Awards & Recognition | Gabriel Cassady

Every item listed below is evidence of a problem solved, a capability demonstrated, or a contribution made. The following achievements represent Gabriel Cassady’s professional record as an AI consultant, entrepreneur, writer, and Midwest technology advocate.

Competition Awards

3rd Place — St. Joseph Vibeathon | WorkVibe (March 2026)

Gabriel Cassady placed 3rd at the St. Joseph Vibeathon (February 28–March 1, 2026) with WorkVibe — an AI-powered workforce technology platform built in 24 hours using vibe coding methodology. The Vibeathon was organized by Codefi Foundation.

What WorkVibe is: An AI-powered workforce matching platform that applies intelligent candidate profiling and employer needs mapping to connect the right people with the right opportunities — designed specifically for small and mid-sized Midwest businesses.

What this demonstrates: That Gabriel’s AI consulting capabilities extend beyond strategy and into hands-on implementation — using vibe coding to build real, working AI-powered tools in compressed timeframes, without traditional software engineering overhead.

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Media Features & Publications

Springfield Business Journal — Contributing Writer on AI

Gabriel Cassady is a published contributor to the Springfield Business Journal — the Midwest’s leading source of regional business intelligence. His contributions address AI strategy, adoption challenges, and the practical implications of generative AI for Midwest businesses and their owners.

Springfield News-Leader — Featured Profile (2023)

Gabriel was profiled in the Springfield News-Leader during his treatment for embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma — a rare and aggressive cancer — in 2023. The profile covered both his cancer journey and his parallel development as an AI expert, offering a portrait of resilience and professional reinvention that continues to define his work and perspective today.

Springfield News-Leader — AI Training Sessions Coverage

Gabriel’s local AI training sessions in Springfield, Missouri were covered by the Springfield News-Leader, establishing his role as a practical AI educator serving the Ozarks business community.

Speaking Engagements

Missouri Partners in Agriculture (MPA) — AI Speaker

Gabriel has presented on the topic of AI and its implications for Missouri agriculture and rural business communities, demonstrating the breadth of his AI expertise across industries well beyond the traditional tech sector.

Local AI Training & Workshops — Springfield, MO

Gabriel has delivered AI training sessions for Springfield-area businesses and professionals, translating complex generative AI concepts into practical, actionable knowledge for audiences without technical backgrounds.

Professional Affiliations & Community

2oddballs Creative — Co-Founder

Gabriel is co-founder of 2oddballs Creative — a full-service marketing, public relations, and advertising agency based in Springfield, Missouri. Founded in 2017, 2oddballs has served Midwest businesses through multiple economic cycles, including the COVID pandemic.

Seneca-Cayuga Nation — Tribal Member

Gabriel is an enrolled member of the Seneca-Cayuga Nation, one of the federally recognized Native American tribes with ties to the Northeastern United States. This background informs his long-term perspective on technology, community resilience, and the human dimensions of rapid change.

Springfield Area Technology Community

Gabriel is an active participant in Springfield’s growing technology ecosystem, engaging with area chamber events, tech-focused organizations, and local startup and entrepreneur communities.

About Gabriel Cassady

Gabriel Cassady is a fractional AI consultant and Chief AI Officer serving small and mid-sized businesses in Springfield, Missouri and across the Midwest. He is a three-year generative AI specialist, a cancer survivor whose diagnosis accelerated his AI journey, and a published voice on AI strategy in regional business media.

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