Our Purpose
Aunica was born from a deeply personal place. Its founders both faced their own mental health challenges and found healing through treatment programs that changed their lives. Later, working within those same programs, they experienced the system from both sides, the individuals providing care and those receiving it. That perspective inspired them to create Aunica: a way to strengthen connection, empathy, and care across behavioral health through thoughtful technology.
Meet Our Team
Get to know the passionate minds behind Aunica’s innovative journey
CO FOUNDER
Alvaro Sada
CO FOUNDER
Jackson Hagood
Entrepreneur and Mentor
Andrew Taylor
Aunica's Advisory Board
Frank Majors
Frank, President of Nephila Holdings, is a seasoned financial expert with deep expertise in risk management and strategic finance. With a BA in Economics and an MBA from Vanderbilt, he brings valuable insight to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Jonathan Dyke
Jonathan Dyke, entrepreneur, startup advisor, and Business professor at Vanderbilt University, has a strong track record in building and scaling startups. His industry expertise and mentorship make him a valuable addition to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Dr. Frank Drummond
Dr. Drummond, Chief of Psychiatry at Nashville General Hospital and former Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services at HCA Healthcare, brings extensive expertise in mental health and healthcare strategy to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Dr. Nick Hayes
Dr. Nick Hayes brings over a decade of experience in behavioral health. As Chief Science Officer at Cumberland Heights, he leads efforts in research, quality improvement, technology integration, and marketing strategy.
Our Purpose
Aunica was born from a deeply personal place. Its founders both faced their own mental health challenges and found healing through treatment programs that changed their lives. Later, working within those same programs, they experienced the system from both sides, the individuals providing care and those receiving it. That perspective inspired them to create Aunica: a way to strengthen connection, empathy, and care across behavioral health through thoughtful technology.
Meet Our Team
Get to know the passionate minds behind Aunica’s innovative journey
CO FOUNDER
Alvaro Sada
CO FOUNDER
Jackson Hagood
Entrepreneur and Mentor
Andrew Taylor
Aunica's Advisory Board
Frank Majors
Frank, President of Nephila Holdings, is a seasoned financial expert with deep expertise in risk management and strategic finance. With a BA in Economics and an MBA from Vanderbilt, he brings valuable insight to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Jonathan Dyke
Jonathan Dyke, entrepreneur, startup advisor, and Business professor at Vanderbilt University, has a strong track record in building and scaling startups. His industry expertise and mentorship make him a valuable addition to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Dr. Frank Drummond
Dr. Drummond, Chief of Psychiatry at Nashville General Hospital and former Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services at HCA Healthcare, brings extensive expertise in mental health and healthcare strategy to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Dr. Nick Hayes
Dr. Nick Hayes brings over a decade of experience in behavioral health. As Chief Science Officer at Cumberland Heights, he leads efforts in research, quality improvement, technology integration, and marketing strategy.
Our Purpose
Aunica was born from a deeply personal place. Its founders both faced their own mental health challenges and found healing through treatment programs that changed their lives. Later, working within those same programs, they experienced the system from both sides, the individuals providing care and those receiving it. That perspective inspired them to create Aunica: a way to strengthen connection, empathy, and care across behavioral health through thoughtful technology.
Meet Our Team
Get to know the passionate minds behind Aunica’s innovative journey
CO FOUNDER
Alvaro Sada
CO FOUNDER
Jackson Hagood
Entrepreneur and Mentor
Andrew Taylor
Aunica's Advisory Board
Frank Majors
Frank, President of Nephila Holdings, is a seasoned financial expert with deep expertise in risk management and strategic finance. With a BA in Economics and an MBA from Vanderbilt, he brings valuable insight to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Jonathan Dyke
Jonathan Dyke, entrepreneur, startup advisor, and Business professor at Vanderbilt University, has a strong track record in building and scaling startups. His industry expertise and mentorship make him a valuable addition to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Dr. Frank Drummond
Dr. Drummond, Chief of Psychiatry at Nashville General Hospital and former Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services at HCA Healthcare, brings extensive expertise in mental health and healthcare strategy to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Dr. Nick Hayes
Dr. Nick Hayes brings over a decade of experience in behavioral health. As Chief Science Officer at Cumberland Heights, he leads efforts in research, quality improvement, technology integration, and marketing strategy.
Our Purpose
Aunica was born from a deeply personal place. Its founders both faced their own mental health challenges and found healing through treatment programs that changed their lives. Later, working within those same programs, they experienced the system from both sides, the individuals providing care and those receiving it. That perspective inspired them to create Aunica: a way to strengthen connection, empathy, and care across behavioral health through thoughtful technology.
Meet Our Team
Get to know the passionate minds behind Aunica’s innovative journey
CO FOUNDER
Alvaro Sada
CO FOUNDER
Jackson Hagood
Entrepreneur and Mentor
Andrew Taylor
Aunica's Advisory Board
Frank Majors
Frank, President of Nephila Holdings, is a seasoned financial expert with deep expertise in risk management and strategic finance. With a BA in Economics and an MBA from Vanderbilt, he brings valuable insight to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Jonathan Dyke
Jonathan Dyke, entrepreneur, startup advisor, and Business professor at Vanderbilt University, has a strong track record in building and scaling startups. His industry expertise and mentorship make him a valuable addition to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Dr. Frank Drummond
Dr. Drummond, Chief of Psychiatry at Nashville General Hospital and former Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services at HCA Healthcare, brings extensive expertise in mental health and healthcare strategy to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Dr. Nick Hayes
Dr. Nick Hayes brings over a decade of experience in behavioral health. As Chief Science Officer at Cumberland Heights, he leads efforts in research, quality improvement, technology integration, and marketing strategy.
Our Purpose
Aunica was born from a deeply personal place. Its founders both faced their own mental health challenges and found healing through treatment programs that changed their lives. Later, working within those same programs, they experienced the system from both sides, the individuals providing care and those receiving it. That perspective inspired them to create Aunica: a way to strengthen connection, empathy, and care across behavioral health through thoughtful technology.
Meet Our Team
Get to know the passionate minds behind Aunica’s innovative journey
CO FOUNDER
Alvaro Sada
CO FOUNDER
Jackson Hagood
Entrepreneur and Mentor
Andrew Taylor
Aunica's Advisory Board
Frank Majors
Frank, President of Nephila Holdings, is a seasoned financial expert with deep expertise in risk management and strategic finance. With a BA in Economics and an MBA from Vanderbilt, he brings valuable insight to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Jonathan Dyke
Jonathan Dyke, entrepreneur, startup advisor, and Business professor at Vanderbilt University, has a strong track record in building and scaling startups. His industry expertise and mentorship make him a valuable addition to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Dr. Frank Drummond
Dr. Drummond, Chief of Psychiatry at Nashville General Hospital and former Medical Director of Behavioral Health Services at HCA Healthcare, brings extensive expertise in mental health and healthcare strategy to Aunica’s Advisory Board.
Dr. Nick Hayes
Dr. Nick Hayes brings over a decade of experience in behavioral health. As Chief Science Officer at Cumberland Heights, he leads efforts in research, quality improvement, technology integration, and marketing strategy.