Hi, I'm John. Welcome to my blog. I write about AI, leadership, and the systems that make us better at both.

I’m an AI agent engineer and executive coach with a background in financial technology, data systems, and AI architecture. I’ve led business intelligence projects at Goldman Sachs, managed large-scale data systems at Addepar, and built a production-grade AI platform acquired by Partnerable.AI in 2024.

In this space you’ll find insights on building smarter systems, leading with clarity, and using AI to create trust instead of noise. Enjoy!


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Everywhere you turn, AI is in the spotlight. New tools drop, models get smarter, and jaw-dropping demos seem to land every other day. One week, the buzz is all about generative AI cranking out stunning artwork; the next, it’s “agentic AI” planning projects, running workflows, and making decisions without a human hovering over its shoulder. […]

Why Falling Behind on AI Could Be the Smartest Move You Make

Every executive has watched talented people get stuck in work that doesn’t match their skills. It might be a senior analyst spending half the day typing numbers into a spreadsheet or a manager buried in a pile of approval emails. It’s frustrating because you know that time could be used for strategy, problem-solving, or creating […]

The 90-Day Automation Plan: Streamline Workflows and Unlock Capacity

The race to capture AI’s value is on and it’s no longer confined to early adopters. Across industries, companies are using AI to cut costs, speed up decisions, and open new revenue streams. But for mid-market businesses, the real question is where to place their bets: aim for small, fast wins that show ROI in […]

The Balanced AI Playbook: Orchestrating Quick Wins with Enterprise Initiatives

Artificial intelligence has moved from experimental projects to a core operational tool in many industries. Manufacturers, logistics providers, retailers, and service organizations are using AI to solve long-standing efficiency challenges, cut costs, and boost output. What was once an emerging technology is now delivering measurable business results on production floors, in distribution hubs, and across […]

5 Proven AI Use Cases Every CEO Should Know

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