Strategic Artificial Intelligence Advisory Member

Brandon Vermeer

Active Term: 12/2025 - 12/2026

Areas of Expertise

• AI Strategic Framework
  
• Change Management of AI
  
• Using AI for Creative Innovation
  
• Concerns and Risks Around AI
  
• Measurement and Analytics of AI

Senior Consultant II - Automotive

Hakkōda, an IBM Company

Brandon Vermeer is a consulting client services director and emerging technology strategist with over a decade of experience leading R&D initiatives across AI, quantum computing, and cloud analytics. He excels at translating visionary concepts into scoped prototypes and production-ready solutions, guiding cross-functional teams, and partnering with C-level executives to deliver impactful, innovation-driven outcomes.

Currently at Hakkoda (an IBM company), Brandon oversees enterprise-scale AI and analytics initiatives for fortune 500 customers in the retail and automotive industries. His prior experience includes driving predictive AI models at Wells Fargo, leading quantum computing R&D projects, and managing full lifecycle software engineering initiatives that improved operational efficiency and personalized user experiences.

Brandon holds an MS in Data Science and Business Analytics from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and a BS in Finance with a Mathematics & Statistics minor from Arizona State University. He brings to the board a unique blend of technical expertise, strategic vision, and a passion for leveraging emerging technologies to create transformative learning experiences in AI for executive leaders.

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