Portfolio

My Work and Impact

Here’s a look at the projects, courses, publications, and platforms where I share insights and help others navigate technology, strategy, and the future of AI and networks. I also list some of my creative pursuits that leverage my knowledge and expertise.

Courses & Training

I develop online courses to help professionals understand and prepare for the technologies shaping our future. With over 20,000 students worldwide, my training covers AI, 5G, 6G, and cybersecurity — blending technical depth with strategic insight.

5G Network Security Deconstructed (EC-Council): Examines the evolution of 5G networks and the critical security challenges that come with it.
5G Strategies for Businesses (EC-Council): Provides actionable frameworks for leveraging 5G technologies to drive business transformation.
6G and Strategic Futures (Udemy): Explores the technical foundations and strategic implications of the global shift toward 6G.
AI Unveiled: A Boomer’s Guide to the Future (Udemy): Makes artificial intelligence concepts clear and practical for Baby Boomers in non-technical terms.
ChatGPT for DevSecOps (EC-Council): Demonstrates how ChatGPT can accelerate secure DevOps deployments and workflows.
Cloud Architecture Pro (Udemy): Offers a comprehensive guide to cloud services, design, security, and automation best practices.
DevOps for Network Engineering (INE): Shows how DevOps principles support CI/CD practices in network engineering environments.
DevSecOps: Implementing Security in DevOps Processes (CodeRed Pro): Teaches how to embed security into DevOps pipelines through continuous delivery methods.
Introduction to DeepSeek (Coursera in collaboration with Starweaver): Introduces the DeepSeek model platform with applied use cases and integration strategies.
Leading Transformation: Driving Organizational Change (Coursera in collaboration with Starweaver): Provides leaders with strategies to manage organizational change in dynamic business environments.
Private 5G: Transform, Build, Deploy, and Monetize (Udemy): Guides telecom professionals through building, deploying, and monetizing private 5G networks.
Responsible AI: Transparency and Ethics (Coursera in collaboration with Starweaver): Focuses on practical approaches for implementing transparent, ethical, and accountable AI models.
Strategic AI: Transform Your Business (Udemy): Connects AI fundamentals with business applications to deliver competitive strategies for leaders.
Understanding 5G Network Security (Udemy): Outlines 5G security risks and defenses, preparing learners for future challenges in mobile networks.
Understanding 5G: The Next Evolution in Wireless (Udemy): Explains the fundamentals, capabilities, and business opportunities of 5G networks.
Unlocking the Power of 5G and IoT (LinkedIn Learning in collaboration with Starweaver): Highlights how 5G enhances IoT applications and use cases across industries.

Consulting & Advisory

Through AI-Driven4 Consulting LLC, I advise enterprises, investors, and professional networks on AI adoption, telecom transformation, and future network evolution. After more than three decades of leadership at Verizon, I now bring strategic insights to clients worldwide

Strategic advisor on AI adoption, telecom transformation, and network evolution to leading expert networks.
Engagements with professional services firms, investment teams, and enterprises across the globe.
Areas of expertise: capital planning, fiber builds, AI-driven operations and change management, BSS/OSS, and 5G/6G network deployment and monetization.

Newsletter & Podcast

Beyond courses and consulting, I share ongoing perspectives through my newsletter and podcast — keeping professionals informed and future-ready.

The AI Intersection (newsletter) — Weekly insights on AI disruption and opportunity. Available on LinkedIn and Substack.
AI and Your Next Job (podcast series) — Practical strategies for career resilience in the age of AI. Available on Spotify, Apple iTunes, and other podcast platforms.

Publications & Creative Work

I enjoy creating works that inspire learning and imagination — from adult coloring books to children’s stories.

Stained No More (Amazon) — A creative exploration of stained glass windows for adults who enjoy coloring books.
The Lonely Doughnut (Amazon) — A heartwarming children’s story of uniqueness and acceptance through the eyes of one unique doughnut.
Articles, LinkedIn thought leadership, and contributions to global industry discussions on AI, 5G, and 6G on LinkedIn.