Case Study:
SES, VP of Artificial Intelligence Search
When SES, a climate-focused technology company, retained Parker Remick, the business was entering a critical phase in the application of artificial intelligence to complex scientific and industrial challenges. As AI became central to the company’s ability to unlock differentiated outcomes, SES required a senior AI leader capable of translating advanced research into scalable, production-ready systems.
Our Approach
Parker Remick conducted a targeted search for a VP of Artificial Intelligence, focusing on leaders with rare depth across AI/ML research, applied systems, and domain-specific problem solving. The search emphasized:
- Proven ability to move AI from experimentation into operational deployment
- Credibility with highly technical stakeholders, including research and engineering teams
- Experience operating in environments where AI outcomes directly affect core product performance
Given the scarcity of talent at this intersection, Parker Remick extended the search beyond conventional talent pools, prioritizing adjacent sectors where applied AI had already delivered measurable results.
Our placement:
KAI LIU, VP of Artificial Intelligence
Parker Remick delivered a senior AI executive with the technical authority and leadership maturity required to build and scale SES’s AI capability.
- Deep expertise in applied AI and machine learning
- Experience translating advanced models into real-world systems
- The ability to build and lead high-performing AI teams aligned to product and business goals
This appointment established a clear AI leadership function within SES, providing the structure and direction required to scale impact responsibly.
