Ed Smith Email & Phone Number

Ed is a dedicated technologist with a rich background in IT, cybersecurity, and mechanical/electrical systems. Throughout his career, he has turned challenges into opportunities and helped businesses of all sizes achieve their goals. His work in many exciting roles honed his skills and made a meaningful impact.Currently, he is applying his diverse expertise to refine AI, active inference, and robotics projects. His mission is to ensure these technologies meet business objectives, address biases, and uphold top-notch security standards. He is particularly passionate about Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback (RLHF), which makes AI more reliable and aligned with human values.A key strength is "Aged Wisdom" - extensive hands-on experience in IT and technology, blending practical intelligence with innovative thinking. He has developed and maintained IT products, and his executive business and sales acumen has revived numerous companies, particularly startups and smaller firms.Known for his problem-solving prowess, especially with IT challenges that others find insurmountable. His career highlights include building top-tier teams at global giants like IBM, Control Data Corporation, and Bell Atlantic/GTE, where he drove significant improvements in both sales and technical departments. One of his proudest achievements was winning the top technical award, forming and leading Crisis Management Teams at CDC that resolved critical issues for major clients worldwide, including CERN.He solved a military crisis and subsequently acquired WirelessWall, a robust cybersecurity software developed for the U.S. Navy and currently in use at a nuclear facility. This demonstrated his expertise in high-level cybersecurity and rapid response methodologies.Beyond his technical roles, his Ageless Role Modeling Program is aimed at enhancing intergenerational communication. He believes in the power of sharing knowledge and experience to foster a more inclusive and technologically adept society. This passion extends to his work in robotics and AI, where he integrates his extensive experience to drive innovation.Areas of expertise include AI, active inference, robotics, cybersecurity, project management, consulting, crisis management, hardware/software maintenance and support, social engineering, and sales/marketing strategies. Additionally, as a world-class skydiver, he brings a unique perspective on risk management and precision to my professional endeavors.I have a proven track record, a broad skill set, and a passion for solving complex problems. Let's connect.

Listed skills include Security, Saas, Wireless, Telecommunications, and 41 others.

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  San Francisco State University