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Paul is the CEO and principal analyst at GAI Insights. He is a seasoned software entrepreneur with two decades of experience. Paul has been an executive at multiple VC-backed startups, notably as VP of Product at First Fuel, an enterprise AI SaaS company. He holds an MBA from Harvard and a BA from Kenyon College.
Dr. Sviokla is the co-founder of GAI Insights. Throughout his career he has explored the practical implications of leading technologies. He is widely published and was a Partner at PwC, Vice Chairman of Diamond Technology Partners, and a Harvard Business School Professor, where he pioneered AI research and AI courses. Dr. Sviokla has his Doctorate, Master's, and BA from Harvard University.
Tim is an AI Analyst at GAI Insights. He is a luminary in innovative technology. Tim's past work includes a VP position at Booz Allen Hamilton, CTO at Viant Corp., and early software contributions to the Apple Macintosh. He holds an MSEE/CS from Worcester Polytechnic and a BA from Dartmouth.
Julio is an AI Analyst at GAI Insights. He is the founder of E-String Technologies, a cutting-edge AI consultancy. He holds a Master's from the University of Virginia and a BS from George Mason University.
Adam is an AI analyst at GAI Insights. He brings 30 years of experience across various industries, including finance, telecommunications, government, and emerging tech startups.
Amanda is an AI Analyst at GAI Insights. She has two decades of experience in analytics, data science, AI/ML, and her work spans academia and corporate sectors. She is completing a PhD dissertation related to AI.
He shapes the firm’s GenAI thought leadership and guides enterprise clients in translating market signals into strategic action. He has more than a decade of experience in CI and strategy roles at EY and Everest Group. Ankaj regularly publishes guidance for C-suite audiences, mentors research teams on analytic rigor, and holds an MBA in International Business and a BE in Electronics & Electrical Communication Engineering.
GAI Insights is the only market research firm dedicated to advancing executive knowledge of Generative AI. We help organizations bridge cutting-edge AI with practical applications to drive profit, transform industries, and solve complex challenges. Through expert consultation, extensive research, the annual GAI World Conference in Boston, we empower Al-driven professionals worldwide to unlock the full potential of Generative AI.
Two decisions now define enterprise AI: the model you run, and the architecture that decides what it costs and what stays yours. The 2026 Corporate Buyers' Guide to Enterprise AI Platforms helps you make both.
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