About Us

Our Story

northcoast.ai started with a simple goal: help Cleveland businesses put artificial intelligence to practical use. As a father-son team, Bill and Dylan Burkey pair decades of manufacturing and operations experience with hands-on AI and web development skills to ship solutions that pay for themselves.

Based in Cleveland, we're deeply committed to our local community. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities facing businesses in our region, and we're passionate about helping them thrive in an increasingly digital and AI-driven world.

Our approach blends technical expertise with practical business acumen. We don't just implement technology for technology's sake – we focus on solutions that deliver measurable results and tangible benefits for your business.

Meet Our Team

Bill Burkey

Business Strategy & Manufacturing Expert

As a consumer industrial psychologist with decades of experience in manufacturing and business operations, Bill brings invaluable insights into process optimization and strategic implementation of AI solutions in traditional industries.

Dylan Burkey

AI Technology & Web Development Specialist

Dylan combines hands-on artificial intelligence work with modern web development, building the software and integrations that turn northcoast.ai's ideas into working tools for clients.

Our Values

Innovation

We constantly explore new technologies and approaches to deliver the most effective solutions for our clients.

Partnership

We view our clients as partners, working collaboratively to achieve shared goals and long-term success.

Results-Driven

We focus on delivering measurable outcomes that positively impact your business performance.

Local Commitment

We're proud to be part of the Cleveland community and dedicated to helping local businesses thrive.

Our Cleveland Roots

As a Cleveland-based company, we're deeply connected to our city's rich industrial heritage and excited about its emerging future as a hub for innovation and technology. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities facing businesses in our region, and we're committed to being a catalyst for growth and transformation in the local economy.

We believe that by helping Cleveland businesses use AI and modern technology well, we can contribute to a thriving, forward-looking business community that honors our city's industrial past while embracing the digital future.