Clay is the co-founder of Digital FastForward. He has spent most of his career helping leaders build and execute strategies around new disruptive technologies. Formerly with Forrester Research, a leading market research firm, Clay oversaw research and client advisory projects focused on digital innovation, digital automation, design thinking, and lean startup practices. Clay is a frequent keynote speaker at digital innovation events and conferences.

As co-founder of Digital FastForward, Cornelius specializes in helping clients apply creative thinking to complex technology challenges. He is a thought leader on emerging technologies, including robotic automation, machine learning, internet-of-things, and responsive-web development. Cornelius has worked for several leading software vendors, including Pegaystems, as an executive-level solutions architect, helping numerous Fortune 100 companies achieve their digital aspirations.