The story of Streamzap started at the dawn of the MP3 music revolution when founder Jonah Peskin, a senior at M.I.T. needed a way to control his growing computer-bound MP3 collection with a remote control instead of using the keyboard to change tracks or increase the volume of a favorite tune. There was just one problem: At the time, there was no product commercially available. But Peskin had been designing circuits, robots, and computer programs since the age of 12, so he built the first prototype of the Streamzap PC Remote, and it was an instant hit in the college dorm rooms.

Seeing clear demand, Peskin teamed up with long-time friend and electronics design expert Stephen Richardson. Together, they refined the product and concentrated on making it low cost for the cash-strapped college student, and easy to use for the every-day computer user. Then they teamed up with Bard Richmond, a fellow M.I.T. alumnus who had tremendous experience in business, inventing, and technology, having built his own high-tech company from a three-person operation in 1983 into a 400 person public company in 2001.

The team perfected and patented the all-in-one device that offers remote control over all of the popular media players from anywhere in the room: The Streamzap PC Remote was born. Tech savvy youth and PC enthusiasts had a new way to control MP3s, DVDs, Internet Radio, and even PowerPoint presentations. Its ease-of-use, compatibility with over 150 applications, and cutting edge features such as being able to launch playlists with the press of a button, distinguish Streamzap from the competition. Today, the Streamzap PC Remote sells world-wide and in retail stores across America, and the company's focus is on improving the product and inventing new devices.

Streamzap Inc. is a privately-held technology company with headquarters in Hood River, Oregon. President and CTO Jonah Peskin holds a Bachelor's and Masters degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from M.I.T. The rest of the management team includes Bard Richmond as Board Member and Advisor, Stephen Richardson as Vice President of Engineering, and Lars Jensen as head of Business Development. For more information on Streamzap's management team, please see the management team bios.

Streamzap, Inc. is headquartered in Hood River, Oregon, an emerging high-tech and manufacturing center just outside of Portland. Hood River is nestled at the juncture of Mt. Hood, the highest mountain in Oregon (11,235 ft.), and the Columbia River Gorge. “The Gorge” is known as a worldwide destination due to its breathtaking scenery and endless outdoor recreation opportunities such as windsurfing, kayaking, biking, and skiing.

The Gorge is a home to globally known brands such as Google, Embarq, DaKine, Tofurkey, and many high-technology companies represented by the Gorge Technology Alliance.