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Scott Armbruster
AI Implementation Specialist & Educator
23+
Years Tech
10+
Years Consulting
The Bridge Builder

From Corporate Grind to AI Transformation

I spent decades in the corporate world building systems and advising Fortune 500 companies. I learned what works-and what doesn't-when it comes to implementing technology that actually transforms businesses and careers.

Now I'm on a mission to bridge the gap between AI hype and AI implementation, helping individuals and organizations move from curiosity to confidence to real-world results.

My Journey

23+ Years in Technology

I've built enterprise systems, led technical teams, and architected solutions for some of the world's largest companies. I've seen technology from every angle-from the cutting-edge innovation labs to the messy reality of legacy system integration. This gave me a unique perspective: technology only matters if people can actually use it.

10+ Years as Business Consultant

Working with Fortune 500 companies on transformation projects taught me something critical: the biggest barriers to change aren't technical-they're human. Organizations struggle not because the technology doesn't exist, but because they don't know how to adopt it. That's the real problem I'm solving.

The Wake-Up Call

After years of building other people's visions, I realized something: AI wasn't just another technology wave-it was a fundamental shift in how work gets done. And most people, even smart professionals, were going to get left behind unless someone helped them cross the bridge from "knowing about AI" to "using AI to create real value." That's when I founded Telos AI Lab.

Building the Bridge

Today, I help two groups: professionals who want to future-proof their careers by building AI-powered income streams, and mission-driven organizations that want to deploy AI systems that actually work. The common thread? I don't just teach theory-I help people implement, deploy, and get real results.

What I Stand For

Empowerment Over Dependency

I don't want you to need me forever. My goal is to give you the skills and systems to thrive independently. Success means you outgrow me-not that you're locked into my services.

Truth Over Hype

The AI space is full of hype and empty promises. I cut through the noise with practical, proven strategies. No magic bullets, no overnight success stories-just honest guidance on what actually works.

Results Over Activity

I measure success by outcomes, not effort. Did you launch your side business? Did your organization save time and money? Did you build a sustainable income stream? That's what matters.

Why I'm Different

I've Been on Both Sides

Most AI educators have never deployed enterprise systems. Most AI consultants have never taught beginners. I've done both, which means I understand the full journey from "What is AI?" to "Here's your custom implementation roadmap."

I Focus on Mission-Driven Work

I don't want to help another corporation squeeze more productivity out of burned-out workers. I work with professionals building freedom and organizations that care about impact-non-profits, social enterprises, B-Corps, and purpose-driven businesses.

I'm Building This While Working Full-Time

I'm not some guru who made it years ago. I'm building Telos AI Lab right now, while maintaining my day job, using the same strategies I teach. I know what it's like to have limited time, limited resources, and big ambitions. This isn't theory-it's my lived experience.

Experience & Expertise

Technical Background

  • • 23+ years software development & architecture
  • • Enterprise system design & implementation
  • • AI/ML integration & automation
  • • Full-stack development expertise

Business Consulting

  • • 10+ years Fortune 500 consulting
  • • Digital transformation strategy
  • • Process optimization & automation
  • • Change management & adoption

AI & Automation

  • • LLM integration & prompt engineering
  • • Workflow automation (n8n, Zapier, Make)
  • • Custom AI agent development
  • • RAG systems & chatbot implementation

Education & Training

  • • Course design & curriculum development
  • • Group coaching & facilitation
  • • 1:1 strategic consulting
  • • Community building & engagement

A Personal Note

If you're reading this, you're probably at a crossroads. Maybe you're a professional worried about AI taking your job. Maybe you're an entrepreneur looking for your next opportunity. Maybe you're leading an organization that knows it needs to adopt AI but doesn't know where to start.

I've been there. I know what it's like to feel overwhelmed by the pace of change, to wonder if you're too late, to see the potential but not know how to capture it.

Here's what I know for sure: You're not too late. The skills are learnable. The implementation is doable. And you don't have to figure it out alone.

That's why I built this. Not to add to the AI hype, but to be the bridge between where you are and where you want to go.

Let's build something meaningful together.

- Scott

Ready to Start?

Whether you're looking to learn AI skills or implement AI systems, I'm here to help.