ActionableOps

ActionableOps is an AI consulting company that helps businesses unlock AI's potential to excel in their operations. We specialize in guiding companies through the AI landscape with services such as AI governance, Responsible AI, AI Policy development, AI Ethics, AI Training, and AI Implementation. Partnering with industry leaders like Textcortex and MindStudio, we ensure that our clients gain the knowledge and tools needed to thrive with AI.

Founder / AI Consulting

Kansas City AI Club

Primary Purpose: Foster awareness, adoption, and hands-on learning of the latest AI technologies by leading discussions, events, and workshops tailored to real-world business applications.

Key Responsibilities:
 - Technology Trends Leadership in AI
 - Curate and present emerging AI technologies (e.g., generative AI, voice agents, AI-driven automation).
 - Deliver accessible, business-focused insights on cutting-edge advancements.
 - Business Use Case Applications
 - Develop and showcase practical AI use cases (e.g., AI in customer service, operations, or marketing).

Workshops & Education
 - Organize hands-on workshops to teach members how to apply AI in real-world business settings.
 - Guide participants through implementation frameworks tailored to their industries.
 - Event Programming Support
 - Host and facilitate demos at Kansas City AI Club meetups.
 - Develop quarterly in-person or virtual workshop series, such as "AI Applications for Business Success."

Board Chair - Emerging Tech

UMKC Henry W. Bloch School of Management

The Regnier Institute Mentor in Residence Program connects seasoned mentors with student entrepreneurs in need of a helpful ear.

Mentor-In-Residence

National Speakers Association-Kansas City Chapter

Speaker

MindStudio

Agency Partner

RunWhen

RunWhen is a platform for troubleshooting complex tech stacks. It helps engineers identify when issues they are chasing lie in their app, their cloud-native platform or their vendors by answering the question: “What do I run and when?”

Advisor

Nobl9

Nobl9 is a service level objective SaaS platform that connects reliability metrics to business goals via a modern engineering workflow. Backed by CRV, Battery, Bonfire Ventures, Harmony Partners Cisco and ServiceNow.

Director of Operations

Code Ninjas

Code Ninjas is the world's largest and fastest growing in person children's franchise startup, that teaches kids how to code computers by building video games. Backed by Eagle Merchant Partners.

Director of Operations / Owner

OMT Brands

OMT Brands created a line of consumable pet products to be marketed and sold online through Amazon FBA and the Amazon, Ebay, Sears, and Walmart marketplaces.

Director of E-commerce Operations

City of Lakewood, Washington

Police Officer

🚀 Founder | Startup Operations Executive | Business Scaling Expert | Data Analytics | P&L Management | Process Optimization | Customer-Centric | Revenue Growth | Operational Efficiency | SaaS | Change Management

I’m Dale Thomas and here’s my story in a nutshell. 

- Authored the best-selling book “The Ultimate A.I. Guide for Small Business Success.” 
- Founded several technology businesses
- 20+ years of operations experience in Start-Ups and Enterprise (Ex - Microsoft) 
- Focused on helping SMB’s make sense of AI.  I specialize in AI agents, AI Consulting, responsible AI, ethical AI, policy creation, governance, and implementation of AI solutions. 

What you’ll get by following me: 
🔥Transparent & actionable AI advice
📆 Tips and Tricks Implementing AI Agents
🔍 Insights on implementing ethical AI practices
📢 Up-to-date information on AI regulations and legislation  

AI Partnerships
* TextCortex AI Partner - get a free account https://textcortex.com?via=ops 

A.I. Education
* MindStudio Certified AI Expert
* The London School of Economics - Ethics of AI 
* University of Pennsylvania - AI For Business
* Vanderbilt University - Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT
* MindStudio Certified AI Developer

Struggling to make sense of AI for your small to medium-sized business? 

I’m here to help - so hit that “Follow” button!  

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Dale Thomas

Velca

Velca is a Spanish mobility company that offers electric motorcycles with a unique design and excellent customer service.

 At Velca, we believe that electric motorcycles can play a central role in changing the way people move in our cities in the future.

 We want to ensure that this transformation is carried out in the right way: through the best and most innovative technology, open and transparent dialogue with cities and governments, and the adaptation of our products to the needs of people.

