Andrea (Andi) Huels

BluSky AI is advancing the next generation of AI-Native Infrastructure — modular, distributed AI Infrastructure as a Service (AI IaaS) designed for low-latency, sovereign deployments at scale. With a 500 MW+ U.S. pipeline and a multi-architecture strategy, BluSky is part of a new class of Neoclouds reshaping how enterprises train, run, and scale advanced models. As Chief AI & Growth Officer, I lead strategy, ecosystem development, and go-to-market — forging partnerships across the silicon and infrastructure ecosystem, including GPU, CPU, NPU, LPU, and advanced accelerator providers. I focus on technical alignment, proving grounds, and benchmark-driven differentiation to accelerate enterprise adoption of BluSky’s distributed, AI-native infrastructure.

We’re at the biggest career inflection point of our lifetime. Every organization I advise — from Fortune 500s to startups — is searching for leaders who can turn AI potential into real business results. As Founder & CEO of AI Advisors Atlanta, I work with enterprise leaders in retail, QSR, CPG, and healthcare to build AI-first strategies that drive growth, efficiency, and new revenue. I translate complex AI concepts into actionable roadmaps, identify high-impact use cases and partners, and accelerate go-to-market execution. • Advise executives on AI strategy & implementation • Develop AI roadmaps that deliver measurable ROI • Co-host of The AI House @ CES • Keynote speaker, panelist, and recognized as one of the “24 AI Influencers for 2024”

GenAI startup building multimodal AI models fine-tuned for e-commerce search, discovery, and personalization — designed to understand how people shop, speak, and think. • Defined AI product vision and GTM strategy, driving alignment between engineering, sales, and product teams • Built a $37M pipeline and forecasted $5M ARR in two quarters through high-value PoCs with Fortune 100 retailers • Cultivated ecosystem partnerships with NVIDIA, Cloud Platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure), SIs, ISVs, and Search providers • Accepted into prestigious AWS GenAI Accelerator, Google for Startups Cloud AI Accelerator, and NY Fashion Tech Lab

Computer Vision SaaS startup offering AI-assisted self-checkout and intelligent video analytics Managed full GTM motion: from use case development to partner co-selling to scaling • Achieved $12M ARR by leading enterprise AI adoption at CVS, QT, RaceTrac, and numerous major retailers/QSRs • Nurtured partnerships with NVIDIA, Intel, HPE, Dell, SIs, and GSIs to define and execute a clear strategy for joint solutioning and successful GTM • Acted as extension of the sales teams of GSIs, SIs, OEMS, Intel, and NVIDIA to identify top accounts for joint engagement • Named a “Top 20 Digital Disruptor” by QSR Magazine for transformative impact on the industry

Led AI evangelism and enterprise deployment strategy for Fortune 500 clients in Retail, QSR, Healthcare & Manufacturing • Built $311M pipeline and closed $15M in new business with lighthouse wins at McDonald’s, Kroger, and FedEx • Evangelized “the art of the possible with AI” to C-suite executives, translating complex concepts into practical use cases and guiding PoC-to-deployment strategy • Forged deep alliances with NVIDIA, Intel, GSIs and channel partners to drive sophisticated deals with enterprise clients • Developed enterprise AI adoption playbooks—mapping use cases, selecting pilots, and vetting deployment partners • Founded and scaled the Lenovo AI Innovators Program, onboarding 16 leading AI ISVs to accelerate enterprise traction • Represented Lenovo as a speaker at 20+ industry conferences, including keynotes, panel discussions, and podcasts

Global leader in intelligent automation, leveraging AI and robotics to optimize supply chains Responsible for recruiting, mentoring, and leading a BD team that drove purposeful, profitable growth • Received "CEO Growth Award” for exceeding expectations, triple-digit growth, and strong execution results • Developed AI solutions with NVIDIA including intelligent video analytics (IVA) and robotic process automation (RPA) • Led three-year strategic planning process (STRAP) • Created GTM strategy that unlocked $62M in new product revenue across logistics verticals

Privately held company specializing in automation technology for upstream & midstream oil and gas industry Led strategic initiatives to accelerate revenue growth, align go-to-market (GTM) efforts, and elevate customer insights into actionable strategy • Delivered 40% year-over-year revenue growth through GTM optimization and targeted sales enablement initiatives • Partnered with sales leadership and ops to align pipeline metrics and drive measurable impact across funnel conversion and opportunity creation • Led Voice of Customer initiatives that shaped product and technology roadmap prioritization

Global leader in intelligent automation systems integrating robotics, machine vision, and AI to power next-gen smart factories Developed GTM strategy and frontline enablement for the critical infrastructure vertical markets • Grew vertical segment by $30M through targeted OT digital transformation strategy • Identified emerging market trends and helped guide Intelligent Automation strategy for manufacturing clients

Global provider of valve diagnostics and flow control solutions for the energy and industrial sectors Led commercialization of ValveWatch, a remote monitoring solution for critical valves on offshore oil platforms • Established global distribution channels and secured 17 offshore platform contracts, generating $18M in two years • Forged strategic partnerships with oil majors and regulatory agencies in the Gulf of Mexico, Malaysia, and UK to ensure product compliance in complex regulatory environments

Global leader in engineered mineral solutions for industrial and manufacturing applications Developed GTM strategies, identified innovation opportunities, and drove organic growth • Led commercialization of FilmLink 500, a first-of-its-kind breathable film technology which is now a $2.2B market • Managed a global team that delivered $16.6M in incremental revenue, exceeding growth targets by >200% • Authored 3-year strategic sales plan to maximize market penetration, revenue growth, and competitive advantage

Joint program through MIT Sloan School of Management and MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL). Executive certificate program covering key topics related to Artificial Intelligence including: -Machine Learning -Natural Language Processing -Robotics -AI Ethics

Online course to learn how to: - Promote innovation in your company or team - Foster agility in a mature organization - Achieve successful collaboration across physical and cultural boundaries - Build a digital culture that sets the stage for transformation within your company

Online course teaching how to: - Explain cybersecurity risks and solutions to your board of directors or management - Distinguish between proactive and reactive cybersecurity management strategies - Make informed decisions by correctly assessing risks, and estimating probabilities and impacts of incidents - Develop a company-wide approach to prevention, detection, containments, and recovery from incidents