About adaptAI:

Max Miguel is a visionary and dynamic serial entrepreneur who has forged an impressive 30-year career in sales management and enterprise sales across multiple industries. As a forward-thinking leader, he channels his extensive expertise to the vanguard of innovation, deftly identifying and capitalizing on emerging market trends – particularly in the rapidly evolving realm of artificial intelligence. 

Possessed with an unwavering belief in AI’s transformative potential, Max is passionate about creating groundbreaking AI-driven solutions that are not only cutting-edge but also underpinned by an ethical, responsible approach. His vision aims to amplify organizational capabilities while safeguarding workforce interests. Under Max’s stewardship, his ventures cultivate a corporate culture of collaborative agility inspired by the “Lean Startup” methodology. This innovation framework, coupled with a steadfast focus on delivering Minimal Viable Products, empowers his businesses to stay nimble and ahead of the curve. 

Carlos Jofre Jr. is an accomplished senior technology executive with over 30 years of extensive experience across multiple industries. As a co-founder of adaptAI, he firmly believes artificial intelligence will significantly disrupt all sectors of the economy.  

Carlos’ vision is to develop AI solutions focused on ethical and responsible practices that elevate organizations’ potential while prioritizing their existing workforce. At adaptAI, he has cultivated a corporate culture of collaboration and agility rooted in the “Lean Startup” methodology. His commitment to delivering Minimal Viable Products ensures adaptAI’s customers can nimbly adapt to the rapidly evolving AI landscape. 

With over two decades of distinguished experience, Wes has established himself as a preeminent authority in Analytics, Data Science, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Fusion. His extensive body of work, published across prestigious journals and proceedings such as IEEE Transactions, M&SOM, AAS, Interfaces, and others, reflects a profound commitment to advancing these domains through rigorous research and innovation. 

Wes’ expertise has transcended academia, driving transformative change across a diverse array of industry sectors, including Airlines, Hospitality, CPG, Retail, Advertising, Media, Marketing, Finance, and Data Services. His proficiency in Revenue Management, Pricing, Channel Management and Distribution, Consumer Choice Modeling, Scheduling, CRM, Audience Targeting, Advertising Solutions, and Data-as-a-Service has consistently yielded tangible business impact. 

While his accomplishments have garnered numerous accolades, including an Emmy for Engineering and Technology, the INFORMS Innovative Applications of Analytics Award, and the ANA Genius Awards for Marketing Analytics Science and Pioneering Analytics Innovation, Wes approaches his work with humility. He has been recognized as the ARF Great Mind in Analytics Leadership, named among Corinium’s Top 100 Innovators in Data & Analytics for the Americas, and was a finalist for the esteemed Wagner Prize and Edelman Award. 

Elisabeth Villarroel is a seasoned accounting professional who serves as the Finance Director at AdaptAI. Equipped with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Florida Atlantic University, Elisabeth brings a wealth of expertise and an unwavering commitment to meticulous financial management.  

With an impressive track record spanning diverse roles such as Accounting Assistant, Finance and Accounting Manager, Freelance Bookkeeper, and Tax Preparer, Elisabeth has honed her capabilities across a comprehensive spectrum of disciplines. These include cost accounting, tax preparation, payroll management, and incisive financial analysis – forging an unparalleled proficiency that is an invaluable asset to adaptAI.