
Mitesh AgrawalChief Executive Officer
In this interview, Mitesh Agrawal explains how Positron AI is building purpose-built inference hardware to address AI's growing memory bottlenecks while competing alongside NVIDIA rather than replacing it. He discusses the importance of product cadence, execution-focused culture, supply chain innovation, and customer trust. The conversation also explores scaling deep-tech startups, building world-class engineering teams, and capitalizing on the rapidly expanding AI infrastructure market.
Founder Stats
- AI
- Started 2023
- Not Publicly Disclosed/mo
- 70+ team
- Reno, Nevada, United States
About Mitesh Agrawal
Mitesh Agrawal is the CEO of Positron AI, a semiconductor company building inference-focused AI accelerators designed to improve memory efficiency and performance. Before joining Positron, he helped scale Lambda into one of the leading AI infrastructure companies. At Positron, he is leading the development of next-generation AI chips focused on high-performance inference, rapid product execution, and efficient infrastructure innovation.
Interview
July 7, 2026
What attracted you to Positron AI?
Why focus specifically on AI inference?
How does Positron compete with NVIDIA?
Why is memory such an important advantage?
How large is the opportunity?
How has Positron grown so quickly?
How do you earn customer trust against an established market leader?
Why does product cadence matter?
Beyond technology, what creates competitive advantage?
How do you prioritize capital allocation?
How important is talent?
How would you describe Positron's culture?
What role does every employee play in company growth?
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