Company: ARAI
Filing Date: 2025-03-24
Form Type: S-1/A
Source: 0001641172-25-000350
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Company: Arrive AI Inc.
Filing Date: 2025-03-24
Form: S-1/A
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 for NASDAQ.

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Neerav Shah – Chief Strategy Officer, Director

Neerav Shah brings over two decades of entrepreneurial and leadership experience,
uniquely positioning him to support a successful NASDAQ direct listing. He launched and led a high-growth business focused on electromechanical
assemblies for the Department of Defense, managing a team of 50 across two locations until 2020, when he joined Arrive AI. Shah’s deep
network within defense contracting remains an asset, reinforcing his capability to guide scalable operations under strict regulatory standards.
In 2014, Shah co-founded a business leveraging data analytics for infrastructure inspections, utilizing single-rotor Unmanned Aerial Systems
(UAS) to improve efficiency and safety in critical infrastructure monitoring. His background in high-stakes industries is complemented
by management roles at Sun Microsystems and Kaiser Permanente, where he honed his operational and strategic skills. Shah’s academic background
includes an MBA from Purdue University and a BSc from the London School of Economics. His expertise in navigating complex operational
landscapes and data-driven decision-making makes him an invaluable asset for a public company aiming to scale sustainably on NASDAQ.

John Ritchison, JD – Director, Corporate Counsel

John Ritchison serves as Director and Corporate
Counsel at Arrive AI Inc., contributing his extensive expertise in engineering, patent law, and global operations to support the company’s
strategic initiatives. Since the company’s incorporation as Dronedek Inc. in 2020, John has served as Corporate Counsel
while simultaneously maintaining his solo practice in Intellectual Property law, which he has operated for over 22 years. As a registered
patent attorney and Indiana-licensed professional engineer, John brings valuable legal and technical insights to Arrive AI’s preparations
for a NASDAQ listing. John’s 30-year career with Delphi and General Motors included senior roles in manufacturing and product engineering,
with responsibilities spanning U.S. and international markets. His leadership experience includes roles as a plant manager in the U.S.
and as General Director of Operations in Europe, where he managed full P&L and balance sheet responsibilities. His extensive experience
in manufacturing, engineering, and operations enhances Arrive AI’s approach to scaling and compliance in the autonomous systems
industry. John’s academic background includes a JD from Indiana University School of Law, a master’s in mechanical engineering
from Rose-Hulman, and a bachelor’s in mathematics. Fluent in English and Portuguese, he is also