About Brett Copeland
Brett Copeland began his career at IBM/Prodigy Services Company in 1990.
His unique scholastic foundation from New York University’s Educational Communication & Technology program provides him with a distinctive human-centered design perspective that goes beyond traditional technical approaches. This interdisciplinary training, rooted in understanding behavior and interaction patterns, enables him to think outside conventional frameworks, approaching AI solutions with creative problem-solving methodologies that prioritize human needs while bridging technology, user experience, and business strategy.
As AI becomes increasingly autonomous, Brett's expertise becomes even more critical—ensuring that intelligent systems remain accessible and genuinely beneficial to the people who interact with them. This approach
will be essential as we navigate toward AGI, where maintaining independent agency and meaningful human-AI collaboration becomes paramount.
Brett maintains robust training and certifications across essential AI industry frameworks and governance principles, ensuring comprehensive expertise in responsible AI implementation standards. His strategic approach to professional development keeps pace with rapidly evolving industry requirements and regulatory landscapes.
Brett's diverse cross-sector experience includes key leadership roles such as:
- President & Founder of multiple startups
- Vice President of National Accounts
- Division Director of eCommerce
- Senior Corporate Consultant
This broad perspective allows him to assess AI opportunities and challenges from multiple angles—understanding not just what technology can do, but how it should be implemented to create meaningful, sustainable value that directly serve end user needs. His out-of-the-box thinking approach helps clients discover innovative applications they might never have considered, while his comprehensive assessment capabilities ensure solutions are both technically sound, strategically aligned, and genuinely human-centered.