IO Rodeo is a small business based in Pasadena, California, founded in 2009 by Will Dickson and Jo Long. They are passionate about increasing accessibility to scientific data collection tools. Their main focus is creating low-cost, open hardware instrumentation to make these tools more affordable and available to everyone.

IO Rodeo also develops methods and tutorials to lower the barriers to environmental and biological data collection. Their mission is to empower customers by providing scientific tools that are accessible, affordable, transparent, and community-supported, allowing them to explore science in creative ways. The company believes in the power of shared knowledge and encourages the community to collectively develop better instruments and discover more real-world applications.

The IO Rodeo community is made up of diverse scientists and students across academia, industry, schools, and makerspaces. Both Will Dickson and Jo Long have a strong background in science and are dedicated to ensuring equitable access to scientific tools and measurements. They are open to collaborations and are always interested in learning how their customers are using open hardware in science research and education.

IO Rodeo is committed to open source principles and shares all their instrumentation and software under open source hardware and software licenses. With their expertise and customer-centric approach, IO Rodeo is paving the way for innovative scientific exploration and environmental monitoring