Hands-on CTO and AI implementation specialist who bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology and organizational reality. I don't just build AI solutions - I ensure they get adopted, deliver ROI, and transform how your teams work.
13+ years of leading technical transformations | Deep expertise in AI automation, change management, and enterprise architecture
AI Implementation & Automation
- End-to-end AI solution architecture and deployment
- Generative AI integration (LLMs, RAG, AI agents)
- Intelligent automation and workflow optimization
- AI strategy development and roadmap planning
- Proof-of-concept to production scaling
Organizational Change Management
- Change management for AI and technology adoption
- Team training, upskilling, and AI literacy programs
- Stakeholder alignment and executive buy-in
- Process redesign around AI capabilities
- Measuring and demonstrating AI ROI
Technology Leadership & Architecture
- CTO-as-a-Service for growing companies
- Cloud-native architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Digital transformation and modernization
- Engineering team building and scaling
- Technical due diligence for M&A
Most AI initiatives fail not because of technology, but because of people and process. I specialize in:
✅ Strategic Alignment - Ensuring AI investments solve real business problems
✅ User Adoption - Designing change management programs that drive engagement
✅ Team Enablement - Training teams to work effectively with AI tools
✅ Process Integration - Embedding AI into existing workflows seamlessly
✅ Risk Management - Addressing ethical, security, and compliance concerns
✅ Measurable Outcomes - Establishing KPIs and proving ROI
I deliver AI solutions that teams actually use and executives can measure.
AI & Machine Learning Implementation
🤖 AI/ML: GPT-4, Claude, OpenAI API, Anthropic API, LangChain 🧠 AI Systems: RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation), AI Agents, Fine-tuning 🔄 AI Automation: n8n, Make, Zapier, Custom AI Workflows 📊 ML Frameworks: TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn 💾 Vector Databases: Pinecone, Weaviate, Chroma, PostgreSQL + pgvector 🎯 AI Strategy: Use Case Identification, ROI Modeling, Ethical AI Frameworks
Enterprise Architecture & Infrastructure
☁️ Cloud Platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform 🏗️ Architecture: Microservices, Event-Driven, Serverless, Domain-Driven Design 🔄 DevOps/CI/CD: Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, GitHub Actions, ArgoCD 📊 Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, Elasticsearch 🔐 Security: OAuth2, JWT, Zero Trust Architecture, SOC2, GDPR Compliance
Software Development & Modern Stack
⚙️ Backend: Node.js, Python, Go, .NET Core 🎨 Frontend: React, Next.js, TypeScript, Vue.js, Tailwind CSS 📱 Mobile: React Native, Flutter 🔌 APIs: REST, GraphQL, gRPC, WebSocket, API Gateway Design
Leadership & Change Management
🔄 Change Management: Prosci ADKAR, Kotter's 8-Step, Stakeholder Analysis 👥 Team Leadership: Agile/Scrum, OKRs, Remote Team Management, Tech Hiring 📈 Business Strategy: P&L Management, Vendor Negotiation, ROI Analysis 🎯 Product Management: Roadmap Planning, User Research, Data-Driven Decisions 🎓 Training & Enablement: Technical Training, AI Literacy, Workshop Facilitation
AI Strategy & Implementation
Complete AI solution delivery from strategy through deployment and adoption - includes technical architecture, change management, and team training
Fractional CTO
Part-time executive technology leadership - strategic planning, architecture oversight, team development, and vendor management
Change Management for Tech Adoption
Organizational change programs for AI, cloud migrations, digital transformation, or new tool rollouts - ensuring teams embrace change
Team Augmentation & Technical Advisory
Expert-level AI/ML architecture, hands-on development, and technical guidance for complex projects
I work best with organizations that are:
- 🚀 Implementing AI but struggling with adoption or unclear ROI
- 🏢 Scaling rapidly and need fractional CTO leadership
- 🔄 Undergoing digital transformation and need change management expertise
- 💡 Innovating with new technologies but facing organizational resistance
- ⚡ Modernizing legacy systems while managing business continuity
- 👥 Building or restructuring engineering teams and practices
Common engagement outcomes:
- ✅ AI pilots successfully deployed and scaled to production
- ✅ 60-80% user adoption rates on new technology initiatives
- ✅ Engineering teams operating with modern practices and tools
- ✅ Clear ROI demonstrated on technology investments
- ✅ Reduced time-to-market through improved processes
- ✅ Stakeholder confidence in technology direction
Ready to discuss your transformation?
AI & Automation
- Large Language Model (LLM) integration and optimization
- Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) systems
- AI-powered workflow automation
- Custom AI agent development
- Prompt engineering and LLM operations
Organizational Transformation
- Technology adoption programs
- Executive coaching on AI strategy
- Cross-functional team alignment
- Process optimization and redesign
- Training program development
Enterprise Architecture
- Cloud migration and modernization
- Scalable system design
- API strategy and integration
- Data architecture and governance
- Security and compliance frameworks
Speaking & Workshops Available
- AI Strategy for Non-Technical Executives
- Change Management for Technology Leaders
- Building AI-Ready Engineering Teams
- From Proof of Concept to Production: Scaling AI
Open to select consulting engagements and advisory board positions
⭐ Bridging the gap between AI innovation and organizational reality