As the CEO of Metal Toad, I’m thrilled to announce that we’ve achieved the AWS GenAI Competency, a distinction that recognizes our deep expertise in generative AI solutions and places us in an elite group of AWS Partners. This milestone reflects the dedication, skill, and passion of our team and our commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions that transform industries and enhance customer experiences.
This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the visionary leadership of Nathan Wilkerson, our VP of Engineering, and the specialized expertise of David Dolan, our Machine Learning SME and Tech Lead. Their combined efforts and technical acumen have been instrumental in securing this competency. Nathan’s leadership has guided us to build a strong foundation in AI and cloud solutions, while David’s deep understanding of machine learning has ensured we stay at the forefront of generative AI capabilities, enabling us to provide exceptional value to our clients.
A Journey Built on AWS Competencies
With our longstanding AWS Competencies in Machine Learning, SaaS Applications, and Advertising Technology, the AWS GenAI Competency adds an exciting new dimension to Metal Toad’s service offerings. These competencies aren’t just badges for us; they signify our commitment to delivering transformative cloud-based solutions in data, AI, and machine learning — an ecosystem cultivated by our AWS-certified experts. This latest achievement underscores our expertise and readiness to empower our clients with AI-driven innovation.
What This Means for Metal Toad and Our Clients
Our new AWS GenAI Competency recognizing our ability to design, deploy, and scale advanced AI models using AWS technology like Bedrock that generate original content, offer powerful insights, and create personalized experiences. This competency expands the impact we can have across industries, helping our clients navigate the generative AI landscape with greater ease and potential for growth.
Metal Toad has long been known for developing award-winning, consumer-facing applications for brands like Sony, Daimler, DC Comics, and the GRAMMYs. With the addition of the GenAI Competency, we are even better positioned to support our clients in reaching new audiences, enhancing engagement, and gaining a competitive edge.
Enabling Creativity, Efficiency, and Scalability Through GenAI
Thanks to the AWS GenAI Competency, we’re equipped to deliver AI-driven solutions like content generation, intelligent chatbots, and personalized recommendations that can scale seamlessly on AWS infrastructure. Our enhanced capabilities, led by our expert team empower us to take on complex projects, from app development to data architecture, migration, and DevOps.
For our clients, this means accelerated innovation and operational efficiency. Whether it’s leveraging AI-generated content tailored to user preferences or enhancing customer support with AI-driven insights, our solutions enable faster response times, improved service, and meaningful customer connections.
Staying True to Our Mission and Values
At Metal Toad, this competency isn’t just a new badge; it represents our mission to help people by building solutions that create real value. Our core values — Respect, Curiosity, Helping, Creating Great Experiences, and Providing Value — are woven into everything we do. With the AWS GenAI Competency, we’re more equipped than ever to uphold these values and build solutions that are ethical, human-centered, and impactful.
Looking Ahead: Empowering the Future with AWS and Metal Toad
With teams across North America and Brazil, we’re proud to serve a diverse global client base. This GenAI Competency enhances our ability to support these clients around the clock with the latest in AI and cloud technology, further solidifying our reputation as a leading AWS Consulting Partner.
Thank you to our clients, partners, and team members for your continued trust. We’re excited to embark on this new chapter with AWS and to continue pushing the boundaries of generative AI to build the future of digital innovation.