Helton Souza

Helton Souza is the Co-founder, Chief Technology Officer, and Head of the Certifications Program at Labdoor, based in San Francisco, California. Founded in 2012 alongside Neil Thanedar and Rafael Ferreira, the Y Combinator and Rock Health-backed startup focuses on the comprehensive independent testing and grading of dietary supplements. In his current executive capacity, Souza oversees the technical infrastructure and certification standards for a platform that has evaluated thousands of health products and now serves millions of consumers. He manages the core software engineering operations for the healthtech company, which operates with fewer than 25 employees and generates just under $5 million in annual revenue. Souza's professional background centers on technical leadership, data-driven consumer transparency, and establishing strict quality testing protocols for purity and label accuracy within the broader global health and fitness products sector.