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How This Professional Poker Player Became an AI Pioneer [Video]

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For the latest episode of The Founder CEO, I spoke with Sergio Suarez Jr., CEO and founder of Tackle AI, an emerging force in the artificial intelligence space. What stood out in our conversation wasn’t just Sergio’s technical expertise but his journey—one driven by an insatiable curiosity, a supportive family, and a relentless desire to solve complex problems.

Betting Big on an Unconventional Path

Sergio Suarez Jr.’s journey began with a simple fascination: a love for building things. Growing up in a family with a strong work ethic, Sergio was exposed to entrepreneurship early. His father, who ran a heating and air conditioning business, trusted Sergio with handling finances and payroll as a teenager, igniting his knack for problem-solving and business management. It’s not just about the numbers; it’s about finding innovative ways to make things work better.

Interestingly, Sergio didn’t follow a conventional path. From playing poker professionally for eight years to working in the …

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