Fyve Labs crafts unique software solutions that blend human-centered design with the power of AI, ensuring your products are not only functional but also a delight to use.

565 unique patent families
112 total years of experience
17 companies
10 verticals
7 industries
3 cities
3 patent inventors
5 labs innovators

  • James Pratt

    UX & CX RESEARCH - CO-FOUNDER

    James Pratt is the UX co-founder of Fyve Labs. He was the AI User Experience Director at AT&T Chief Data Office, leading the design of data-driven decision-making tools for internal and external knowledge workers. With over 17 years of experience in AI and automation, James has made significant contributions to the field of human factors and user experience. He has developed numerous innovative systems, holding over 300 patents, and has been recognized as a leading inventor at AT&T. His work focuses on integrating AI to enhance usability, privacy systems, and business tools, pushing the boundaries of technology and user experience design. His team is focused on generative AI and traditional AI systems and their impact on traditional job and organizational design.

  • Eric Zavesky

    ML & AI RESEARCH - CO-FOUNDER

    Eric Zavesky is a highly inventive research scientist and leader, co-founding Fyve Labs and Advising at HScore and previously a Director of Inventive Science at AT&T. His work uses machine learning and AI to build data-driven models that preemptively address user struggles, while also creating generative AI for time-saving in marketing, content management, and care verticals. Eric builds on 22+ years of experience with machine learning and computer vision in geospatial and content systems. He created platforms for search, content creation, and virtual assistants and co-founded a STEM start-up bridging robotics and AI co-play. Eric is a prolific innovator with 318+ patents and an AT&T Science & Technology Medal. Giving back to his community, he has hosted 5 hackathons and 4 workshops for hundreds of enterprise developers and annually judges at regional science fairs and SxSW.

  • Carl du Plessis

    PRODUCT - CO-FOUNDER

    Carl du Plessis is the product Co-Founder of Fyve Labs and was previously a Principle Member of Technical Staff at AT&T Labs. His research has focused on adult language acquisition and enterprise data literacy. He led a User Experience research team studying Conversational Interface Design and Data Driven Interface Design. He has led the design and launch of multiple successful enterprise products in customer support, IT, data science, and sales. He earned his Masters from Georgia Tech (OMSCS) in Data Science with a capstone in Educational Technology. He comes from a family of educators and engineers - leading to an interest in all things tech and all things education. Via self-study (and a healthy dose of micro-learning), he's learned coding, design, and multiple languages.

  • Jared Laprise

    FULL-STACK TECHNICAL PLATFORMS - CO-FOUNDER

    Jared is a seasoned technology entrepreneur with over two decades of experience in software development, architecture, and UX design. In 2007, Jared founded WebOnyx, a pioneering software consulting firm that quickly earned a reputation for innovation and excellence. Under Jared's leadership, WebOnyx not only delivered top-tier consulting services but also embraced a culture of creativity, continuously brainstorming and bringing to life cutting-edge product ideas.

    Throughout the past 17 years, Jared has successfully guided the team in the development of multiple Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions, shepherding projects from the initial spark of ideation through to successful market launches. These ventures underscored Jared's commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology while enhancing user experience.

    Today, Jared brings this wealth of experience and passion for software excellence to Fyve Labs. Here, Jared is thrilled to join a team that shares a dedication to crafting exceptional software and transforming user experiences, eager to continue making impactful contributions to the tech industry.

  • Brandon Gibbs

    FULL-STACK TECHNICAL OPERATIONS - CO-FOUNDER

    Brandon is the technical Co-Founder of Fyve Labs. Brandon is a seasoned technology innovator and team leader, bringing almost two decades of expertise in the software development industry. As a co-founder of WebOnyx in 2007, Brandon played a pivotal role in building extensive platforms designed for rapid application development. He has worked with organizations ranging from ambitious startups to established Fortune 50 companies. His broad experience across various frameworks, programming languages, and hosting environments has enabled him to refine the art of building, maintaining, and deploying software projects efficiently and effectively.

    Brandon's professional journey is defined by his passion for developing exceptional teams and spearheading projects that incorporate cutting-edge technology. His leadership abilities and deep technical knowledge have consistently resulted in successful outcomes and satisfied clients.

Our comprehensive expertise spans the entire software development process, from user-centric design to robust deployment. We focus on delivering efficient, scalable solutions that drive engagement and elevate your business with practiced techniques and results qualified by your needs.

With over twenty years in diverse software, data, and business verticals, each of the Fyve founders contributes to every project. This collaborative approach has consistently proven successful in creating exceptional experiences.

Let us partner with you to transform your vision, unite our strengths, and innovate.