We Start with Your Business,
Not the Technology

Your business problems come first. AI is how we solve them. Brightridge AI Consulting brings Fortune 500 product discipline to small business AI consulting — so you get solutions that actually work, not impressive demos that collect dust.

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The Challenge

AI Sounds Amazing. But Where Do You Start?

If you've been hearing about AI everywhere but don't know what it means for your business, you're not alone.

Overwhelmed by Hype

Every headline promises AI will change everything — but nobody explains what it actually looks like for a 20-person company with real-world constraints.

Afraid of Wasting Money

You've seen other businesses invest in tech that gathered dust. You want to be smart about this, not just throw money at a trend.

No Time to Figure It Out

You're running a business. You don't have weeks to research AI tools, compare options, and hope you pick the right one.

How We're Different

Not Your Typical AI Consultant

Most AI consultants come from engineering backgrounds and lead with technology. We lead with your business.

What Most AI Consultants Do

  • Start with technology capabilities
  • Propose big-bang implementations
  • Speak in technical jargon
  • Deliver a solution and leave
  • Measure success by features shipped
  • Apply the same playbook everywhere

What Brightridge AI Does

  • Start with your business problems
  • Start small, prove value, then expand
  • Communicate in plain business language
  • Build a roadmap and partner long-term
  • Measure success by your ROI
  • Tailor every engagement through discovery
Services

Structured Engagements, Measurable Results

Every tier follows the Brightridge Method — discovery, prioritization, and iterative delivery built in. Pick the starting point that fits where you are.

Start Here

Discovery Call

A free, no-pressure conversation where we listen first. We learn about your business, your workflows, and your pain points before ever mentioning AI.

  • 30-minute video or phone call
  • Honest assessment of AI fit for your specific situation
  • No jargon, no sales pitch — just plain business language
Free — always
Most Popular

AI Assessment & Roadmap

We apply structured discovery and prioritization — the same frameworks used by Fortune 500 product teams — to identify your highest-impact AI opportunities and build a roadmap with clear milestones and success metrics.

  • Stakeholder interviews & workflow observation
  • RICE-scored opportunity ranking
  • Prioritized roadmap with go/no-go decision points
  • ROI projections & success metrics defined upfront
$2,000 – $5,000 depending on scope
Hands-On

Pilot & Implementation

We start with the smallest viable proof of value — a working pilot that delivers measurable results within weeks. Then we scale what works, with your team involved every step of the way.

  • MVP pilot scoped to prove value fast
  • Iterative delivery with real user feedback
  • Team training & change management
  • 30-day post-launch support & optimization
$5,000 – $15,000 per project
Ongoing

AI Advisory Retainer

Ongoing strategic AI partnership. We track performance against your success metrics, identify the next best opportunity on your roadmap, and keep your AI strategy evolving with your business.

  • Monthly strategy & performance reviews
  • OKR tracking & ROI measurement
  • Quarterly roadmap updates & new opportunity scoring
  • Vendor evaluation & stakeholder alignment
$1,000 – $3,000 /month
The Brightridge Method

A Proven Process Rooted in Product Discipline

Every engagement follows the same structured methodology honed through years of Fortune 500 product leadership. We don't start building until we've answered the right questions.

1

Discover

Stakeholder interviews, workflow observation, and pain point mapping. We find the real problems before proposing solutions.

2

Prioritize

We score every AI opportunity by impact and feasibility, then rank them — so you invest in the right initiative first.

3

Pilot

Build the smallest viable proof of value and test it with real users. You see measurable results within weeks, not months.

4

Scale

Expand what works. Train your team, integrate into workflows, and manage change so adoption actually sticks.

5

Optimize

Measure ROI against the targets we set in Phase 1. Refine performance, then identify the next opportunity on your roadmap.

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About

Hi, I'm Chris Tomlin

Brightridge AI Consulting was founded on a simple observation: most AI consultants start with the technology and work backward to find a business problem. That approach leads to impressive demos that collect dust.

I spent years in Fortune 500 product management, where the discipline is the opposite — start with the customer, understand the real problem, and build the simplest solution that delivers measurable results. I think in business outcomes, not algorithms. That's the approach Brightridge AI brings to every engagement.

We don't sell AI. We solve business problems — and AI happens to be the tool we use. Based in Des Moines and serving businesses nationally.

Product thinking
Business outcomes
Plain language
Iowa values
Why Brightridge AI

Built on Trust, Not Buzzwords

Client testimonials are coming soon. In the meantime, here's what you can count on from day one.

No-Risk Discovery Call

Your first conversation is always free. If AI isn't a good fit for your business right now, I'll tell you — honestly.

Clear Deliverables

Every engagement comes with a defined scope, timeline, and output. No vague promises, no scope creep, no surprises on the invoice.

Small Business Focus

I work exclusively with businesses under 100 people. Your challenges are specific — your solutions should be too.

FAQ

Questions You Might Be Thinking

Absolutely. Some of the biggest AI wins come from automating repetitive tasks that eat up hours every week — things like scheduling, customer follow-ups, data entry, and reporting. You don't need to be a tech company to benefit. If your team spends time on tasks that feel repetitive, there's likely an opportunity.
The discovery call is free, and an assessment starts at $2,000. I price engagements based on complexity, not company size. Most clients see ROI within 2–3 months through time savings and efficiency gains. We'll talk about budget openly during our first call — no surprises.
That's the whole point. I translate AI from tech-speak into plain English. Every recommendation comes with clear explanations of what it does, why it matters, and what it costs. If something doesn't make sense, that's my problem to solve, not yours.
My approach focuses on helping your team work smarter, not replacing them. AI is best at handling the repetitive, time-consuming tasks that keep your people from doing their best work. The goal is to free up your team to focus on what humans do best — relationships, creative problem-solving, and judgment calls.
Not necessarily. Many AI solutions work with tools you already use — your email, CRM, accounting software, and more. Part of the assessment is figuring out what integrates cleanly with your current setup. I'll never recommend ripping out systems that are working for you.
Absolutely. While I'm based in Des Moines and love working with local businesses, I serve clients across the country. All discovery calls and most engagements work great over video. For implementation projects, I can travel if needed.

Ready to See What AI Can Do for You?

Book a free 30-minute discovery call. No commitment, no sales pitch — just an honest conversation about your business.

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Get in Touch

Let's Start a Conversation

Whether you have a specific challenge in mind or just want to explore what's possible, I'd love to hear from you.

Location

Des Moines, Iowa — serving businesses nationally

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