About Model Mind AI
Our Mission
At Model Mind AI, our mission is to make artificial intelligence simple, strategic, and scalable for growth-focused organizations. We believe AI shouldn't be reserved for tech giants with vast resources—it should be accessible, practical, and profitable for organizations of all sizes. We empower teams with the knowledge, tools, and support they need to transform how they work, compete, and grow using AI.
Our Story
Model Mind AI was born from a deep passion for the potential of artificial intelligence to transform business. Our founder, Loren Horsager, first encountered AI in 1993 while working in the financial markets. Captivated by the possibilities, he shifted careers to explore and implement AI and machine learning models across a range of industries.
Decades later, with the rise of generative AI, Loren recognized a new challenge: most small and mid-sized companies lacked the know-how to take advantage of these powerful tools. While the technology was evolving rapidly, practical, business-driven implementation remained elusive.
Model Mind AI was founded to fill that gap.
We exist to bridge the divide between AI’s potential and real-world business results. Built on the belief that AI transformation should be approachable and results-driven, we help our clients harness AI not just for experimentation—but for real, measurable impact.
The Model Mind Difference
Personal Touch at Scale
We deliver the care and customization of a boutique consultancy with the structure and reliability of enterprise transformation. Every organization is unique—our solutions reflect that.
Outcome-Driven Strategy
We don’t lead with technology. We lead with your goals. Starting with your business objectives, we work backward to identify and implement AI solutions that create meaningful, measurable results.
Practical Innovation
We focus on what works now. No jargon, no fluff—just real-world applications of AI that your team can start using today and continue scaling tomorrow.
Loren Horsager
Founder & CEO
Loren Horsager is a tech entrepreneur and the dynamic force behind Model Mind AI, where he serves as the Founder and CEO. Drawing upon 30 years of extensive experience leading software development firms, Loren envisioned a world where AI could be harnessed to propel growth-oriented organizations forward. This led to the creation of Model Mind AI, providing hands-on, interactive training by our team of AI experts on tools such as ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot.
Loren's career spans across various industries, from Fortune 500 banks to nimble small and mid-sized companies. His innovative spirit is reflected in the many successful products he has developed and startups he has grown over the years.
Holding a B.S. in Economics from the University of Minnesota, Loren combines his robust technical acumen with economic insights to develop solutions that not only cater to technological needs, but also consider the broader economic impacts. As a passionate innovator and dedicated leader, Loren continues to revolutionize the AI landscape, one business at a time.
Cara Backes
COO and Community Manager
Cara Backes has spent over 20 years leading operations in fast-moving companies, helping teams scale, evolve, and thrive through change. Her strength lies in connecting people to process and finding better ways to get things done.
She believes that finding the right person for a role matters more than any specific skill set, and that feedback, growth, and flexibility should be built into the day-to-day. She’s known for being approachable, upbeat, and decisive. She listens well, acts quickly, and genuinely cares how people feel at work, because that’s what makes performance sustainable.
Cara is delighted to be part of the team at Model Mind, where her passion for people, process, and the possibilities of AI come together. Whether she’s improving a workflow, untangling a people issue, or helping a team grow, she brings energy, heart, and a deep understanding of how to get things done.
Angela Schultz
Curriculum Development and Training
Angela Schultz leads AI training and enablement at Model Mind AI, where she designs and delivers hands-on, high-impact learning experiences that help teams confidently integrate AI into their everyday operations. She brings over 25 years of experience in education and curriculum leadership to her role, combining a deep understanding of how people learn with forward-thinking, real-world AI integration. She is known for her ability to break down complex concepts, spark curiosity, and build learning experiences that are both relevant and lasting.
Angela’s strength lies in meeting learners where they are—whether in classrooms, boardrooms, or online—and guiding them toward meaningful, lasting growth. She sees AI not just as a tool, but as a mindset shift—and she’s here to help others embrace that shift with purpose, momentum, and a clear path to impact.