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The day we saved a life
How a single routine 911 call radically altered my life, my startup, and the future of 911 response....
Jan 5, 2026
10 min read
Neal Soni
Entrepreneur
Building software that saves lives @ Prepared. Prepared raised over $130M through Series C, backed by a16z, General Catalyst, First Round, and was acquired by Axon in 2025 for a reported $640M.I’m a co-founder and VP of Product at Prepared by Axon, leading teams to ensure every emergency gets the perfect response — from the moment a caller dials 911 to the moment responders arrive.I write about the stories and lessons from building high-stakes products and teams on my Substack ↓
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On Prepared's Journey: Zero-to-Acquisition and Beyond
After nearly seven years building Prepared—from three founders in a dorm room to a 100+ person company—Prepared is joining Axon. This acquisition represents a continuation of our core mission: making sure every emergency receives the perfect response.
Sep 23, 2025
5 min read
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Why Panic Buttons are not the Solution
Panic buttons, while a well-meaning solution, don't address the deeper issues in public safety and emergency response. What we need is a fundamental shift in how we approach emergency response.
Oct 21, 2024
8 min read
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