Wilcox holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University Fort Wayne. His academic foundation is complemented by significant industry experience with companies like General Electric, Northrop Grumman, and John Deere, where he developed expertise in sensor systems and simulation engineering. signalhire+4
As co-founder and CTO of Tovala, Bryan Wilcox was instrumental in developing an innovative smart oven and meal service, leading the company through its early stages, including a successful Y Combinator batch and seed funding rounds. He played a pivotal role in creating a technology that simplifies home cooking and caters to the demand for convenient, healthy meals. ycombinator+3
Beyond his corporate and startup ventures, Wilcox has a passion for innovative engineering solutions, evidenced by his early work on designing and building a 3-wheeled electric car that achieved exceptional fuel efficiency. His academic contributions include research on electromechanical systems, demonstrating his commitment to advancing engineering knowledge. theproductmanufactory+2

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