2020年夏季催化剂启动配置文件：Exidio
Dan Edlebeck MBA’20 is the CEO and founder ofExidio, a software solutions company that provides front end applications necessary to connect with a distributed, decentralized virtual private network (VPN). In 2017, Dan’s passion for emerging technologies, data privacy, and security inspired him to connect with哨兵，一个开源的分散VPN。巴布森完成他的MBA学位后，进入丹金博宝Summer Catalyst和has been actively working to integrate his own software company, Exidio, with Sentinel.
不同于传统的集中式VPN，哨兵VPN架构包括来自世界各地的谁从自己的互联网服务提供商分享他们的带宽分配给网络中的对等网络的方式的个人。丹的启动Exidio帮助个人和企业使用Sentinel整合，获得安全，用户的好处友好和分布式VPN。此外，Exidio没有获得用户信息。它是建立一个多跳架构使用户可以通过网络路由内的多个单个节点的互联网流量。数据被加密，并在每一跳解密。此外，所有Exidio的软件是开源的，它充分利用了开源VPN协议，以增加透明度。
Exidio’s first product, the Sentinel dVPN application, is available on Google Play, Mac, PC, and Linux: “We have seen significant traction with our first application: over 50,000 downloads on Google Play Store, over 75,000 users across the platforms, and around 2,000 to 3,000 users at any given time. Now more than ever, consumers are recognizing that there are ways to protect their data, but our centralized players are not ones we can rely on.” As the demand for distributed networks, data privacy, and security soars, Dan has been exploring use cases that would enable Exidio to interact with enterprise customers, while also building tailored solutions for different demographics. The transition to remote environments due to COVID-19 has further accelerated the demand for online privacy.
在夏季催化剂，丹发现从他的同龄人，导师和顾问非常有益的支持。例如，他的顾问，马特·考尔菲尔德，帮助他们在公司的地位和寻找投资，筹资和募捐活动。由于近期大热的座椅参与者，丹从队列收到大量反馈，并期待着建立一个修订后的甲板和投球投资者。他的最终里程碑是正式纳入Exidio。虽然过程有点复杂得多最初预期，球队已经取得了从夏季催化剂法律办公时间见解和与自己的律师团队努力完成整合过程。午餐与学习课程有教丹如何支点，克服障碍，充分利用社区网络，以及更有效地运作。
According to Dan, the most rewarding part about being an entrepreneur involves building a product that will help others have greater online privacy: “It’s something that everyone on the team is so passionate about. And we are seeing the fruits of our labor manifest into actual products that will increase security and have a positive impact. Seeing your efforts come to fruition – that is the most rewarding part.” Dan would also like to share five pieces of advice for aspiring entrepreneurs: One: be patient, the entrepreneurial journey is a long process and patience is essential. Two: make an effort to connect with as many people as you can and be open to different perspectives. Three: don’t be afraid to share your idea with others and get advice. Allow others to inspire you, give you feedback, and help you move forward. Being curious and seeking advice can increase your chances of success. Four: listen to podcasts and speak with other entrepreneurs to hear their stories and learn from their experiences. Five: go kayaking! Making time for self care, meditation, or exercise, can help boost your productivity; so take breaks to engage in activities that bring you joy and allow you to rest and reset.