A visionary technology leader with more than two and a half decades of experience, Shaun McLean has established himself as a prominent figure in the artificial intelligence and technology sector. His career is marked by a consistent ability to identify and capitalise on transformative technological trends
Current Leadership: As the Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Cognitive Creators, McLean leads a team dedicated to implementing AI solutions that deliver tangible ROI and drive business efficiency. His company focuses on guiding businesses through the AI transformation, which he believes will be the most impactful technological shift in human history.
Prior to founding Cognitive Creators, McLean served as Head of Products at PMY Group from 2022 to 2024, where he spearheaded the development of OPTIC, an AI-powered computer vision platform. In this role, he managed global teams and implemented state-of-the-art computer vision models for patron analytics
McLean's entrepreneurial spirit is evident in his various ventures. From 2015 to 2022, he ran Disruptive Technologies Global, providing strategic consulting services. He was also an early pioneer in cryptocurrency, having begun Bitcoin mining in 2012. His involvement in the crypto space included a significant role as an investor and consultant at CloudHashing (later acquired by Peernova), where he helped generate over $20 million in revenue through innovative bitcoin mining contracts
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