Proven Leaders. Transformative Innovation.
SYRV.AI was founded by two technology veterans with a combined 70+ years of experience building, scaling, and leading AI transformations at the highest levels of enterprise and startup innovation.
Fortune 35 AI Pioneer
Jarrod Anderson is a visionary leader in artificial intelligence with over 30 years of experience transforming Fortune 100 operations through innovative AI strategies. As Chief AI Officer and COO at SYRV.AI, Jarrod brings unparalleled expertise in predictive, deterministic, generative, and agentic AI systems.
Career Highlights
- ▸Pioneered AI at a $100B Fortune 35 company, leading the development and implementation of enterprise-scale machine learning systems that integrated into core business functions
- ▸Built and led teams of Ph.D.-level AI engineers at Fortune 100 companies, creating AI strategies that delivered substantial cost savings and revenue generation
- ▸Named one of the Top 10 AI Leaders in the USA by CIO Review in 2023, recognizing his contributions to enterprise AI transformation
- ▸Serves on the global editorial board of CDO Magazine, contributing thought leadership on AI strategy and digital transformation
- ▸IBM Watson expert in NLP and global CRM, bringing deep technical expertise in natural language processing and customer relationship management systems
Technical Expertise
Jarrod's technical expertise spans the full spectrum of AI capabilities:
- ✓Predictive AI: Forecasting and analytics
- ✓Deterministic AI: Rule-based systems
- ✓Generative AI: LLMs and content generation
- ✓Agentic AI: Autonomous decision-making systems
Industry Experience
With experience across multiple sectors, Jarrod has delivered AI transformations in:
Commodity trading AI systems
Risk management and forecasting
Supply chain optimization
Production efficiency AI
"At three Fortune 100 companies, I created comprehensive AI strategies that integrated machine learning into core business functions, leading to substantial cost savings and revenue generation. My focus has always been on delivering real-world value, not theoretical possibilities."
— Jarrod Anderson, Chief AI Officer & COO
Serial Entrepreneur & Tech Visionary
Rich Hempel is a technology entrepreneur and investor with over 40 years of experience founding, scaling, and successfully exiting multiple tech ventures. As CEO and Co-Founder of SYRV.AI, Rich brings a unique combination of technical expertise, business acumen, and investment experience to help organizations transform AI concepts into profitable realities.
Career Highlights
- ▸40+ years of technology innovation and leadership, spanning hardware, software, and AI across multiple successful ventures
- ▸Founded, scaled, and successfully exited multiple tech ventures,demonstrating proven ability to build businesses from concept to acquisition
- ▸20+ years managing startup and early-stage funds, providing strategic guidance and capital to emerging technology companies
- ▸Decade at IBM building foundational tech skills, gaining deep enterprise experience that informs his approach to scaling AI solutions
- ▸Expert in forging influential partnerships across government, enterprise, and startup ecosystems
Entrepreneurial Approach
Rich's entrepreneurial philosophy centers on sustainable competitive advantage through innovation. He combines technical depth with business strategy to ensure AI initiatives deliver measurable ROI and create lasting market differentiation.
Cross-Sector Innovation
Rich has led innovation across diverse industries, from sports technology to global business operations, bringing a unique perspective on how AI can transform traditional business models and create new market opportunities.
"Our approach combines technical expertise with business acumen. We don't just build AI—we build AI that delivers measurable ROI and competitive advantage. The goal isn't innovation for its own sake, but transformation that drives sustainable business growth."
— Rich Hempel, CEO & Co-Founder
Why Experience Matters for Your Success
Our combined 70+ years of experience means you get leaders who've navigated Fortune 50 complexity and startup agility—the perfect combination for AI transformation.
Leadership That's Been in Your Shoes
We've sat in C-suite meetings at Fortune 100 companies. We understand budget cycles, stakeholder management, and the political realities of enterprise AI adoption.
Experience From Fortune 50 to Startup
Speed From Experience, Not Corners Cut
Our 10-day delivery isn't reckless—it's the result of decades of making (and learning from) mistakes on billion-dollar budgets. You benefit from our experience.