Jerrell Taylor

Jerrell Taylor is an experienced professional in AI strategy and product management, currently serving as an AI Strategist at Distyl AI since 2025. Previously, Jerrell co-founded Centauru AI, focusing on identifying technology and AI risks in mid-market tech deals, and held the position of Senior Product Manager at Toptal, collaborating with Fortune 500 companies on product and AI strategies. Jerrell also served as an advisor for product strategy at Verde Finance and as the Chief Product Officer at Open Souls, developing tools for creating human-like AI characters. Additional roles include participation in On Deck and Reforge fellowships, and product positions at notable companies such as Google and Robinhood. Jerrell holds a Bachelor of Arts in English-Creative Writing, with a minor in Technical Communications, from the University of North Texas.