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At Abrams and Associates Research, we believe that informed decisions are the cornerstone of success. We are a premier research and analysis consultancy dedicated to providing unparalleled insights across a diverse range of sectors, with a special focus on Artificial Intelligence.
About Dr. Karen Abrams
At Abrams and Associates Research, we believe that informed decisions are the cornerstone of success. We are a premier research and analysis consultancy dedicated to providing unparalleled insights across a diverse range of sectors in the US, the Caribbean & Guyana.
Credentials & Recognition
We are committed to delivering rigorous, ethical, and high-quality research that is tailored specifically to the unique context and complexities of the US, the Caribbean and Guyana.
How It Works
Three simple steps from first contact to your first deliverable.
Discovery Call
A free 15-minute conversation. You tell us where your district is in its AI journey. We listen.
Choose Your Engagement
We recommend the right service — or tell you that you are not ready yet and what to do first.
Get Your Deliverable
Written memo, board deck, workshop session, or ongoing advisory. Clear, actionable, and ready to use.
Services
Abrams & Associates Research offers a full spectrum of research, analysis, and strategic advisory services designed to meet your specific objectives across industries, from US, Caribbean & Guyana-focused market and policy research to AI strategy support for US K-12 school district leadership.
AI Readiness Assessment
$1,500
Before you buy anything, know where you stand. We audit your current tech stack, staff capacity, and policy gaps. You get a scored readiness report and a prioritized "do first, buy later" action plan.
AI Vendor Review
$2,500
Send us your vendor proposals. We read them, flag the risks, identify the gaps, and suggest alternatives. You get a written memo you can take straight to your board.
Board & Leadership Workshop
$3,500
A half-day session for your board and senior team. We cover what AI actually does in schools, the governance questions you need answers to, and how to evaluate vendor claims. No jargon. No sales pitch.
District AI Roadmap
$7,500
A 6-week engagement: audit your current state, interview key stakeholders, write a district-specific AI strategy, and build the board presentation deck.
Fractional AI Strategy Officer
$3,500/month
Ongoing retainer. We sit in on vendor calls, review contracts before you sign, prep your board presentations, and draft policy language.
Speaking
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Dr. Abrams speaks on AI vendor evaluation, resource-constrained ed-tech lessons, and AI governance for school boards. Keynotes, workshops, and district leadership retreats.
"A Midwest suburban district used the Vendor Review to avoid a $180,000 LMS contract that would not have integrated with their SIS. Dr. Abrams flagged the integration gap in week one and recommended two alternatives that saved the district six months of implementation pain."
Dr. Abrams saved us from buying software our teachers would have hated. Her vendor review was the best $2,500 we have spent this year.
Grounded in Doctoral Research on AI in education
Dr. Karen Abrams earned her doctorate from the University of Florida, specializing in educational technology and artificial intelligence in K-12 education. Her dissertation investigated how an AI-integrated learning platform influenced student engagement and academic outcomes in a low-resource setting. This research foundation informs our AI consulting practice, including the AI Launchpad for School Superintendents and our continued support for school districts assessing AI solutions, implementation readiness, and instructional value.
Speaking
Dr. Abrams speaks at conferences, district leadership retreats, and board development sessions.
- "The Ed.D's Guide to AI Vendor BS" — How to spot when a vendor is selling magic instead of pedagogy
- "What Guyana Taught Me About AI in Poor Schools" — Resource-constrained ed-tech lessons for budget-conscious US districts
- "AI Policy Before AI Purchase" — The governance conversation districts skip, then regret
Why Work With Dr. Abrams?
US, Caribbean & Guyana-Centric Expertise
Doctoral-level expertise in Education Technology and AI. You are not getting a vendor pitch; you are getting research-informed guidance.
Real-World Operator
Built Pathway Online Academy and STEMGuyana from scratch. Knows what works in classrooms, not just in theory.
Vendor-Neutral
No software sales. No vendor commissions. No hidden agendas. Just advice that serves your students and your budget.
Actionable Insights
We don't hand you a 50-page report you can't use. We deliver clear recommendations, checklists, and language you can act on immediately.
Tailored to Districts
Urban, suburban, rural, charter — every district has different constraints. We fit the strategy to your context, not the other way around.
Confidentiality
Your vendor discussions, internal debates, and board dynamics stay private. We treat district trust as seriously as you do.
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to the questions districts actually ask.
Do you sell AI software?
No. Dr. Abrams does not sell software, take vendor commissions, or receive referral fees. She is strictly vendor-neutral. Her only income comes from the consulting fees listed on this page.
How long does a Vendor Review take?
Ten business days from the moment we receive your proposals. You get a written memo with flagged risks, gap analysis, and alternative recommendations.
Can our whole board attend the workshop?
Yes. The Board & Leadership Workshop is designed for up to 12 participants. Larger groups can be accommodated with advance notice.
What if we are not ready for a full roadmap?
Start with the AI Readiness Assessment. It is designed specifically for districts that need to know where they stand before making any big commitments. If you are not ready, Dr. Abrams will tell you — and give you a clear list of what to do first.
Do you work with charter and private schools?
Yes. While most clients are public school districts, the frameworks apply to any K-12 leadership team navigating AI adoption.
Ready to Make a Smart AI Decision?
Contact Abrams and Associates Research today to discuss your research and reporting needs and discover how our insights can fuel your organization's success.