Bryan K.

About Bryan K.

I lead high-impact AI/ML initiatives at Caterpillar, helping organizations move from AI curiosity to real, measurable enterprise value. In my current role within Caterpillar IT’s AI Center of Excellence, I focus on AI solution discovery, product strategy, and delivery, partnering across business and technology teams to turn complex problems into scalable, human-centered AI solutions.My work sits at the intersection of AI, analytics, and business strategy. I have led simulation, optimization, and AI-enabled products that influence multi-million-dollar decisions, improve operational efficiency, and support Caterpillar’s long-term vision for sustainable and modern industrial operations. I am especially passionate about responsible, practical AI solutions that augment people, respect risk and governance, and deliver clear ROI.With 10+ years of experience spanning data engineering, analytics, product ownership, and AI leadership. I have led cross-functional teams through ambiguity, accelerated proofs of concept into production, and helped organizations adopt AI in ways that actually stick.Above all, I am a servant leader, Christ-follower, and lifelong learner, driven by the belief that the best technology solutions start with people and are built to serve something bigger than ourselves.

Experience

1. Beta Tester and Security Consultant

   Anthropic

   Oct 2024 — Present

   Conducted beta testing and security consulting for unreleased Anthropic Models to ensure safety protocols and controls.• Provided valuable feedback on the unreleased Claude Code CLI through early user testing.• Collaborated remotely with teams to pen test and attempt to jailbreak unreleased models for security assurance.

Education

• Wheaton College

  Bachelor's degree, Business/Managerial Economics and Minor in Biblical and Theological Studies

• Gies College of Business - University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, Analytics

Skills

• Project Management
• Microsoft Word
• Youth Ministry
• Volunteering
• Financial Services
• Analytical Skills
• Data Analysis
• Microsoft Office
• Community Outreach
• Research
• Customer-Focused Service
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Leadership
• Event Planning
• Social Media
• Public Speaking
• Program Development
• Management
• Teaching
• Customer Service
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Business Intelligence