Wilmington, DE — January 28, 2026 — Diamond Technologies, a leading technology consulting and managed services provider, today announced a strategic partnership with the First State AI Institute (FSAII) at the University of Delaware, collaborating across multiple initiatives designed to strengthen Delaware's AI ecosystem and prepare the next generation of technology professionals.

The partnership includes contributing real-world case studies for FSAII's Research Software Engineer (RSE) training program, serving as presenting sponsor of the First State AI Summit on June 3rd, and providing an industry expert judge for the Ignite AI Challenge University of Delaware competition.

"Our customers aren't looking for AI hype—they're looking for outcomes," said Greg Ballance, CEO of Diamond Technologies. "This partnership allows us to pair real-world business experience with advanced AI research so organizations can adopt AI in ways that are responsible and genuinely useful. Together with the First State AI Institute, we're focused on turning innovation into impact."

The First State AI Institute is an interdisciplinary center dedicated to advancing AI research, education, and real-world applications. Its work spans machine learning, natural language processing, data governance, and emerging AI frameworks, with a strong emphasis on ethical and responsible AI deployment.

Through the RSE training program, Diamond Technologies will provide case studies drawn from authentic business challenges, giving students hands-on experience applying AI and machine learning techniques in practical contexts. The firm's participation as an industry judge in the Ignite AI Challenge will help evaluate projects through a professional lens, offering feedback that bridges academic learning and workforce readiness.

"Partnerships like this are essential to our mission," said Sunita Chandrasekaran, Director of the First State AI Institute. "Diamond Technologies understands that building a strong AI ecosystem means connecting students and research to real-world challenges: to solving actual industry problems. Their commitment reflects the kind of engaged partnership that will help Delaware lead in AI."

As organizations across industries face accelerating digital transformation, Diamond has seen growing demand for practical, secure, and responsible AI solutions that deliver real operational value. This partnership strengthens Diamond's ability to help clients identify, design, and deploy AI-enabled capabilities aligned with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and organizational priorities.

This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to helping Delaware organizations navigate emerging technologies, combining Diamond's practical expertise with FSAII's vision of shaping AI's future through research, education, and industry engagement.

About Diamond Technologies 

Diamond Technologies is a Mid-Atlantic–based technology consulting and managed services firm that helps organizations thrive by making technology invisible. For nearly 30 years, Diamond has partnered with public- and private-sector organizations to deliver secure, reliable, and forward-looking IT solutions aligned with business goals and long-term strategy.

About the First State AI Institute

The First State AI Institute at the University of Delaware coordinates AI research, education, operations, and ethics initiatives across the state. Through partnerships with industry, government, and educational institutions, FSAII works to build Delaware's AI ecosystem and ensure its benefits reach all Delawareans. Learn more at first-state-ai.udel.edu.

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