Cal is a globally recognized data scientist, entrepreneur, and innovator in responsible artificial intelligence for heavily regulated environments, including healthcare, energy, and financial services. He leads AI and Data Science at Further, a digital transformation partner that helps some of the world’s most recognized brands create smarter, more personalized customer journeys with data and AI.

Before joining Further, Cal founded and scaled Pandata, an AI design and development firm that partnered with organizations such as Cleveland Clinic, Progressive Insurance, and FirstEnergy and was acquired by Further in 2024. He is a frequent keynote speaker on AI innovation, governance, and literacy, reaching thousands of leaders at major industry events including MAICON, ODSC, AI Summit, TDWI, and DataCamp.