Divesh Naidoo

As Founder & CEO, led the creation and growth of Simulon, a pioneering deep technology company developing next-generation visual effects (VFX) software for film, media, and interactive content. Combined creative vision, technical leadership, and commercial strategy to build a globally recognized venture from inception to launch readiness.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Vision & Strategy: Conceived and defined the company’s mission to transform in-camera and real-time VFX workflows through proprietary software innovation.
• Product Leadership: Directed R&D and product roadmap, working closely with engineers, artists, and researchers to develop cutting-edge VFX and 3D technology.
• Creative & Technical Integration: Bridged technical expertise and artistic insight to deliver tools tailored for both engineering teams and creative professionals.
• Fundraising & Investor Relations: Raised over $7 million in venture capital from leading international investors, including Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), while securing support from global strategic partners.
• Team Building: Recruited and led a diverse, multidisciplinary team spanning software engineering, VFX, design, and operations.
• Industry Recognition: Established the company as a notable early-stage innovator in deep tech and media technology ecosystems.

Founded and led a pioneering studio specializing in VR/AR-based industrial training solutions. Built the company from inception into a profitable and sustainable business, that continues to deliver world-leading simulation products for multinational industrial clients.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Company Creation & Growth: Established and scaled the studio into a 20-person team of engineers, 3D artists, and training specialists.
• Industry Solutions: Designed and delivered advanced VR/AR simulations that set benchmarks in industrial training, improving safety and operational performance.
• Client Partnerships: Secured and managed contracts with global mining multinationals, deploying simulation systems at enterprise scale.
• Profitability & Sustainability: Built the company into a profitable business that continues successfully after my exit.
• Leadership & Vision: Positioned the studio at the forefront of immersive technology for industry, combining technical innovation with practical training impact.