Samuel J. Deutsch

Samuel Deutsch
Samuel Deutsch
Born	19 April 1989 United States of America
Nationality	American
Occupation	American Entrepreneur
Title	Founder & CEO of SAVANT

Samuel Deutsch also known as Samuel J. Deutsch (born 19 April 1989 in United States of America) is an American Entrepreneur, Founder and CEO of SAVANT. SAVANT is a groundbreaking platform that harnesses the power of Augmented Reality (AR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to blur the lines between reality and virtuality for beautification and identification purposes.^[1]

Early Life and Education

Samuel J. Deutsch completed Bachelors of Business Administration from University of California, Berkeley in the year 2006. He graduated from Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa with degrees in History and Business. During 2005-2008 he was investment analyst at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. In 2008 he became the Managing director (MD) at Capella Hotels and Resorts. In 2022 he founded House of Savant Inc.^[2]

Career

Samuel's journey as a transformative leader began with his passion for merging art and business. He recognized the immense potential of technology to facilitate self-expression and democratization, which led him to create SAVANT—a platform that embodies his belief in the limitless possibilities of technology. SAVANT's world-class team, including esteemed professionals like the former Head of AI at Salesforce and the President of Auto CV, has developed a revolutionary solution that seamlessly combines AR and AI.^[3]

Prior to his groundbreaking work in the technology sector, Samuel held the distinguished position of Managing Director and Head of Development at Capella Hotels & Resorts—a renowned hospitality brand co-founded by the legendary hotelier and Ritz Carlton founder, Horst Schulze. During his tenure, Samuel's exceptional leadership and innovative mindset laid the foundation for technology-driven advancements in the travel industry through startups like Jetsetter and InsiderEscapes.^[4]

Samuel's remarkable career trajectory took shape at Banc of America Securities, where he served as an analyst in the Real Estate & Lodging Investment Banking division. In this role, he advised on pioneering deals for industry giants such as Blackstone and Hilton Hotels, showcasing his expertise in the field.

Over the past decade, Samuel has continued to excel in the hospitality sector, spearheading development, transactions strategy, capital markets, site selection, and design conceptualization for prestigious brands including Capella, Aman, and Four Seasons. His leadership and strategic acumen have facilitated investments exceeding $3 billion, underscoring his ability to transcend traditional boundaries and drive innovative projects forward.

Samuel J. Deutsch's visionary mindset, combined with his proficiency in art, business, and technology, has positioned him as a prominent figure in the industry. His relentless pursuit of transformative solutions and commitment to pushing boundaries make him an influential entrepreneur of our time.