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About Clay:

Clay Swerdelian is a dynamic and accomplished serial entrepreneur, currently serving as the co-founder and CEO of Verano.AI, his fifth technology venture. With almost three decades of leadership experience across national and international markets, Clay has a proven track record in guiding both private and public companies through transformative growth and successful acquisitions. Most recently, he led a Canada-based software company as CEO and board member until its acquisition in December of 2022.

Clay’s broad expertise spans industries such as healthcare, finance, energy, and technology, giving him a unique ability to drive innovation and operational excellence in diverse sectors. His leadership style blends strategic foresight with hands-on execution, making him a sought-after figure in the tech ecosystem.

A passionate innovator and problem-solver, Clay's deep understanding of AI and emerging technologies equips him to lead Verano.AI toward becoming a disruptive force in the industry. His blend of entrepreneurial vision, corporate governance, and global perspective positions him to navigate the complexities of scaling a cutting-edge technology company in today's fast-paced evolving digital landscape.

 

About Verano.AI:

Verano.AI is transforming the energy and finance sectors with cutting-edge AI agents that redefine regulatory compliance. By automating complex workflows, we boost efficiency by over 80%, slash labor costs, and deliver real-time, actionable risk insights - empowering businesses to stay ahead.

Fueled by proprietary machine learning and large language models, our technology is already driving success for industry leaders like Deloitte and ServiceNow. We help companies break free from outdated, low-tech systems, allowing them to focus on what truly matters - innovation and growth.

Guided by Amazon’s ethos, Verano.AI is built on customer obsession, long-term vision, and operational excellence - ensuring our partners achieve lasting impact.

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