TI CEO Dave Mayer named as Colorado AI VIP

Written By Sonya Hausafus

Colorado AI VIP: Dave Mayer, connector of people and community builder extraordinaire

We are thrilled to announce that Dave Mayer, founder and CEO of Technical Integrity, has been honored as the latest "Colorado AI VIP" by Colorado AI News. This accolade recognizes Dave's unwavering commitment to building executive, engineering, product and sales teams through the lens of technical acumen and cultural alignment. 

For 15 years, Technical Integrity has been a trusted partner in building high-performing teams across the tech industry. Most recently, we have developed a strong specialization in AI, not only by connecting top AI talent with pioneering companies but also by actively fostering community growth and collaboration within the AI ecosystem. With a strong mix of startups, established companies, and research institutions, this region fosters a uniquely collaborative tech environment. Events like the DenAI Summit and Denver Startup Week have helped put Colorado on the map as a key player in AI advancement.

At Technical Integrity, we actively contribute to this community by supporting and participating in local AI-focused organizations, including:

  • AI Builders: A community that organizes meetups and showcases impressive AI products being developed in Colorado.

  • Rocky Mountain AI Interest Group (RMAIIG): A group dedicated to fostering discussions on the latest AI developments and generative AI tools. 

  • Women in AI Colorado: A community that supports and connects women professionals, entrepreneurs, and researchers in the AI space. 

Dave Mayer's recognition as a Colorado AI VIP underscores our dedication to excellence in the AI community. We look forward to continuing our mission of building exceptional teams that drive AI innovation while upholding the highest standards of integrity. Drop us a line if we can help you scale your AI team. Certainly, If you’re an AI engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to work with a forward-thinking team, we have a current role open! Check out our jobs page.

Sonya Hausafus
Sonya is a seasoned startup veteran with deep expertise in leadership, sales, marketing, business strategy, and community development.

Sonya Hausafus brings 25 years of experience to her role as Head of Community and Business Development at Technical Integrity. She combines a proven track record of scaling high-growth organizations with her passion for building organizations through a cultural lens.

In her current role at Technical Integrity, Sonya spearheads business development initiatives to expand the firm's reach and impact. In addition, she leverages her relationship management, sales, and marketing expertise to generate new opportunities, foster connections, and establish partnerships across startup ecosystems.

Sonya has served as a top marketing executive at seven startups, including her role as VP of Marketing at Techstars, where she oversaw the global expansion of accelerator programs across five continents in partnership with brands like Disney, Ford, and Amazon. She’s also the founder of Root to Rise Consulting and Brand Blast Communications, blending leadership coaching and business strategy to help individuals and organizations thrive. As an active coach, advisor and mentor, Sonya is co-organizer of The Conscious Entrepreneur Summit and past president of The Grief Support Network.

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