Sadi Evren SEKER

AI Strategy Expert | LLM | AI Economics | Emerging Markets | Professor & Founder

Dallas, Texas, United States

About

New Account, because main account reached limit. Data Scientist and Creator of Automated Machine Learning Engines : OptiScorer, OptiMatcher and OptiSegment under the company OptiWisdom Inc. Enthusiast of Responsible AI, including AutoML, Explainable AI (XAI), adaptive, intractable and transparent AI. Experienced Academician, Postdoctoral Researcher with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. Skilled in Computer Science, Lecturing, Databases, Data Science, and Algorithms. Strong research professional with a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) focused in Computer Science. Enthusiastic explorer of cultures, worked in 6 countries.

Experience

  • OptiWisdom (Full-time · 8 yrs 6 mos)
    • Chief Executive Officer
      Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

      • Spearheaded the development of tailor-made AI solutions, enhancing product offerings and client satisfaction. • Oversaw finance and sales operations, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and operational efficiency. • Led AI transformation initiatives, focusing on responsible and explainable AI practices to foster ethical standards.

    • Founder
      Jan 2023 - Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 10 mos

      As the Founder and CEO of Optiwisdom, I lead our innovative efforts in developing cutting-edge AI-driven SaaS solutions tailored for SMEs. At Optiwisdom, we specialize in intelligent decision-making, data analytics, and automation technologies that empower businesses to optimize their processes and enhance performance. My role involves overseeing strategic planning, product development, and client relations, ensuring our solutions align seamlessly with market needs. Through close collaboration with industry leaders and an emphasis on responsible and explainable AI practices, I strive to transform complex technology into accessible, impactful tools that drive measurable business outcomes.

    • Chief Executive Officer
      Jan 2018 - Jan 2023 · 5 yrs 1 mo

  • Professor at The University of Texas at Dallas
    Mar 2026 - Present · 4 mos

  • Founder at OnKupOn
    Jan 2025 - Present · 1 yr 6 mos

    As the Founder and Strategic Lead of the OnKupon project, I drive the vision and development of our AI-powered B2B SaaS marketplace, which offers businesses exclusive access to discounted software tools in areas such as accounting, logistics, marketing, and e-invoicing. My role involves overseeing platform architecture, partner integrations, and growth strategies to ensure seamless user experience and maximum value for SMEs. By combining domain-specific AI insights with a scalable, low-code infrastructure, OnKupon empowers companies to accelerate their digital transformation and optimize operational efficiency with minimal technical barriers.

  • Professor of Software Engineering at Halic Universitesi
    Jan 2026 - Present · 6 mos

    Adjunct Faculty of SWE , research on the edge of academia-industry and delivering commercialized solutions , consultancy and training.

  • Bilkav Education and Consultancy (Istanbul, Türkiye)
    • Founding Partner
      Jan 2023 - Present · 3 yrs 6 mos

      As the Founder and CEO of Bilkav Eğitim Danışmanlık A.Ş., I spearhead our mission to deliver advanced training and customized AI software solutions across diverse industries, including finance, telecommunications, healthcare, and retail. At Bilkav, we specialize in bridging the gap between industry-specific challenges and practical AI applications through comprehensive educational programs and cutting-edge software services. My role encompasses strategic management, educational content development, and industry collaboration, ensuring our clients benefit from state-of-the-art, responsible AI technologies designed for real-world impact and continuous professional growth.

    • Founding President
      Jan 2000 - Jan 2023 · 23 yrs 1 mo

      IT based education and consultancy. Main concentration areas: Data Science Data Mining Big Data Technology based digital management, investment and marketing Data driven reputation management Crowdsourcing and social media / networks