Based in Tucson, Sky Island AI delivers targeted artificial intelligence solutions with tangible results. Founders Ed Hendel (Data Science expert) and Jay Fowler (Finance & Workflow specialist) integrate deep technical skill with business acumen, moving you beyond generic AI hype.

AI's potential is immense, yet often untapped or poorly applied. We pinpoint the specific opportunities where AI will save your organization significant time and money. We then design and implement your unique 'sky island'—a tailored system built to elevate your operations.

Founders

Leading Sky Island AI's technical vision is Ed Hendel. A seasoned data scientist and leader, Ed holds a Master's degree in Systems Biology from Harvard University, providing a robust foundation for his work. He brings deep expertise in applying Large Language Models (LLMs) to solve real-world challenges, with a significant track record in the healthcare sector. Ed's impactful career includes spearheading the data science efforts as lead data scientist for the startup team that developed Machinify Auth, an innovative AI platform for healthcare streamlining acquired for $32 million. Prior to co-founding Sky Island AI, he served as an Associate Director of Data Science, further honing his skills in building AI co-pilots, fine-tuning sophisticated LLMs, and leading data science teams. Ed's blend of academic rigor and proven experience ensures Sky Island AI's solutions are both cutting-edge and practically effective.

Jay Fowler brings a robust background in finance and a sharp acumen for translating AI potential into tangible business strategies and efficient workflows. With experience managing significant operational budgets (up to $70M) and a strong history of fractional CFO work, Jay excels at identifying how AI can drive cost savings and operational improvements. He leads our client engagement, workflow design, and ensures our AI solutions are perfectly aligned with your business objectives. His extensive network within the Tucson community is also a key asset to our clients in the region.

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