About Me
I'm an AI literacy researcher and the founder of RUDI (Responsible Use of Digital Intelligence). My mission is simple: democratize access to technology by teaching non-technical individuals how to build sophisticated software using AI tools.
After ChatGPT's release in 2022, I dedicated over 8,000 hours to mastering AI technologies and understanding their transformative potential. What I discovered changed everything: generative AI makes programming accessible to creative people who never went to computer science school. If you have ideas and want to build digital products, AI can help you bring them to life.
Today, I lead a community of 80,000+ tech enthusiasts, develop AI-powered solutions, and create frameworks for responsible AI adoption. My diverse background—spanning e-commerce ($3M cooperative), finance, and global business experience across Cincinnati, Tanzania, and Europe—informs my belief that linguistic capital and programming shouldn't be gatekept. AI changes everything.
Journey & Accomplishments
AI Literacy Research & RUDI
After ChatGPT's release, dedicated over 8,000 hours to mastering AI technologies. Founded RUDI (Responsible Use of Digital Intelligence) to advance AI literacy and responsible adoption, developing original frameworks and training programs. Built a community of 80,000+ tech enthusiasts while creating AI-powered solutions.
Founded Heritage Hill LLC
Built a seven-figure e-commerce cooperative specializing in collegiate textiles. Secured 30+ collegiate licenses, managed 20 cooperative members, and featured in GQ and Essence Magazine. Raised $500K in seed funding and secured $300K in retail partnerships.
Payment Services & Analytics
Led product management for payment processing services, conducting advanced analytics using R and SQL. Developed data-driven strategies for payment systems optimization and merchant services.
MBA & Global Experience
Earned MBA from EDHEC Business School in France. Led sustainability initiatives in Tanzania and South Africa, and pitched to VCs in Silicon Valley, expanding global business perspective.
First E-commerce Success
Founded and successfully exited an e-commerce business specializing in hoverboard chargers and Amazon-eBay arbitrage, marking first entrepreneurial acquisition.
Global Supply Chain at Macy's
Led sourcing and procurement strategies, focusing on supply chain transformation and global operations optimization.
Early Tech Development
Started learning web development and Python programming, creating Monte Carlo simulations for Vegas betting analytics, marking first steps into technical development.
Microsoft Marketing Specialist
Member of the Surface tablet launch team, contributing to Microsoft's innovative hardware rollout strategy.
Retail Banking Leadership
Progressed through banking roles to branch management, developing expertise in financial operations and team leadership.
Gaming Industry Pioneer
Professional gamer and co-founder of a subscription-based gaming platform, later acquired by SportsGamer, demonstrating early entrepreneurial success.
Technical Skills
Through immersive learning with AI tools, I've developed proficiency in full-stack development using Next.js, React, Python, and various AI APIs. This technical foundation enables me to build practical solutions that bridge traditional business needs with emerging technologies.
Philosophy
As a citizen of the world who has lived across Cincinnati, Tanzania, and Europe, I bring a global perspective to technology development. My interests in philosophy, theology, and continuous learning drive my approach to creating technology that matters and empowers others.
Beyond Work
I'm deeply committed to sharing knowledge and building communities around responsible AI use. Through social media and speaking engagements, I help others understand and leverage AI tools effectively, focusing on both technical implementation and ethical considerations.