Doug Shannon

Doug Shannon | IT Automation & Digital Transformation Leader

Top 50 Intelligent Automation Leader | 2x Top 25 Thought Leader | Top AI Voice | Co-Host of InsightAI

🔍 I help leaders transform chaos into clarity by turning AI from a buzzword into a governed, explainable partner, through human-first frameworks like ACT, GAAA, and SODOTOLO.

With over 20 years of expertise in advanced technology and automation, Doug Shannon is a recognized leader driving the future of enterprise and consulting transformation. His work integrates cutting-edge automation, AI, and leadership principles to build the autonomous enterprise, enabling organizations to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

🌟 What Sets Doug Apart:

Creator of Frameworks for Success:

ACT Leadership Model: (Alignment, Clarity, Transparency).

GAAA Model: (Gauge, Analyze, Automate, Adapt) - empowering businesses to evolve and optimize.

SODOTOLO Framework: (See 1, Do 1, Teach 1, Learn 1)- driving continuous growth through practical learning.

🌍 Global Recognition:

Ranked among the Top 50 Intelligent Automation Leaders.

Ranked among the Top 50 Global Digital Transformation Leaders.

2x recipient of the Top 25 Thought Leaders in 2024 & 2025 award.

Automation Innovator: Architect of self-healing and resilient automation processes, setting new standards in operational excellence.

Digital Transformation Visionary: Championing multi-agent systems and frameworks as a cornerstone of the future for AI and GenAI.

💡 Core Competencies:

Enterprise Robotic Process Automation (RPA)

Artificial Intelligence (AI), LLMs, NLP, ML

Agile Project Management (Certified Scrum Master)

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

Risk Analysis, Enterprise Architecture, Product Governance

Digital Transformation & Business Process Reengineering