Pat Gelsinger Joins Gloo as Head of Tech and Exec Chairman

Former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger has joined Gloo, a Boulder, Colorado-based firm that offers technology tools to Christian churches and faith groups, as head of technology and executive chairman. Gelsinger will oversee Gloo's AI tools, including virtual assistants and chatbots, and help develop a "safe search" option with answers grounded in the Christian Bible. He previously served on Gloo's board since 2018 and has a background in expanding church membership in the San Francisco Bay area.

Pat Gelsinger, the former CEO of Intel, has joined forces with Gloo, a Boulder, Colorado-based technology firm catering to Christian churches and faith groups [1]. In his new role as head of technology and executive chairman, Gelsinger will oversee the development and implementation of Gloo's AI tools, including virtual assistants and chatbots [2].

One of the primary reasons for Gelsinger's decision to adopt DeepSeek, an AI platform, at Gloo is its potential to drive down costs significantly [2]. According to Gelsinger, DeepSeek's solutions can be delivered at 10 to 50 times lower costs compared to competitors, making it a more viable option for Gloo [2].

Gelsinger's endorsement of DeepSeek reflects a growing shift in the AI landscape, with more industry leaders aligning with Elon Musk's vision of market expansion and innovation in artificial intelligence [2]. This move underscores the potential of DeepSeek to disrupt the AI market and offer more cost-effective solutions for businesses.

As Gloo continues to grow and expand its offerings, Gelsinger's expertise in expanding church membership in the San Francisco Bay area will undoubtedly prove invaluable [1]. With the help of DeepSeek's AI tools, Gloo aims to provide churches and faith groups with innovative technology solutions that enhance their spiritual experiences and foster greater engagement.

References:
[1] TechCrunch. (2025, January 27). Former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger is already using DeepSeek instead of OpenAI at his startup Gloo. https://techcrunch.com/2025/01/27/former-intel-ceo-pat-gelsinger-is-already-using-deepseek-instead-of-openai-at-his-startup-gloo/
[2] DeepNewz. (2022, November 2). Former Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger adopts DeepSeek at Gloo, citing 10-50x lower cost. https://deepnewz.com/ai-products/former-intel-ceo-pat-gelsinger-adopts-deepseek-gloo-citing-10-50x-lower-cost-to-271c883e