Clarifai at PyTorch Conference 2025

Dr. Matthew Zeiler, founder and CEO of Clarifai, is a machine learning Ph.D. and thought leader pioneering the field of applied artificial intelligence (AI). Matt’s groundbreaking research in computer vision alongside renowned machine learning experts Geoff Hinton and Yann LeCun has propelled the image recognition industry from theory to real-world application. Since starting Clarifai in 2013, Matt has evolved his award-winning research into developer-friendly products that allow enterprises to integrate AI quickly and seamlessly into their workflows and customer experiences.

Rob Spectre recently joined Clarifai as Developer Advisor, where he is focused on growing and supporting the global developer community building with our platform. With extensive experience in developer relations and community strategy, Rob is helping Clarifai make it easier for developers to experiment, deploy, and scale AI applications using our cutting-edge tools from model orchestration to agentic AI.

Dr. Michael Gormish is a Clarifai Fellow and former Vice President of Research, bringing over seven years of leadership in advancing deep learning and computer vision technologies. At Clarifai, he has led groundbreaking work in image classification, object detection, face recognition, and natural language processing. Based in Redwood City, California, Dr. Gormish continues to drive innovation in AI research, making powerful machine learning accessible and efficient for developers and enterprises alike.

Arman Kizilkale is the Director of Platform Research at Clarifai, where he leads advancements in AI research and development. With a strong foundation in control theory and systems engineering, Arman has contributed to numerous publications in the field. At Clarifai, he plays a pivotal role in enhancing the company's AI capabilities, focusing on efficient model deployment and optimization. His expertise continues to drive innovation and excellence within the organization.