About OpenGate

Built by Operators, for Operators

OpenGate was founded by practitioners who ran enterprise AI at scale. We know what it takes to deliver outcomes because we've been in your shoes.

Our Mission

We believe every enterprise deserves an AI partner that delivers outcomes, not just technology.

That means hands-on implementation, proven methodologies, and a relentless focus on measurable business value. Not licensing. Not consulting. Partnership.

Leadership

Meet the Founders

Built by operators who've lived the complexity of enterprise AI — and decided to solve it.

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Jason Rice

Co-Founder & CEO

Revenue-focused technology executive with 20+ years driving enterprise growth. Wharton-educated strategist who bridges the gap between AI capability and business value — ensuring every deployment maps to ROI, not hype. Jason turns AI pilots into production outcomes.

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Stephen Ternes

Co-Founder & CTO

Enterprise AI and observability leader with deep expertise in operational infrastructure at scale. Stephen architects the systems that turn AI from a science project into a business capability — with OpenTelemetry-based visibility, cost governance, and measurable outcomes baked in from day one.

Our DNA

Three influences shape everything we build

Observability DNA

Built-in observability from day one. You can't manage what you can't measure. OpenTelemetry-based visibility across cost, compliance, and performance.

Platform Thinking

Enterprise platforms need flexibility, not rigidity. Multi-model orchestration, no vendor lock-in, and composable architecture for your unique needs.

NVIDIA Infrastructure

Purpose-built on NVIDIA DGX. 1 petaflop compute. 128GB unified memory. NIM microservices. The gold standard for enterprise AI operations.

Our Values

How we work and who we are

Outcome-Obsessed

We measure success by your business outcomes, not by features shipped or time spent.

Infrastructure-First

NVIDIA DGX infrastructure certainty. Not cloud wrappers. Not third-party integrations.

Observability-Driven

You can't improve what you can't measure. Observability-first methodology embedded in everything.

Partner-Led

We walk beside you. Every engagement includes knowledge transfer and hands-on execution.

Trusted & Certified

Enterprise-grade security and compliance

NVIDIA Inception Partner

Official partner in NVIDIA's ecosystem for enterprise AI

SOC 2 Type II

Third-party verified security and compliance controls

HIPAA Certified

Compliant for healthcare and regulated industries

Ready to Partner With Us?

Whether you're starting your AI journey or scaling across the enterprise, we're ready to be your partner every step of the way.

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