PLAYER ROSTER / THE HUMANS

The humans behind the collective.

We are Springfield volunteers working to make AI more understandable, useful, open, and connected to the people it affects.

LOCAL NODE ACTIVESpringfield, Missouri · 417

PLAYER ROSTER / CHAPTER LEADS

People building the room.

The collective is volunteer-led and community-powered. Find us at a gathering, bring a question, and help shape what this becomes.

  • Chad Boyd

    Chapter Co-Lead

    Chad Boyd

    Chad is the founder of Scaile Agency, where he helps small and midsize businesses solve real operational problems with reliable AI agents and automation. He brings a builder's focus to the Collective—turning emerging tools into practical systems that help local teams move faster and scale smarter.

  • Tyler Drenon

    Chapter Co-Lead

    Tyler Drenon

    Tyler is a technology strategist and co-founder who helps organizations make sense of emerging technology. At the Collective, he brings a clear-eyed, data-first perspective—matching AI and machine learning tools to the problem instead of chasing hype.

  • Jeremy Adams

    Chapter Co-Lead

    Jeremy Adams

    Jeremy is a creator, builder, and humanitarian working at the intersection of technology, storytelling, and community impact. As founder and director of Our Children International, he pairs more than 25 years in digital strategy, web development, and creative work with a human-centered approach to AI.

NEXT GATHERING / REGISTRATION OPEN

Meet the team in the room, not just on a screen.

Join us for live demos, honest conversation, and the people building with AI in Springfield.

When
Third Thursday · 6:00 PM
RSVP for Third Thursday