Rank One Computing
By Allison Rowe , Rank One Computing Director of Integrated Marketing
In July 2022 , Rank One Computing ( ROC . ai ) expanded from its headquarters in Denver , CO , to its new East Coast hub in Morgantown , WV , through a close partnership with local innovation champion , Vantage Ventures .
With unwavering commitments to elevating the state ’ s cybersecurity landscape , the two organizations share a similar vision for transformative progress . Vantage Ventures powers the growth of impactful technology and entrepreneurs in West Virginia , while ROC . ai leverages computer vision technology to improve safety and security across the country and around the world .
Together , ROC . ai and Vantage are spearheading a groundbreaking pilot program to enhance safety in public schools . ROC Watch — the organization ’ s state-of-the-art live video analytics platform — enables existing security camera systems to automatically detect unapproved visitors and alert administrators or authorities to take action . The platform can also identify people , objects , weapons , license plates , fingerprints and more . In less than a year , the pilot has already launched in more than 50 schools across four West Virginia school districts .
The ribbon-cutting ceremony for ROC ’ s West Virginia office was attended by distinguished guests from the offices of the state ’ s U . S . Senators Shelley Moore Capito and Joe
Manchin , as well as West Virginia University President Gordon Gee .
“ As a West Virginia native , it ’ s been a lifelong goal of mine to grow a vibrant technology sector in the state ,” says CEO Scott Swann .
Vantage Ventures Executive Director Sarah Biller agrees that ROC ’ s decision to open a new office in West Virginia is emblematic of the company ’ s commitment to bringing impactful technology and entrepreneurs to West Virginia .
The partnership stands as a testament to driving impactful innovation in West Virginia . By combining expertise and resources , these visionary organizations aim to cultivate a thriving ecosystem and propel the state forward .
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