Driven by Value Creation
We believe artificial intelligence is only as powerful as the tangible, sustainable value it creates for an organization. We build secure, agentic systems that augment human capability to drive measurable operational gains.
Empowerment over Replacement
We architect AI solutions to break down monolithic, complex tasks into modular steps. Our tools are designed to augment the intelligence and output of your existing workforce, freeing them to focus on high-level strategic growth.
Informed Partnerships
We believe the most successful AI integrations come from expertise in both the capabilities of AI and the business operations where AI is applied. We provide the training necessary so you have the exact knowledge to instruct us on your specific business needs, while simultaneously empowering your teams to become highly effective, collaborative partners with the AI tools they use daily.
Ethical Application
Our roots in higher education drive our commitment to the ethical application of AI. We build systems that preserve the user experience, respect privacy, and navigate the complexities of AI transparency and authenticity.
The Caisen Team
Meet our team that brings AI value to your team
Principal AI Consultant & CEO
Dr. Josh Kaisen
Prior to starting Caisen, Dr. Josh Kaisen served as the Director of Outreach and Education for the Human-Centered AI Institute at the University of Houston. In this role, he successfully scaled the institute by introducing the first AI courses to the university and spearheading several successful interdisciplinary programs. Notably, he co-developed and still teaches the "AI for Creatives" course within the Art Leadership program alongside Joel Luks. During his tenure, he also forged significant collaborations with major tech companies like Intel and Google, and launched the AI Solutions program in partnership with the university's IT department.
Dr. Kaisen’s professional expertise is heavily informed by his robust academic background, which sits at the intersection of economics, physics, and machine learning (later rebranded as AI). He has also held faculty positions as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics at St. Mary's College of Maryland and an Adjunct Professor at the University of South Florida. Dr. Kaisen has published several influential papers across top journals in business, economics, physics and mathematics, and he authored a textbook on behavioral economics.
A recognized thought leader in the AI space, Dr. Kaisen has delivered keynote speeches at prominent conferences, spoken at over two dozen industry events, and been featured on several podcasts, including NPR's "Hello Houston," to discuss advancements in human-computer interaction. His strategic insights have been sought by global enterprises; he has advised both Lenovo and Microsoft on AI research-related initiatives.
Dr. Kaisen holds a PhD in Economics from the University of South Florida, a Master's in Physics from the University at Buffalo (SUNY), and a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics and Physics from Ohio University. Outside of his professional work, Josh is a loyal husband, father to a loving dog and three loving-when-convenient cats, amateur podcaster, and a devoted karaoke enthusiast.
Principal AI Architect & CTO
David Buchanan
David brings a wealth of expertise in data engineering, machine learning, and cloud architecture. A self-described "pathological optimist," David is deeply passionate about technology and its potential to drive meaningful, real-world impact through AI and advanced analytics.
David spent over four and a half years at Comcast, where he progressively advanced from Senior Data Analyst to Lead Data Engineer, and ultimately to Manager of Data Engineering. During his tenure, he specialized in large-scale data solutions and ETL pipelines using Databricks and Apache Sedona. He is a recognized voice in the data community.
David’s robust technical background also includes experience as a Data Analyst at The Home Depot and as a Research Scientist at the Georgia Tech Research Institute. In the latter role, he focused on embedded software and data analytics for avionic systems, leveraging tools across the Atlassian suite and utilizing languages including Python, C, C++, and Ada.
David holds a Master of Science in Computer Science with a specialization in Machine Learning from the Georgia Institute of Technology. He also earned his Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the University of South Florida. Blending his extensive engineering leadership with his specialized focus on machine learning, David excels at guiding organizations through complex technical landscapes to build performant, AI-driven solutions.
Learning and Development Specialist & CLO
Julia Cai, M.S.Ed.
Julia has over five years of program management experience. Julia specializes in turning complex organizational goals into structured, meaningful development experiences. She operates on a simple but powerful philosophy: people thrive with the right structure, support, and opportunities.
Julia spent nearly five years driving large-scale development initiatives at the University of Pennsylvania. Currently serving as an Assistant Director at the University of Pennsylvania, she designs comprehensive career readiness programs, creates curriculum with institutional and workforce objectives, and recruits and manages teams of 30 to 40 staff members annually.
Julia holds a Master of Science Education in Human Development from the University of Pennsylvania, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Neuroscience from the University of Minnesota. She is a certified Learning and Development Specialist, and holds additional certifications in AI Fluency for Educators, and Google's certificate in Project Management.
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