Philip Erdoes

Philip Erdoes’ Biography

Philip Erdoes is the Co-Founder & CEO of Bear Cognition and Founder & CEO of Bear Ventures, where he has over two decades of experience creating and financing new enterprises. Philip is also Founder & CEO of The New Traditionalists and ducduc, US-based manufacturers of furniture and décor.

Mr. Erdoes is also a Director at Alef Mobitech, an edge computing mobility company. Philip’s particular expertise lies in product design, sales, branding and identity, entrepreneurship and strategic planning. Previously, he was the Founder & Managing Member of Bear Franchising, one of the largest private third-party logistics providers in the country.

Philip is a Member of the Council on Foreign Relations, a national Board Member for TEDx, and was recently a Member of the National Advisory Board of the American Film Institute, as well as being engaged in a number of charitable activities and foundations. Additionally, Philip is a Member of the Dean's Advisory Council at Harvard Business School.

In 2021, Philip was inducted into Oklahoma State University's College of Arts and Sciences Hall... Philip Erdoes is the Co-Founder & CEO of Bear Cognition and Founder & CEO of Bear Ventures, where he has over two decades of experience creating and financing new enterprises. Philip is also Founder & CEO of The New Traditionalists and ducduc, US-based manufacturers of furniture and décor.

Mr. Erdoes is also a Director at Alef Mobitech, an edge computing mobility company. Philip’s particular expertise lies in product design, sales, branding and identity, entrepreneurship and strategic planning. Previously, he was the Founder & Managing Member of Bear Franchising, one of the largest private third-party logistics providers in the country.

Philip is a Member of the Council on Foreign Relations, a national Board Member for TEDx, and was recently a Member of the National Advisory Board of the American Film Institute, as well as being engaged in a number of charitable activities and foundations. Additionally, Philip is a Member of the Dean's Advisory Council at Harvard Business School.

In 2021, Philip was inducted into Oklahoma State University's College of Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame in recognition of his accomplishments as a business leader and innovator in a wide range of industries.

Philip received a BS in Bio-medicine and Biology from Oklahoma State University. He continued his education to earn a JD from the University of Oklahoma College of Law and an MBA from Harvard Business School. more less

Philip Erdoes’ Newsfeed

These Design and Luxury Companies are Switching Gears to Protect Healthcare Workers

Furniture company The New Traditionalists and children’s furniture brand ducduc are starting to produce a range of supplies including gowns, masks, beds, and daycare furniture... made with antimicrobial laminates approved by medical facilities. “These veneers have the ability to withstand the cleaning agents in line with the CDC's guidelines to guard against COVID-19,” explains CEO and founder of both companies, Philip Erdoes.

Philip Erdoes’ Background

Bear Cognition

Co-Founder & CEO

Jul 2021 - Present

North Charleston, SC, USA

Bear Cognition utilizes first-rate business intelligence platforms to evaluate and simplify business data and analytics so that they are easier to understand. In this way, Bear Cognition allows businesses to become more efficient.

The New Traditionalists

Founder & CEO

2010 - Present

New York, NY, USA

The New Traditionalists connect traditional with today. Influenced by classic, traditional silhouettes, objects and history, the furniture is designed for today's eclectic, personal style of decorating.

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Current Board Positions

Alef Edge, Inc.

Chairman of the Board

Feb 2018 - Present

Morristown, NJ, USA

Alef empowers enterprises and developers to rapidly launch their own private networks and develop innovative mobile applications through their flagship Edge Point Platform.

TED

National Board Member, TEDx

Feb 2017 - Present

New York, NY, USA

TED is a nonprofit devoted to spreading ideas through short, powerful talks. Independently run TEDx events help share ideas in communities around the world.

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Previous Board Positions

American Film Institute

Advisory Board

2017 - 2020

New York, NY, USA

American Film Institute, AFI, is America's promise to preserve the history of the motion picture, to honor the artists and their work & to educate the next generation of storytellers.

Media

The New Traditionalists Launch Commercial Group

Jun 2019

New York, NY, USA

The New Traditionalists Commercial Group’s new lines include Hospitality, Gaming, Contract and Senior Living collections.

Design Companies Are Stepping Up to Help Produce Medical Equipment

Mar 2020

New York, NY, USA

Philip Erdoes, founder & owner of furniture brands the New Traditionalists and Ducduc, has retooled his Torrington, CT factory to produce 300 non-N95 masks daily as well as hospital gowns for donation to local hospitals and daycare centers.

Memberships

Council on Foreign Relations

Member

Feb 2018 - Present

New York, NY, USA

The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is an independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, and publisher, composed of more than fifty full-time and adjunct fellows, who cover the major regions & significant issues shaping today's international agenda.

Young Presidents' Organization

Member

New York, NY, USA

YPO is the global platform for chief executives to engage, learn and grow. YPO members harness the knowledge, influence and trust of the world’s most influential and innovative business leaders to inspire business, personal, family and community impact.

Awards & Recognition

Oklahoma State University College of Arts and Sciences Hall of Fame

Inductee

2021

Stillwater, OK, USA

The CAS Hall of Fame recognizes alumni who have gone on to excel in leadership roles, had success in their professional careers or have made exceptional contributions to the greater community. In 2021, Philip Erdoes was inducted into the Hall of Fame.