30+ Years of Riding Tech Waves
Experience, wisdom, and a beachside perspective on AI transformation
From the early days of enterprise systems to the cloud revolution, and now the AI transformation, I've been in the trenches helping businesses navigate technological change. Based near the coast, I've learned that the best consulting happens when you combine deep expertise with a relaxed, human approach.
The "grey beard" isn't just about years—it's about wisdom earned through countless implementations, migrations, and transformations. I've seen technologies come and go, and I know how to spot the difference between hype and genuine business value.
Like a seasoned surfer who knows how to read the waves, I understand which technology trends will carry your business forward and which will crash on the shore. This perspective is invaluable in the AI space, where new tools and techniques emerge daily, but only a fraction deliver lasting value.
Today, I focus exclusively on helping businesses harness AI in practical, profitable ways. No buzzwords, no overselling—just battle-tested strategies that work. Whether you're just beginning to explore AI or looking to scale existing initiatives, I bring the experience to guide you confidently through the journey.
Our Philosophy
Ride the Right Waves
Not every AI trend deserves your attention. We help you identify and invest in technologies that will deliver lasting value, not just impressive demos.
Practical Over Perfect
We prioritize solutions that work in the real world over theoretical perfection. Your AI implementation should solve actual problems, not create new ones.
People First, Technology Second
AI should empower your team, not replace them. We design solutions that make your people more effective, valuable, and satisfied in their work.
Measurable Results
Every AI initiative should have clear success metrics and ROI. We help you define, track, and achieve concrete business outcomes.
Meet Ken Adams
A veteran technology consultant turned AI strategist for forward-thinking businesses. After 30+ years navigating every tech wave from mainframes to mobile, cloud to AI, Ken brings a unique perspective that separates lasting value from temporary hype.
Based in Clearwater, Florida, Ken combines deep technical expertise with a laid-back, practical approach. He's worked across telecommunications, finance, manufacturing, retail, and technology—helping businesses of all sizes navigate complex transformations with clarity and confidence.
Like a seasoned surfer reading the waves, Ken knows which AI trends will carry your business forward and which will crash on the shore. His decades of experience mean he understands how to implement AI solutions that deliver real, measurable business value—not just impressive demos.
My superpower? Turning AI buzzwords into business outcomes, one practical solution at a time.
When I'm not building AI solutions, you'll find me on the water with my family—preferably with sunshine and a touch of automation.
Why Beachside Consulting?
There's something about being near the ocean that brings clarity and perspective. The rhythm of the waves, the endless horizon—it's a reminder that technology comes and goes, but fundamental principles endure.
This beachside mindset influences how I work: relaxed but focused, patient but purposeful, experienced but always learning. It's about finding the right balance between innovation and stability, between moving fast and building to last.
When you work with GreyBeardOps, you get more than technical expertise. You get a partner who understands that successful technology transformation is as much about people and culture as it is about code and systems.