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Company Overview
Nexus Pen LLC is an Illinois-based technology startup founded in August 2025 by high school student Logan Holby, who leads the company as sole founder and CEO with a team of three classmates running finance, marketing, and operations. The company makes the Nexus Pen, the world’s first AI-powered ballpoint pen with a built-in color display, 16kHz speaker, and Bluetooth 5 connectivity. Powered by the company’s Donna AI assistant, the pen gives students and professionals instant access to intelligent answers, explanations, and creative assistance without touching a phone or computer. Nexus Pen is available at nexuspen.org.
Quick Facts
- CompanyNexus Pen LLC
- FoundedAugust 2025
- HQIllinois, USA
- FounderLogan Holby
- Websitenexuspen.org
- Press contactNexuspenLLC@gmail.com
Leadership Bios
Copy-ready bios for editorial use.
Logan Holby is the Founder and CEO of Nexus Pen, where he leads product strategy, hardware development, and company vision. A high school student and self-taught engineer from Illinois, Logan designed the Nexus Pen's firmware, PCB, and AI audio pipeline from scratch at age 17.
Michael Kay is the CFO of Nexus Pen, overseeing financial strategy, fundraising, and business operations. A high school student with a passion for entrepreneurship and finance, Michael ensures Nexus Pen's long-term sustainability and growth trajectory.
Izic Miller is the CMO of Nexus Pen, leading brand, marketing, and go-to-market strategy. A creative-minded high school student, Izic has built Nexus Pen's brand identity and social presence, driving early adoption among students and educators.
Chase Coe is the COO of Nexus Pen, managing day-to-day operations, supply chain, and customer experience. A detail-oriented high school student from Illinois, Chase keeps Nexus Pen running smoothly from manufacturing through delivery and support.
Product Facts
Pricing
- Hardware$119 (one-time)
- Free plan$0/mo (included)
- Plus plan$14.99/mo or $8.99/mo annual
- Pro plan$24.99/mo or $16.99/mo annual
Hardware Specs
- ProcessorESP32-S3 dual-core 240MHz
- Display0.96" LCD (128×64)
- Speaker16kHz HD, built-in amp
- ConnectivityBluetooth 5 BLE
- BatteryUSB-C rechargeable
- Dimensions~150mm × 12mm
AI / Software
- AI modelDonna AI, built on frontier language models
- AI personaDonna
- ModesAnswer, School, Research, Creative, Language
- AppiOS & Android (free)
- BackendFastAPI, hosted on AWS
Timeline
- FoundedAugust 2025
- First prototypeOctober 2025
- Website launchMarch 2026
- Availablenexuspen.org
Brand Assets
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Brand assets are provided for editorial and press use only. Do not modify logos or use assets in a way that implies endorsement. For questions email NexuspenLLC@gmail.com.
Press Coverage
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Press coverage will appear here as it becomes available. We are an early-stage startup and have not yet been covered by media outlets.
For press inquiries or to arrange an exclusive, contact NexuspenLLC@gmail.com.
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