Built by Restaurant Owners,
For Restaurant Owners
At Genkins Forge, we understand the unique challenges of the service industry because we've lived them. Our innovative technology solutions are crafted with real-world experience and battle-tested expertise.
Our Mission
"It's not about the technology. It's about empowering people to solve problems."
We believe that technology should serve people, not the other way around. Every solution we create is designed to eliminate pain points, streamline operations, and empower teams to focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional experiences to customers.
The Genkins Forge Story
Born from Real-World Experience
Genkins Forge emerged from a simple observation: the technology solutions available to restaurants and service businesses were often built by people who had never worked a dinner rush, never dealt with compliance audits, or never had to train staff on complex systems during peak hours.
Founded in October 2024, our company represents a paradigm shift in hospitality technology. We combine deep industry knowledge with cutting-edge technological expertise to create solutions that actually work in the real world – not just in corporate boardrooms or development labs.
Our flagship products, including the GenOpti ID verification system and BiteLine customer intelligence platform, are testament to our philosophy: sophisticated technology made simple, accessible, and genuinely useful for the people who matter most – the teams on the front lines.
What Sets Us Apart
Industry Insider Perspective
Built by people who understand restaurant operations intimately
Rapid Innovation Cycle
Agile development with real-world testing and feedback
Partnership Mindset
We're not just vendors – we're strategic partners in your success
Enterprise-Grade Security
PCI compliance and data protection built into every solution
Meet Our Founder
Jared Cluff
Founder & Operations Leader
📞 615-829-6667
📧 info@genkinsforge.com
📍 Nashville, TN
Visionary Leader & Technology Pioneer
Jared Cluff brings an extraordinary combination of technical expertise and real-world business acumen to Genkins Forge. With over 25 years of experience in information systems and enterprise technology, he has witnessed firsthand the evolution of business technology from the early days of the internet to today's AI-driven solutions.
Professional Expertise
- • 25+ years in Information Systems
- • Enterprise Infrastructure Architecture
- • DevOps & Site Reliability Engineering
- • AI/ML Implementation & Strategy
- • PCI Compliance & Security
- • Cloud & Kubernetes Orchestration
Leadership Philosophy
- • People Leader & Team Builder
- • AI Enthusiast & Innovation Driver
- • Results-Oriented Problem Solver
- • Customer-Centric Approach
- • Continuous Learning Advocate
- • Community Service Minded
Proven Track Record of Innovation
Enterprise Achievements
- • Managed global teams across 3 continents
- • Supported 24,000+ enterprise servers
- • Reduced operational costs by $2M+
- • Achieved 99.999% uptime infrastructure
- • Led PCI compliance initiatives
Current Innovations
- • AI-driven Knowledge Management
- • Voice Ordering Systems (Twilio/OpenAI)
- • IoT Development (Raspberry Pi)
- • Vector Database Management
- • Agentic AI Development
Beyond Technology
A former Reserve Police Officer and passionate community member, Jared understands that technology is only as good as the people who use it. His diverse background in public service, combined with his love for creative writing, tabletop RPGs, and restaurant management, gives him a unique perspective on building solutions that truly serve people's needs.
Cutting-Edge Technology Stack
Our solutions leverage the latest in AI, cloud computing, and enterprise-grade infrastructure to deliver unparalleled performance and reliability.
AI & Machine Learning
- • Agentic AI Development (CrewAI, PydanticAI)
- • Vector Database Management (QDrant, PostgresVDB)
- • Natural Language Processing
- • Computer Vision & Pattern Recognition
- • Predictive Analytics & Forecasting
Cloud & Infrastructure
- • Docker & Kubernetes Orchestration
- • AWS/Azure Multi-Cloud Architecture
- • Microservices & API Design
- • Auto-scaling & Load Balancing
- • Enterprise Security & Compliance
Development & Automation
- • Python & Modern Web Frameworks
- • CI/CD Pipeline Automation
- • IoT & Hardware Integration
- • API-First Architecture
- • Real-time Data Processing
Our Core Values
Customer Obsession
Every decision starts with understanding our customers' real needs and challenges.
Relentless Innovation
We constantly push boundaries to create solutions that didn't exist yesterday.
Authentic Partnership
We build genuine relationships based on trust, transparency, and mutual success.
Unwavering Integrity
We do the right thing, even when no one is watching, especially with data and privacy.
Open Source Commitment
We believe in giving back to the developer community that has enabled our success. Many of our core technologies are available as open source projects.
GenOpti OS
The complete operating system and hardware integration layer that powers our ID verification devices. Built on Linux with custom Python applications for maximum reliability and security.
FlowForge
A powerful workflow automation and business process management platform designed specifically for restaurant and service industry operations. Integrates with modern POS and management systems.
Let's Build Something Amazing Together
Ready to transform your restaurant or service business with technology that actually works? We'd love to hear about your challenges and explore how we can help.
Get in Touch
Location
Nashville, TN
Phone
615-829-6667
info@genkinsforge.com