Hupside, the Original Intelligence company helping organizations identify, measure, and scale human originality in an AI-driven world, today announced that Justin Fanelli, Chief Technology Officer for the United States Department of the Navy, has joined as the first official member of its advisory board. A recognized voice in AI transformation and one of the federal government’s foremost technology leaders, Fanelli brings a unique combination of operational insight and visionary thinking that is in lockstep with Hupside’s mission of redefining human value in the era of generative AI.

“We are in a pivotal moment where the organizations that thrive will be those that understand how to integrate AI with truly original human thinking,” said Fanelli. “Hupside’s approach makes that integration measurable and actionable. I believe that’s a game-changer, especially in environments like government and defense where transformation at scale is both necessary and difficult. The ability to spot the people who can think for themselves and hyperscale with AI is the edge every forward-looking organization needs right now.”

As Chief Technology Officer for the Department of the Navy, Fanelli plays a critical role in shaping technology strategy across one of the most complex digital enterprises in the federal government. In his additional role as Technical Director for PEO Digital, he oversees a $3 billion portfolio of emerging technologies that support modernization at scale. A recognized leader in AI implementation and digital workforce transformation, his appointment underscores Hupside’s growing relevance in government consulting and innovation—especially as agencies seek to harness AI without losing sight of human originality.

“Justin is a driving force in the federal government’s AI transformation. He has been at the table for some of the most important digital modernization efforts happening today, and he understands better than anyone that AI alone doesn’t drive impact—people do,” said Jonathan Aberman, CEO and co-founder of Hupside. “The future belongs to those who know how to spot and support the individuals who can hyperscale with AI. That’s what Hupside was built to do, and Justin’s decision to join us sends a strong signal that human originality has a critical role to play in the AI era.”

As AI reshapes how work gets done, Hupside enables organizations to identify value creators, or individuals who can lead with originality and amplify the potential of human-AI collaboration. The company’s proprietary OIQ™ (Original Intelligence Quotient) offers an objective, science-backed measure of originality, helping teams hire better, collaborate smarter, and lead transformational change.

Fanelli’s appointment comes ahead of Hupside’s upcoming public beta release, and as the company continues to expand its advisory network and introduce its Original Intelligence platform to teams navigating digital transformation across sectors. To learn more about Hupside and stay up to date on company news, visit hupside.com.

About Hupside

Hupside is a transformational platform that measures and elevates human originality. Backed by rigorous cognitive science and built for a world reshaped by AI, Hupside’s tools help individuals and organizations identify the ideas, talent, and thinking that spark true innovation. At the heart of the platform is the Hupchecker, a first-of-its-kind assessment that generates an Original Intelligence Quotient (OIQ)—a quantifiable measure of how individuals think beyond conventional and AI-generated ideas. Whether you're hiring a visionary, building a high-performing team, or preparing your workforce for what’s next, Hupside helps you lead with originality. To learn more, visit www.hupside.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

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“We are in a pivotal moment where the organizations that thrive will be those that understand how to integrate AI with truly original human thinking....Hupside’s approach makes that integration measurable and actionable."