  • Velca is a creative, technological and impact company.
  • We want to reduce CO2 emissions and noise pollution in cities to zero.
  • We do it by designing electric motorcycles that do not emit polluting substances or noise.

CEO & Co-founder

Instituto Galego do Talento

IGATA (Instituto Galego do Talento) is the biggest top talent community in Galicia.

• Spearheaded talent management initiatives to promote the Galicia Brand through innovative events and collaborations.
• Implemented strategies to boost the visibility of Galicia brand globally, resulting in increased engagement and recognition.
• Collaborated with emerging leaders to drive innovation and smart working practices within the community.

Co-founder | Top Talent Community

IFFE Business School

Professor at MBA
Professor in Master of Finance Management

• Developed and taught courses in Entrepreneurship & Innovation for MBA and Master in Financial Management students at IFFE Business School.
• Mentored and guided students in developing business plans and strategies to foster their entrepreneurial skills.
• Organized workshops and seminars to connect students with industry professionals and foster networking opportunities.

Professor | Entrepreneurship & Innovation

Universidad Intercontinental de la Empresa

Professor at Executive MBA
Professor at Master in Finance Management

• Developed and implemented innovative investment methods to optimize financial strategies for companies.
• Led seminars and workshops on startup management, equipping students with practical skills for the business world.
• Collaborated with industry professionals to provide real-world insights and case studies for a comprehensive learning experience.

Professor | Investment Methods & Startup Management

EL ESPAÑOL

• Conducted weekly interviews with entrepreneurs and emerging talents for El Español, the leading online newspaper in Spain.
• Wrote engaging feature articles highlighting the stories and achievements of individuals in the business world.
• Collaborated with editorial team to ensure timely and high-quality content delivery.

Features Writer

VANETTA FOOD

Vanetta is a startup that bursts into the gastronomic scene with a unique proposal: democratize plant-based nutrition, bringing the flavor and texture of meat to a diverse audience, without giving up sustainability and health.

Investor | Board of Advisors

Bund

Bund is the tailoring revolution. It was born as a link to solve the problem of the single size of cheap suits and the high cost of custom tailoring only available for a few pockets.

Investor | Advisor

Q5 Awards

The most exclusive Entrepreneurship Awards allocated in Spain:
• Co-founded and organized the most exclusive Entrepreneurship Awards in Spain, recognizing top representatives of the Entrepreneurship, Investment, and Innovation Ecosystem.
• Collaborated with founders like Velca and Bund, along with the support of +10 amazing brands, to host the event with only 5 winners annually and 150 guests.
• Successfully curated a prestigious event in the Community of Madrid, Spain, showcasing the best in the industry and fostering innovation and collaboration.

Co-Founder

Talentum Program

In my role as a Mentor at Talentum Program, I had the privilege of guiding top university students in Spain through their professional development journey. I provided personalized coaching, conducted career planning workshops, and helped students prepare for interviews and craft compelling CVs to unlock their full career potential.

Mentor | High Performance Program

ThePowerMBA

• Conducted classes on Business Model Innovation, The Lean Startup, Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Fundraising, Talent Management, Investment Relations, and Stakeholders Management.
• Developed and delivered engaging curriculum to inspire students in the field of entrepreneurship and fundraising.
• Implemented innovative teaching methods to enhance student learning and practical application of concepts.

Professor | Entrepreneurship & Fundraising

CEO at Velca | Ex- voi | Forbes 30 under 30 | Nova 111 winner | Teacher x3 | Finalist at Startup World Cup | PLS IESE | Purpose drives Innovation | Autor "Gratitude"

My mission is revolutionize urban transportation through innovative electric motorcycles that address environmental concerns. Our commitment to reducing CO2 emissions and noise pollution is at the core of our business model. We've successfully positioned Velca as a creative and technological leader in the sustainable mobility sector, thanks to our dedication to customer service and transparent dialogue with stakeholders.

My role at IGATA for over 7 years has honed my talent management skills, enabling us to elevate the Galicia Brand on a global scale through strategic initiatives and partnerships. 

Collaborating closely with future leaders, we've fostered innovation and smart working practices that resonate across our community. Together, we're not just changing the landscape of mobility; we're shaping the future of our cities.

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