Naismith Applied Innovation

Naismith Applied Innovation is a Chicago-based advisory firm founded in 2025 that offers short-term strategy and training engagements for AI, data, and product leaders. It focuses on financial services, fintech, insurance, and telecom organizations, providing executive workshops, AI governance frameworks, and technology roadmaps over 2 to 12 weeks. The firm works as a solo practitioner, delivering actionable playbooks and guardrails without adding permanent staff.