Patrick Rooney is a AI Product Manager at Hanover Research, where he's spent 12 years honing his expertise in market research and AI implementation. With a PhD in Philosophy and a background in cognitive science, Patrick brings a unique blend of analytical thinking and human-centered design to AI solutions. He's been instrumental in developing HIVE, Hanover's proprietary AI-powered research tool built on Azure OpenAI Service. Patrick's approach combines deep technical knowledge with a keen understanding of user needs, enabling him to guide organizations through the complexities of AI adoption. His experience spans from vetting third-party AI platforms to overseeing the development of custom AI tools, always with an eye on maximizing ROI and user adoption. Patrick's passion lies in making AI accessible and actionable for businesses across various sectors.

Specialties:

• AI strategy development and implementation
• Workflow optimization using AI tools
• Custom AI solution design (build vs. buy consulting)
• AI adoption and change management
• ROI analysis for AI investments
• AI-powered research process enhancement
• Training and documentation for AI tools
• AI use case identification and prioritization

Select Accomplishments:

• Led the development of HIVE, an AI-powered research tool that accelerated insight generation by up to 10 times at Hanover Research
• Spearheaded AI tool adoption for 300+ employees across research and sales processes
• Collaborated with Neudesic to implement Azure OpenAI Service, streamlining research workflows and enhancing client insights
• Guided multiple clients through complex AI-driven internal audits and document analysis projects
• Developed and delivered comprehensive AI training programs, including live presentations and recorded demos
• Successfully navigated buy vs. build decisions for AI solutions, resulting in optimized resource allocation