About Us
Cleveland's father-son team bringing AI innovation to local businesses
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.
That commitment isn't just words. Our most recent project, Zane's Watch, is a free, anonymous, bilingual reporting tool we built pro bono to help Cuyahoga County residents report suspected dog fighting — built in memory of our family's dog Zane, a bait-dog survivor rescued by Cleveland Police.
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.
Ready to Work Together?
Tell us what's slowing your business down. We'll show you where AI fits — and where it doesn't.
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