
Nilay Modi
2x YC Founder building tools for startups and collaborative work
Boston, Massachusetts
Joined July 2024
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Nilay Modi is a serial entrepreneur and a 2x Y Combinator founder, having led two startups, Clayboard (YC W20) and Central (YC S24). His ventures focus on improving workplace efficiency and collaboration, leveraging technology like AI to streamline operations and enhance team productivity. He is actively involved in the startup community, often sharing insights on social media. ycombinator+3
With a background in Product & Design, Nilay played a key role in developing the core platforms for both Central and Clayboard. At Clayboard, he designed an entire live video platform and managed a team. His expertise also extends to areas like Figma, Unity3D, C#, and Virtual Reality. theorg+3
Nilay demonstrates a creative and problem-solving mindset, evidenced by his work on projects like Data Explorer (an Oculus Rift app for government data visualization) and Mind Controlled Mercedes (an LA Hacks winning project). He also founded Slingshow, another workshop platform, showcasing his continuous drive to innovate in the collaboration space. clay+3
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