AI Squared Names Darren Kimura as Chief Executive Officer

WASHINGTON, March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AI Squared, a leading AI integration provider, today announced that Darren Kimura has been appointed as President and Chief Executive Officer.

Founded in 2019 by Benjamin Harvey, Ph.D., AI Squared has rapidly emerged as an industry leader, pioneering advancements in AI accessibility and integration. Under Harvey's leadership, the company has established strategic partnerships with major government agencies and Fortune 50 enterprises, driving innovation at the intersection of AI and enterprise applications. Harvey will transition into a new role focused on positioning AI Squared as a thought leader and deepening customer engagement while pursuing his next entrepreneurial venture.

"Leading AI Squared has been an incredible journey, and I am immensely proud of what our team has accomplished," said Harvey. "Darren has played a pivotal role in our success, and I have full confidence that, under his leadership, AI Squared will continue to thrive and expand its impact."

Darren Kimura brings over 25 years of experience in scaling technology companies and bridging AI with enterprise solutions. Prior to his recent appointment, Kimura joined AI Squared in 2024 as President and Chief Operating Officer and has been instrumental in shaping the company's operational growth and strategic direction. As CEO, he will focus on accelerating the company's expansion and reinforcing its commitment to delivering transformative AI solutions. Delivering proven leadership skills, Kimura also served as President and CEO of Energy Industries Corporation, Solar Power Technology, and LiveAction.  "Ben's vision and leadership have positioned AI Squared as a market leader, and I am honored to build upon that strong foundation," said Kimura. "We have an exceptional team, and I look forward to driving forward our mission of making AI more accessible and impactful for organizations worldwide."

Greg Papadopoulos, Venture Partner at NEA, an AI Squared investor, recognized Dr. Harvey's contributions: "Ben's pioneering work has shaped AI Squared into a formidable force in AI integration. His dedication and innovation have been critical to the company's success, and I look forward to seeing continued growth under Darren's leadership."

Allan Jean-Baptiste, General Partner at Ansa Capital, an AI Squared investor, added: "As Founder, Ben has been critical to building AI Squared's foundation and an important part of the company's success. Darren's transition to CEO marks an exciting new chapter for the company, and we look forward to AI Squared's continued growth and innovation."

AI Squared remains committed to advancing AI adoption and empowering organizations with cutting-edge technology. Under Kimura's leadership, the company looks forward to accelerating its impact and expanding its reach across industries.

About AI Squared

AI Squared helps large organizations seamlessly integrate AI where work happens. Through our SaaS and on-premises platforms, we combine data sources with advanced AI/ML capabilities, embedding intelligent insights directly into business applications. Trusted by leading financial institutions, complex supply chain logistics companies, and the U.S. Department of Defense, we enable seamless collaboration between data science teams and business users—driving faster, more informed decision-making.

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