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https://v.cameo.com/e/kXKxFmibBXb AI & Robotics Strategy Leader | Author & Business Transformation Executive | Executive Recruiting & Workforce Innovation | Driving ROI Through Human-Centered Automation
I’m an executive operator passionate about connecting people, performance, and technology. With over 30 years of leadership across AI strategy, robotics operations, and executive recruiting, I help organizations modernize through intelligent automation and human-centered transformation.
As VP of AI Strategy & Solutions at Riderflex and VP of Robotics Operations at Robo Reliance, I work with leadership teams to design and implement AI frameworks, predictive analytics, and automation systems that boost efficiency, reduce costs, and scale workforce performance — without losing the human connection that drives success.
My foundation in executive recruiting and workforce strategy has shaped how I approach technology adoption — people first, tools second. Over my career, I’ve built and scaled organizations, coached executive teams, and delivered more than 4,000 successful placements through AI-enhanced recruiting systems with 85% first-year retention. That combination of operational leadership, AI innovation, and people strategy allows me to help businesses transform from the inside out.
Career Highlights:
• Designed AI-enabled workforce analytics tools that reduced hiring timelines by 30%.
• Led robotics service operations improving uptime 20–25% using ROS2 and IoT predictive diagnostics.
• Scaled multi-million-dollar operations across retail, consumer goods, and professional services.
• Guided C-suite teams through AI adoption, workforce ethics, and organizational change enablement.
Focus Areas:
AI Strategy | Robotics Integration | Workforce Modernization | Executive Recruiting | Automation Enablement | Predictive Analytics | Change Leadership | Generative AI | Organizational Design | Human-in-the-Loop AI | Talent Optimization | Digital Transformation
Publications:
• Amazon Author Page:
https://shorturl.at/yAFyd • Stormwalker’s Grit: A Memoir of Struggle & Strength (Amazon)
• The Riderflex Guide Series (Amazon)
• The Riderflex Podcast – Host (400+ leadership interviews)
• New novel coming soon! "Zero to Something"Certifications:
Six Sigma Black Belt | Lean Management | Generative AI for Executives | AI Fundamentals & Robotics Strategy | Google AI Essentials
KEYWORDS
AI Strategy • Robotics Integration • Workforce Modernization • Executive Recruiting • Automation Enablement • Talent Optimization • AI Governance • Digital Transformation • Human-Centered Leadership