Ford Kerr
About Ford Kerr
Ford Kerr serves as the Head of AI & Automation at Soar Autism Center, where he has developed innovative AI solutions to improve operational efficiency. He has a diverse background in consulting and product management, with experience at notable firms such as Boston Consulting Group and Clarify Health Solutions.
Work at Soar Autism Center
Ford Kerr serves as the Head of AI & Automation at Soar Autism Center since 2024, contributing to the organization for 8 months. In this role, he developed a custom Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipeline utilizing OpenAI embeddings, Langchain, FAISS, and Google Cloud Functions. This initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency within the center. Additionally, he has been an Advisor to the CEO since 2021, providing strategic insights for 3 years. Previously, he worked as a Contractor at the center from 2023 to 2024, where he implemented a Python-based scheduling algorithm designed to optimize clinical quality, client experience, and employee satisfaction.
Education and Expertise
Ford Kerr holds a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Colorado College, where he studied from 2003 to 2007. He furthered his education at The Wharton School, earning an MBA in Health Care Management & Entrepreneurship from 2013 to 2015. His academic background supports his expertise in deploying generative AI solutions tailored to specific employee roles, focusing on operational, HR, and clinical applications at Soar Autism Center.
Previous Experience at Boston Consulting Group
Ford Kerr worked at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) in various capacities. He served as a Consultant in the Health Practice from 2015 to 2017, followed by a role as Project Leader from 2017 to 2018. Both positions were based in the Greater New York City Area, where he contributed to strategic consulting projects within the healthcare sector.
Career at Clarify Health Solutions
At Clarify Health Solutions, Ford Kerr held multiple positions from 2018 to 2023. He began as Director of Customer Impact, then transitioned to Senior Director of Strategic Accounts, and ultimately served as Vice President of Product Management. His tenure at Clarify Health Solutions spanned three years, during which he focused on enhancing product offerings and customer engagement strategies.
Early Career and Internships
Ford Kerr's early career includes various roles that provided foundational experience in different sectors. He co-founded Fitly, serving as CFO from 2013 to 2014. He also interned at the Foundation for Sustainable Development in La Plata, Argentina, from 2008 to 2009, and worked as a Loan Officer at Entre Todos Asoc. Civil in Buenos Aires from 2009 to 2010. His internship at Greenwich Associates as a Research Associate Intern in 2007 further contributed to his professional development.