CEO MONTHLY / ISSUE 10 2023 14 StarApple AI is a business that prioritises the accessibility of technology and, as such, has tirelessly worked to develop a multitude of services to suit any need. Be it Bespoke AI Development, R&D, AI Policy and Framework Development, Data Science Services, Gamified AI Training, or Research, StarApple AI is eager to become a part of its clients’ AI journeys. From publicly traded corporate entities, to governments, SMEs, and individuals, it delivers a comprehensive guide to AI, no matter how complex the requirement. In addition, StarApple AI also supports a variety of non-profit organisations, both on a regional and international scale. But just how did StarApple AI manage to become one of the most trusted data and AI businesses throughout the Caribbean? The answer is simple – it’s all a product of CEO Adrian Dunkley’s intense passion for everything that the field encompasses. As Jamaica’s first AI company, StarApple AI represents a shift in AI development throughout the Caribbean and Latin America. Founded by Adrian Dunkley, StarApple AI is a passion project that quickly marked the largest technological milestone that Jamaica has seen in recent years. Below, we explore Adrian’s journey - how he went from being a man with a love for science and technology, to an award-winning CEO whose determination paved the way for Jamaica’s venture into the world of AI. Having coined the term ‘Artful Intelligence’ upon the creation of StarApple AI, Adrian proceeded to outline what he deemed to be the most crucial part of his new company’s promise – to guide AI towards the right strategies, customers, and value creation in the quickest possible time. Adrian’s ‘Artful Intelligence’ has been critical in integrating AI into businesses that have struggled with digital infrastructure. However, to fully understand how StarApple AI came to be, we feel it’s essential to delve into Adrian’s fascinating story. Said story begins with the popular sci-fi giant, Star Trek. Adrian was enamoured with the character of Geordi La Forge, a leader and scientist that looked like him, as well as the people around him. This inspiration led Adrian to chase his dream – to become a scientist. The older he got, the more his love for the subject flourished, until he eventually pursued an undergraduate degree in Mathematics and Physics. Following this, Adrian became a research student at the University of West Indies, wherein he studied organic solar cells as part of his vision to reinvent the solar panel industry. Unfortunately, trouble struck, and Adrian found himself having to drop out due to financial reasons. Whilst, at the time, he saw this as a world-ending failure on his part, he would eventually learn that this very incident was the initial spark for StarApple AI. Adapting what he had learned throughout his studies, Adrian entered into the world of finance. As it seemed, his skillset was exactly what the industry had been in desperate need of, and he found himself rising to the position of Senior Executive after five years of persistent hard work. This hard work persisted for over a decade, after which Adrian finally decided to recentre his focus on his passion for science. The result of this decision is what we see today – StarApple AI. Built upon the genuine love for imagining the impossible, and how to bring it to life, StarApple AI depicts a piece of Adrian’s very heart and soul. Everything that he has done throughout his life has led to the creation of the most innovative, inviting collective that has graced the AI sector in recent years. His wonder is captured through every service, and even more so through the trust that he’s established between both his team and his clients. Now, Adrian has a plethora of achievements to his name. From launching and funding a Caribbean Data Science training program – Sprout – that has already trained over 300 individuals in Data Science, to winning the Jamaican Innovator of the Year Award for 2023, StarApple AI has come leaps and bounds in its pursuit of realising Adrian’s ambitions. What started as a company named after a fruit hiding a star at its core has quickly become an entity that represents what can be accomplished, should one be passionate enough. And it’s clear that Adrian Dunkley has passion to spare. Contact: Adrian Dunkley Company: StarApple AI Web Address: https:// starapple.ai/ Data & AI Business Founder of the Year 2023 (Caribbean): Adrian Dunkley
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