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Self-improving AI agents for customer service, now part of Zendesk

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Forethought is synonymous with AI for CX innovation. Now, as part of Zendesk, we’re bringing advanced technology to more businesses with greater scale, faster innovation, and seamless deployment across platforms.
I wasn’t deep into AI before Forethought, but joining early pushed me out of my comfort zone in the best way. It’s been fun, challenging, and exciting to grow with the space.
My voice helps shape the product in ways that benefit both customers and our team. I love working with support leaders and selling something that truly impacts how they work.
This was my first job out of college, and I’ve grown a lot—personally and professionally. The people and friendships I’ve made here are what I value most.
The people are the best part. Startups move fast, but having a supportive team makes all the difference. I’ve built real friendships and grown so much since starting here.
I get to work with great people, a product I believe in, and clients that keep things interesting—especially when we solve problems in unexpected ways.
Forethought has challenged me, supported me, and given me space to grow. I’ve never felt more motivated—or more at home.
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The team behind Forethought AI Agents by Zendesk

We’re a team of builders, operators, and customer advocates working to improve how customer service gets done. We care about practical innovation, measurable outcomes, and building products that solve the greatest CX challenges.

As part of Zendesk, we now have more reach and resources behind that work. But the mindset that got us here remains the same: stay close to customers, move with urgency, and keep raising the bar on what AI can do in service.

OUR VALUES

Our Guiding Principles

Put customers first
Act with urgency
Be unstoppable
Win as a team

 OUR Team

Builders, operators, and customer advocates shaping the future of service AI

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Deon Nicholas
Co-founder & Advisor
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Chris Manning
Director, Stanford Artificial Intelligence Laboratory
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Sami Ghoche
Co-founder & Vice President, Applied AI
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Tekedra Mawakana
Co-CEO, Waymo
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Jad Chamoun
Senior Director, Software Engineering
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Sasha Rush
Associate Professor, Cornell University
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Mitchell Hanson
Senior Director, Performance Marketing
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Al Martin
Senior Director, AI Customer Success
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Aakash Kumar
Director, AI Customer Success
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Sunny Kong
Senior Director, Product Design
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Dalton Haughey
Director, AI Sales
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Lindsay Fifield
Senior AI Strategist
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Zach Tosh
Director, Software Engineering
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Lauren Hogan
Senior Product Marketing Manager
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Jackson Wolfe
Group Product Manager
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