Human First AI
We build practical, secure AI solutions that give teams back their most precious resource—time—so they can focus on the work only humans can do.
How did we get here? Glad you asked.
Mostly Serious opens its doors on October 10th, 2010, designing and developing complex web and software projects that win national awards and plenty of happy clients.
We start quietly weaving early machine‑learning tools into our own workflows—faster QA, smarter content audits.
ChatGPT launches. We go all‑in, rolling it out, with training, to every employee.
Since going all in with AI we’re 33% leaner with 2X revenue
MSAI is born. We package the playbook that transformed our agency and share it with organizations everywhere.
Why We Exist
Work keeps evolving. We don’t see AI as the end of meaningful work—we see it as a chance to make it better. Human-First AI means escaping inbox chaos, thinking deeper, and doing more of what matters most. We're builders, strategists, and cautious optimists, working toward a future where technology frees people to do their best, most human work.
Our Principles
✦ People before platforms
✦ Practical beats hype
✦ Security is non‑negotiable
✦ Measure everything
✦ Share the playbook
CEO
Jarad Johnson
Early adopter of every shiny new tool. Used GPTs before they could make coherent sentences. Keeps the optimism in full supply.
PRESIDENT
Dr. Spencer Harris
Wrote a PhD dissertation on the dangers of AI before it was trendy. Provides the healthy skepticism that keeps us grounded.
DIRECTOR OF CONSULTING OPS
Paige Oxendine
Expert trainer and former AI skeptic whose iPhone is always too many versions behind. She claims that if she can master GenAI, so can your team.
Industries We Serve Most Often
Healthcare
Finance & Accounting
Utilities
Manufacturing
…and nearly every other sector where secure, compliant AI can move the needle.