Bryce Galen

Bryce Galen's expertise in the intersecting worlds of technology, finance, and real estate is a testament to his multifaceted background and passion for innovation. As the founding principal at One, Bryce brings to the table a blend of experience in product management and artificial intelligence, highlighted by his recent work creating Landian, the first flat-fee realtor service booking platform in the US and Canada. Landian, an AI-driven platform, aims to revolutionize the homebuying experience and exemplifies Bryce's commitment to leveraging technology for impactful solutions that challenge the status quo and benefit consumers.

Prior to One, Bryce's entrepreneurial interest led him to found Zero in 2016 to pioneer a “debit-style” credit card to curb consumer overspending. Zero also introduced Level, a next-generation banking product and app giving customers market-leading interest and cash back on debit card spending, which won a Real Simple Smart Money Award in 2020. Zero raised $34 million and grew to 50,000 customers before its acquisition by Avant in 2021.

At Zynga, as Senior Product Manager, Bryce led the introduction of innovative features for Words With Friends, including competitive leaderboards and a community match system, significantly enhancing player engagement and social interaction. He also managed the product development and launch of "New Words With Friends," a sequel that revitalized the franchise with updated game mechanics and social features, propelling it to the top of the App Store charts. These efforts showcased Bryce's ability to blend product strategy with creativity, helping to reinforce the game's position as a mobile gaming classic.

Bryce's career also includes foundational experience in investment banking at Wachovia Securities and real estate private equity at Fidelity Investments, where he engaged in investments across a diverse portfolio for a $1 billion value-add fund investing in all property types. He also founded a New York City-based game company, TriviaTryst, which he led to a successful exit, demonstrating a diverse skill set and ability to succeed across different industries.

Bryce's background in biology and computer science from the University of Virginia laid the educational foundation for his career, combining analytical skills with an understanding of technology's role in solving real-world problems. Bryce's career is marked by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and a vision to make technology broadly beneficial. His story is one of continuous learning, adaptation, and a desire to contribute meaningfully to the industries he touches.