About

Who is behind AI Solutions

AI Solutions is the independent practice of Ștefan Rusu: a small team built around a specialist who has delivered AI in some of Europe's most demanding institutions.

Ștefan Rusu, founder of AI Solutions
600+ EU professionals trained on safe and responsible Artificial Intelligence use at work.
Credentials

The facts, briefly

  • PhD in finance and artificial intelligence, graduated Summa Cum Laude.
  • Graduate of the INSEAD Innovation and AI programme.
  • Aspen Young Leaders Fellow.
  • Trainer since 2016. Over 600 EU professionals trained in safe and responsible AI use at work.
  • Forbes 30 under 30, Honorable Mention (2025).
  • Speaker at conferences and panels on applied AI.

He was part of the European Central Bank's Digital Transformation and AI Programme, contributing to large-scale AI solutions, operational chatbots, and the training of more than 400 experts.

The training programmes were delivered during the founder’s time working at the European Central Bank. This does not necessarily constitute a public endorsement of AI Solutions or its services by the European Central Bank.

Public speaking

On stage, about applied AI

Ștefan speaks at conferences and panels on applied AI, including in banking and finance.

Ștefan Rusu on stage with the other members of the Next-Gen AI panel
The "Next-Gen AI: Shaping the Future of Digital Banking" panel, alongside leaders from Eurobank and Aion Bank.
How the practice works

Principles

We practise what we teach

We use AI every day, on real tasks, exactly as we recommend it to clients. What we teach comes from our day-to-day practice, not from theory.

AI is a tool, not a goal

AI is a means for the organisation to reach its objectives, not a box to tick for appearances. We implement it where it delivers real value, not blindly and not for the sake of the technology.

Realistic, beyond the hype

We are honest about what AI can and cannot do. We don't chase every wave of hype; we recommend only what works and can be measured.

Safety before everything

Our practice comes from regulated institutions, where mistakes have real consequences. That is why chatbot responses are pre-validated, pilots run in controlled environments, and adoption is measured one month after each programme.

Organisations we work with

  • Medisprof Cancer Center
  • ADR Nord-Vest
  • FSEGA, Babeș-Bolyai University
  • Babeș-Bolyai University
  • FSE, University of Oradea
  • University of Oradea

Want to talk directly?

The first step is always a 30 to 60 minute conversation, no obligation. You speak directly with Ștefan.

Book a discovery call

30–60 min. No obligation. You leave with concrete recommendations.