# Open Source Technology Improvement Fund - **Website:** - **Primary alias:** `ostif.org` - **Employees:** 2+ - **Location:** Chicago, Illinois, United States - **Company kind:** NON PROFIT ## Description Ostif is a dynamic and innovative brand committed to revolutionizing the world of technology. Led by its dedicated staff, Ostif offers a range of products and services designed to prioritize privacy, security, and openness in the digital realm. The brand's President and Executive Director, Derek Zimmer, is a passionate privacy activist and hacker with a strong background in mathematics. Derek's vision for Ostif was sparked by the increasing surveillance issues faced by internet users. He believes that the real response to such threats lies in technological advancements rather than political solutions. Amir Montazery, the Managing Director, brings a wealth of experience in finance and information security. He firmly believes that Ostif is the ultimate tool for empowerment, placing open-source technology back into the hands of the people. Zach Graves, the expert in design and website development, combines his creative skills with a keen interest in technology. His dedication to learning new things makes him an invaluable member of the Ostif team. Steve Donley, the Community Manager, has firsthand knowledge of privacy issues and the importance of securing private information. With a background in tech and surveillance, Steve understands the need for Ostif to protect the privacy of individuals and corporations alike. Guided by an esteemed Advisory Council, Ostif continues to push the boundaries of technology. With expertise in various fields, these experienced volunteers contribute valuable advice and insights to shape Ostif's direction and achievements. As Ostif aims to liberate the world from the oppression of information, they offer a platform where privacy, security, and open-source technology converge. Join Ostif to experience the future of a free and secure digital world. ## Industries - 🖥 Computer Security _(under Computers Electronics and Technology)_ - 🖥 Computers Electronics and Technology ## Links - [github](https://github.com/ostif-org) - [linkedin](https://linkedin.com/company/ostif) ## Logos & icons - logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/id2C-6lQML/w/164/h/48/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1780614963235) - icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/id2C-6lQML/w/400/h/400/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1780614963364) ## Colors | Name | Hex | Theme | | --- | --- | --- | | Allports | #006ba1 | accent | | Old Brick | #982420 | dark | | Di Serria | #daa15e | light | ## Fonts - Montserrat — asset _(google)_ - Open Sans — asset _(google)_ ## Imagery - banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/id2C-6lQML/w/2482/h/1418/idmc4QZ9vu.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1780614964004) --- _Source: _ _See [/llms.txt](/llms.txt) for a full list of agent-readable pages, and [/auth.md](/auth.md) for how agents authenticate._