Advient Advisors

Dr. Cory Kidd

Enterprise AI Strategy & Implementation

I help pharmaceutical, maritime, and industrial companies implement AI strategies that generate measurable ROI—not decks, not roadmaps, working systems.

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MIT Media Lab PhD•25+ Years in AI•Former CEO•Enterprise Consultant
Dr. Cory Kidd
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MIT MEDIA LAB

PhD in AI & Psychology (2007)

AI ENTREPRENEUR

2 companies founded $10M+ in VC/PE funding

25 YEARS COMMERCIALIZING AI

From research to enterprise deployment

RESEARCHER & INVENTOR

3 US Patents in AI systems Published AI researcher in top journals

What We Do Differently

Most AI consultants are either strategists who can't implement, or developers who don't understand business. We bridge both worlds.

AI Strategy

Not decks. Not roadmaps. Implementation plans with accountability metrics and timelines. We've run companies and know what works in the real world.

Proof of Concept

Validate AI use cases before committing to full deployment. Real prototypes, real data, real results. Reduce risk and prove ROI before scaling.

Enterprise Integration

Make AI work in your existing tech stack and workflows. Integration, deployment, training. We understand both the technology and the organizational change required.

Recent Projects

Results-driven AI implementation across regulated industries

PHARMACEUTICAL AI STRATEGY

Mid-Size Pharmaceutical Company

Comprehensive AI Strategy & Proof of Concept

Built two parallel workstreams: organizational readiness assessment and predictive analytics proof of concept for market optimization.

Deliverables:
  • Benchmarking analysis across 8 readiness pillars vs. industry peers
  • Strategic roadmap for enterprise-wide AI implementation
  • Proof of concept: Predictive model achieving 8-10 week advance warning for market demand surges
  • Successfully demonstrated ROI, leading to full-scale implementation contract
Outcome:Client moved from assessment to full deployment based on proven concept
MARITIME ENTERPRISE AI TRAINING

$1.5B Maritime & Energy Company

Executive Training & Organization-Wide AI Adoption

Designed and delivered comprehensive AI training program for shore-based employees in organization transitioning to AI-augmented operations.

Deliverables:
  • Executive workshops for C-suite leadership
  • Company-wide GenAI training for ~165 shore-based employees (100% voluntary participation rate)
  • Department-specific tailored training programs
  • AI analyst tool development for corporate development function
  • Ongoing strategic advisory for AI implementation
Focus:Practical AI implementation for workflow automation, competitive intelligence, and operational efficiency
BIOTECHNOLOGY SALES TRANSFORMATION

Food Safety & Microbiology Company

AI Strategy Keynotes for Global Sales Organization

Delivered keynote presentations at annual sales meetings for both US and EMEA divisions, focusing on practical AI applications for sales acceleration.

Content:
  • AI-powered customer targeting and territory optimization
  • LLM applications for technical sales communications
  • Competitive intelligence automation
  • Implementation framework for sales organizations
Audience:90+ sales representatives, software team, C-suite leadership
HEALTHCARE AI COMMERCIALIZATION

Founded & Scaled Patient Engagement Platform (2014-2024)

Catalia Health - AI-Powered Chronic Disease Management

Built hardware/software system (social robots + AI conversation engine) for patient engagement deployed by pharmaceutical leaders.

Achievements:
  • Pharma customers: Pfizer, Novartis
  • 3 US patents in AI conversation systems
  • Secured $10M+ in VC/PE funding
  • Managed full product lifecycle: R&D → clinical validation → commercial deployment
  • Integrated with major pharmacy chains (Walgreens, CVS)
Demonstrates:10-year track record commercializing AI in regulated healthcare environments

Industry Focus

Pharmaceutical & Biotech

AI strategy for regulated environments. Clinical trials, commercial operations, patient engagement.

Maritime & Industrial

Operational AI for shipping, energy, and manufacturing. Safety, efficiency, automation.

Healthcare Technology

Product innovation and go-to-market strategy for health tech companies.

Why This Works Differently

Traditional Consulting

  • Strategy firms deliver roadmaps and leave
  • Junior analysts research best practices
  • "Digital transformation" frameworks
  • You implement (or it dies)

Advient Approach

  • I've been a CEO, built products at scale, and understand both the boardroom and the codebase
  • Direct engagement with your team - no intermediaries
  • Concrete AI implementations with measurable ROI
  • Partnership through deployment
“I don't just recommend AI strategies. I've spent 25 years building and commercializing AI products in regulated industries. I know what works because I've done it.

Ready to Implement AI That Delivers Results?

Let's discuss your specific challenges and how AI can drive measurable outcomes for your organization.

Schedule a Consultation

Typical first call: 30 minutes, no obligation.

We'll discuss your goals and whether there's a fit.