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create an AI business strategy that takes your growth to the next level.

At Root Idea, we pride ourselves on being more than a boutique consulting firm; we are the go-to experts for AI strategy development and deployment. If you're struggling to figure out what AI will mean for your company in the future, we can help you build a plan and tell the story to your employees, customers, and investors.

true innovation starts with strategy 

Developing a clear AI strategy is crucial to optimize resources, maximize ROI, and stay ahead of competition.  Equally important is aligning your organization to execute that strategy  to achieve exceptional outcomes.  Root Idea guides you through that process so that you can be confident in leveraging the power of AI.

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strategy development

Root Idea works with you to facilitate strategy development for innovation and AI / Technology adoption.  We offer options for strategy days, workshops, strategic planning, and strategy deployment.

strategy deployment

Root idea works with you to support your strategy communication, proof of concept development, and enterprise deployment efforts. We build customized programs to drive effective change management across your organization.

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executive coaching

Leading enterprise level AI /technology transformation requires that executives develop new capabilities for change management and people centric technology adoption.  Our customized programs develop that competency.

HUMAN STRATEGY IS THE KEY TO AI COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE

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meet our ceo, clyde calhoun

Clyde has led a distinguished career spanning three decades as a pioneer, thought leader, and strategist in business. He has a strong track record of driving impactful business results and has led and advised on more than 100 projects, delivering over $65 million in value. As an inventor and patent holder, he has been a driving force for technical innovation and has led business transformation in functional areas including sourcing, supply chain, sales, and marketing.

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His passion lies in transforming companies and empowering employees to embrace new ways of thinking and working. 

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Throughout his career, Clyde has spearheaded global teams for numerous Fortune 500 companies, operating in over 15 countries and collaborating with dozens of international brands. He holds a BS in Ceramics Engineering from Clemson University, an MA in Sociology from the University of Tennessee, and an MBA from Carnegie Mellon University.

want to learn more?

There are clear steps you can take to cultivate a more creative organization and an engaged workforce. View our resources page to learn how focusing on human creativity leads to business success.

what our clients are saying:

The session with Clyde was eye opening!  I walked away with some new ways to tap into my imagination and an even greater appreciation for how our team can work together to find creative solutions for our business.

WILLIAM S.

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