The People Behind the Learning
We believe the best learning starts with great people. At IYKYK Education, we're educators, technologists, and creatives who care deeply about making training engaging, effective, and actually enjoyable.
Every great company starts with a spark.
We saw that too many learning experiences were generic, rigid, and disconnected from the people they were meant to serve. After decades in education, Dr. Derek Skaggs and Travis Gay partnered with IYKYKnow AI—a collective of educators, technologists, and designers—driven to make learning inspiring, not just instructional. From day one, we've built experiences that feel human, even when powered by AI—using technology to deepen connection, personalize learning, and make it more impactful. Today, we work across industries and continents, helping organizations turn training into a lasting advantage.
The People Behind Your Success
Our dedicated team of experts brings together years of experience in education technology, instructional design, and custom learning solutions.
Dr. Derek Skaggs
CEO & Co-Founder
Derek leads the strategic vision of The AI Educator Exchange and oversees curriculum development for the LMS. With over 20 years in education, he has served as a special education teacher, school transformation specialist, assistant principal, principal, and Director of Student Services.
Travis Gay, EdS
Educational Consultant
Travis brings 20 years of experience in education, including roles as a special education teacher, assistant principal, principal, and Director of Student Services. He creates engaging training materials that strengthen AI literacy and support educator development.
Leah Patterson
Educational Consultant
Leah has over 15 years of experience teaching students with disabilities. She designs inclusive, virtual learning experiences for children, with a focus on accessibility, critical thinking, and alignment with educational standards.
Victoria Lynn
Educational Consultant
Victoria has 15+ years of experience as a teacher, academic coach, tech coach, assistant principal, and principal. She develops creative virtual learning experiences for adults and children, emphasizing innovation and responsible AI integration in education.
John Marshall
Architect of AI Development & Integration
John leads the technical development and system integration of the LMS. He specializes in Python, C++, and Java, building scalable machine learning tools and ensuring a seamless user experience.
Eric Sanchez
Chief Research Officer
Eric conducts research to advance AI applications in educator training. With expertise in Python, JavaScript, React, and more, he drives innovation by translating cutting-edge technologies into practical, educator-focused solutions.
Chuck Hernandez
Chief Technology Officer
Chuck brings extensive experience in AI solution development, scalable system architectures, and strategic partnerships. As CTO of IYKYKnow.ai, he leads AI/ML model development, designs enterprise-grade integrations, and mentors high-performing teams to deliver impactful, production-ready AI products.
George Zoitas
Advisor & Co-Founder
George brings over 25 years of leadership in the retail supermarket industry, transforming traditional operations with AI-driven systems and community-focused innovation. As CEO of Westside Market NYC and Co-Founder of Zoibel.io, he guides strategic decision-making, ethical AI integration, and smart city solutions to elevate customer experiences and operational excellence.
Jason Kang
Chief Operating Officer
Jason brings deep expertise in operations management, fund allocation, and brand strategy across retail and technology sectors. As COO of IYKYKnow.ai, he streamlines workflows, optimizes resource allocation, and drives data-driven decision-making to support AI innovation and scalable growth.
Our mission is simple: help organizations turn training into a real advantage. We create personalized learning journeys that connect directly to your goals, build stronger teams, and keep people growing long after the course is done.
What Makes Us Different
A human-first approach, powered by smart tech.
Trusted by Leading Organizations
We're proud to partner with innovative organizations that share our commitment to transforming learning experiences
