Kamales Lardi

AI won't fix your organizations. It will scale the weaknesses.

I have spent more than 26 years in the technology industry, working across complex systems, large-scale platforms, and global organizations. Across industries and regions, one pattern is consistent: transformation efforts fail not because of technology, but because decision-making structures, governance models, and human behavior are not designed for change at scale.

In the AI age, this gap has become a material business risk. AI amplifies bias in systems, accelerates poor decisions, and exposes fragile leadership and operating models. What many organizations frame as an “AI challenge” is, in reality, a decision quality, governance, and organizational resilience problem.

My work focuses on neuroscience-driven transformation - applying evidence-based insights on how humans think, decide, respond to risk, and collaborate under uncertainty. Neuroscience is not a soft discipline; it is a performance lens. Organizations that understand attention, motivation, fear, and cognitive bias build better systems, make better decisions, and execute transformation more effectively.

Since founding Lardi & Partner Consulting in 2012, I have led more than 50 major transformation initiatives worldwide, including strategic programs for governments and Fortune 500 organizations. My experience spans multiple industries and exponential technologies, including artifiticial intelligence, blockchain, IoT, AR, VR and emerging digital architectures; always with a focus on measurable outcomes and long-term enterprise value.

I am the author of Artificial Intelligence for Business, a comprehensive guide to AI and its practical application in organizations, as well as the bestselling The Human Side of Digital Business Transformation. Both reflect my focus on translating complex technologies into strategic, operational, and governance decisions that deliver real business impact.

I am a recognized global voice on digital transformation and leadership, with my perspective grounded in execution, not theory, and shaped by decades of working where technology, power, and organizational reality intersect.

I work with senior leaders and boards who want to strengthen decision-making, reduce systemic risk, and build organizations that are resilient, adaptive, and fit for the AI era.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Lardi & Partner Consulting GmbH is an experienced partner in digital business transformation. We enable organizations to transform traditional customer experiences, business models and, processes and operations to meet the needs of the digital economy. Based on practical experience, we help companies drive digital transformation initiatives, from strategy to execution. We also develop robust business use cases, proof of concepts and integration plan for technology application - blockchain, artificial intelligence, AR/VR, internet of things, 3D printing, robotics, sensor / wearables, social media among others.

Move the Needle in Emerging Tech

I help professionals navigate emerging tech and decentralised systems with confidence and clarity. From AI tools to crypto payments, engaging talks and hands-on workshops, I help you and your business stay relevant, save time, and get future-ready. 

As a women in tech advocate, I'm passionate about creating inclusive spaces in digital innovation and championing responsible, ethical use of emerging technologies. I believe technology should serve humanity, not the other way around.

What I Offer:

Free Weekly Newsletter | Bite-sized guides that cut through crypto hype and demystify AI tools without the jargon or sales pitches. Get practical insights to build financial agency at your own pace.
→ https://movetheneedle.substack.com/

Workshops & Masterclasses | From blockchain fundamentals to AI business frameworks, I teach you to apply technology ethically and strategically. Whether you're automating workflows, building investment portfolios, or exploring crypto applications, everything centres on your goals and values.

1-on-1 Consulting | Personalised guidance for founders and professionals exploring Web3, ethical AI integration, or decentralised finance strategies.

You don't need to become a technologist to benefit from these innovations. I show you how to harness their power for smarter choices, business growth, and purposeful living. Think of me as your translator for systems that often feel designed to exclude rather than empower, while always advocating for their responsible and ethical implementation. 

Let’s chat and find the right setup for your business. No pressure, just clarity and practical advice.

Helping Professionals Navigate Crypto & AI 

WIN Portugal

I focus on helping women connect, grow professionally, and support each other through meaningful relationships. My work centres around creating programs and opportunities that help women build new business and digital skills and confidence in their personal and entrepreneurial journeys. 

WIN Portugal is supportive community of women building meaningful connections, sharing knowledge, and growing personally and professionally. 

What I do:

 - Organise workshops, networking events, and learning experiences that bring our community together
 - Run digital workshops for women 40+ who are exploring new directions in their careers and lives
 - Connect with local partners to bring more resources and opportunities to our members
 - Create a welcoming space where women feel comfortable sharing experiences and learning from each other

I'm driven by seeing women discover new possibilities for themselves and watching our community grow stronger as we support each other's goals and dreams.

WIN Portugal Community Lead

Novum Insights

Novum Insights is the corporate innovation leader in driving data insights for strategic partnerships.

Private Investor & Advisor

Private investor

Investing in various start-ups, blockchain protocols and cryptocurrencies.

Private Investments

Women in Blockchain Impact Group - WIBI.io

Community Manager & Advisor

Bloomwater Capital - Hedge Fund

Hedge Fund Compliance Officer

Bloomwater Capital is a BVI (British Virgin Islands) regulated & registered cryptocurrency hedge fund.

Hedge Fund Co-founder and Managing Director

Cuboid Consulting

IT Management consultancy services for financial, government and private institutions.

Managing Director & Co-founder

Maternity Break

EDF Energy

Program Project Management Consultant

BBC Worldwide

Program Management Office Consultant

Freelance Consultant

IT project management consultancy services for various clients across industries in government and private institutions.

Information Technology Project Management Consultant

I'm on a mission to make digital skills and financial innovation accessible to women and underrepresented groups, especially those navigating midlife transitions.

With over a decade in blockchain and emerging tech, and extensive experience in tech management consulting, I’ve helped hundreds of women build confidence in crypto, AI, and digital tools, from Lisbon to London.

I teach, consult, and write about ethical innovation, most recently contributing to "Artificial Intelligence for Business" (Kamales Lardi, 2024), and supporting the Romanian translation of "The Little Bitcoin Book: Why Bitcoin Matters for Your Freedom, Finances, and Future" (Bitcoin Collective, 2019).

Named one of the Top 100 Women of the Future in 2024, I lead initiatives that bridge inclusion, education, and tech. Let’s connect if you work on digital equity, ethical AI, or women’s empowerment in tech.

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