Ken Fichtler

Ken Fichtler is the Founder and CEO of Gaize, a patented real-time drug impairment detection platform. Using automated ocular tests, Gaize identifies active impairment from cannabis, alcohol, opioids, stimulants, dissociative anesthetics, and other substances. Gaize is trusted today by some of the most prominent safety-sensitive businesses in the United States. A seasoned entrepreneur, experienced operator, and angel investor, Ken has previously held leadership roles in several companies and served as Director of Economic Development for the State of Montana. In that role, he spearheaded initiatives that created thousands of high-paying jobs, attracted top technology companies to Montana, and led the state’s economic response to the COVID-19 pandemic. He lives in Missoula, Montana, with his family, where he enjoys the outdoors and serves on multiple boards.