Meet the Team
Rob Buchwald
Owner
High energy, results-driven, and eternally optimistic, Rob Buchwald brings a unique blend of skills to the table. With a focus on crafting amazing user experiences, Rob implements strategic shifts in how organizations perceive and leverage technology. Rob excels at identifying patterns across seemingly unrelated trends and projects, creating cohesive technology blueprints that align with overall business objectives. Throughout his leadership journey, Rob consistently manages a wide range of client projects simultaneously. Rob thrives on balancing multiple initiatives with tight deadlines and frequent interruptions.
Carla Anderson
Director of Operations
Carla Anderson is a builder of systems, relationships, and ideas that make things work better - for people and for communities. As Director of Operations at Akron Innovations, she helps turn big goals into practical, day-to-day action, with a focus on expanding community access to digital skills and creating real economic opportunity. Carla's path has taken her from the classroom to the IT department to the strategy table. With a background in education and legal tech, she's developed a knack for translating complex problems into clear solutions and for bringing the right people together to get things done. Whether she's leading a technology rollout or rethinking an internal process, Carla brings equal parts structure, creativity, and empathy to the work. She's endlessly curious, always looking for smarter ways to connect people with tools, ideas, and each other - and she believes that good operations should feel like momentum, not maintenance.
Nick Carrino
AI Solutions Architect
As a recent Ohio State graduate with a hard focus on AI, Nick Carrino has a passion for blending human intuition with computational power to transform raw data into actionable insights. With hands-on experience in various areas of artificial intelligence, from Bayesian modeling to speech and language processing, he brings a versatile skill set grounded in both Computer Science and Statistics. Nick leverages his expertise to engineer robust, data-driven software solutions that inform strategic decisions and advance innovation.
Miranda Fothergill-Shoup
Business Analyst/Executive Assistant
Miranda Fothergill-Shoup earned her MBA at Kent State University and specializes in human resources and executive administration. She brings an array of experience including talent acquisition, performance evaluation, event planning, policy compliance, marketing, and client intake. Miranda is incredibly detail-oriented and takes pride in her ability to adapt and willingness to learn new skillsets.
Jayce Heran
Principal AI Architect
Jayce Heran is a dedicated Cloud Architect with a passion for transforming complex cloud landscapes in the financial services sector. With a knack for simplifying the intricate world of cloud security and architecture, Jayce brings a wealth of experience in tools like Terraform, Kubernetes, and Microsoft Azure. Known for his collaborative spirit and innovative mindset, Jayce thrives on automating processes and enhancing operational efficiency, making cloud transitions smooth and effective. Jayce enjoys pushing the boundaries of technology with a focus on AI and DevOps, always eager to embrace the latest trends and tackle new challenges.
Seth Lyons
Principal Solutions Architect
With over a decade of experience in software development, Seth specializes in designing and building scalable, high-performance applications. Over the years, he has led multiple development teams, fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and mentoring team members to enhance efficiency and technical excellence. As Principal Solutions Architect, Seth focuses on delivering robust technical solutions that align with business goals, ensuring seamless integration and long-term success. His expertise spans architecture design, software engineering best practices, and leadership in complex development projects.