DRU AI Consulting
Elevating Your Leadership Development
Where AI Meets Masterful Facititation
Your Bridge from AI Confusion to Confident Leadership!
We turn AI confusion into operational confidence—so you walk away ready to lead with clarity.
ABOUT US
We deliver the most AI- advanced strategies for your business.
DeAnna R. Upshaw is a leadership development strategist, master facilitator, and AI consultant who helps organizations turn complexity into clarity and strategy into measurable results. With over 25 years in information technology and more than 10 years in leadership development, she bridges the gap between human leadership and artificial intelligence—so leaders don’t just adapt to the future, they shape it.
At the core of her work is a powerful philosophy built on the Five C’s:
Communication • Connection • Collaboration • Culture Transformation • Coaching
These are not just concepts—they are the operating system behind every high-performing team and every sustainable transformation. DeAnna integrates these principles into AI-enabled strategies that strengthen leaders, unify teams, and elevate organizational performance from the inside out.
Her approach develops leaders across the full spectrum of influence through the
Five Dimensions of Leadership:
Self → People → Team → Organization → Strategic & Visionary
By combining these dimensions with AI insights, DISC personality expertise, and real-world business acumen, she equips leaders to make confident decisions, build resilient cultures, and scale with intention.
Turning AI Confusion into Operational Confidence
Many organizations feel pressure to adopt AI but lack a clear path forward. DeAnna removes that uncertainty.
She simplifies the complex, translates technology into practical action, and ensures leaders walk away with clarity, confidence, and a concrete roadmap.
You don’t just learn about AI — you learn how to lead with it.
Why Leaders Choose DeAnna
Proven depth: 25+ years in IT + 10+ years in leadership development
Human-centered AI: Technology aligned with people, culture, and strategy
Personality-driven impact: DISC-informed communication and sales mastery
Facilitation excellence: Engaging, practical, results-focused sessions
Real transformation: Not theory — operational advantage
DeAnna currently serves on the President’s Advisory Council of Maxwell Certified Leadership Team (formally known as The John Maxwell Team), and John Maxwell mentors her. She has traveled to Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, and Papua New Guinea, among other countries, to facilitate leadership roundtables on transformational leadership for over 46,000 individual residents.
The Result
Leaders who partner with DRU AI Consulting gain more than knowledge.
They gain alignment, momentum, and the ability to execute.
Teams become more connected.
Cultures become more adaptive.
Decisions become data-informed.
Growth becomes intentional.
If you’re looking for a trusted partner to guide your organization through AI-enabled leadership development — you’re in the right place.
DRU AI Consulting helps leaders turn AI into an operational advantage — not confusion.
Unlock Your Business Potential, Book a consultation call TODAY. Collaboratively, we can turn AI confusion into operational confidence and scale your business right.
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Leadership Development for the AI Era
Practical AI Workshops that strengthens leaders, aligns teams, and drives measurable business growth.
Our hands-on workshops go beyond theory to deliver real, actionable results inside your organization. We equip leaders and teams with the clarity, tools, and structured guidance needed to integrate AI into daily operations, decision-making, communication, and customer engagement. Through facilitated learning, practical exercises, and proven leadership development frameworks, participants gain the confidence to apply AI responsibly while strengthening collaboration, improving efficiency, and uncovering new opportunities for growth. The result is not just AI adoption—but a more aligned, agile, and performance-driven organization prepared to compete in a rapidly evolving marketplace.
Signature Learning
The "CLEAR" Workshop
Theme: Learn IT, Live IT, Lead IT
C.L.E.A.R- Leadership Thinking with AI
Clarify the real issue
Look Wider for counsel and perspective
Explore options without rushing
Align decisions with values and mission
Reflect & Decide with accountability
A framework that helps leaders use AI as a thinking partner, not a decision- maker
Signature 5D Workshop
5D Leadership
Transformational Leadership Across
Five Critical Dimensions
I. Self
II. People
III. Team
IV. Organization
V. Strategic and Visionary
AI-infused leadership methodology is designed to develop leaders from the inside out-ensuring personal mastery, team effectiveness, organizational strength, and strategic impact.
Signature SALES Workshop
Sales Mastery
Using AI + DISC Personality Insights
Hyper-Personalized Outreach and Scale
Speak Your Client's Decision Language
Predict Objections Before They Happen
Close with Confidence, Not Pressure
Build Long-Term Client Relationship (Not One-Time Wins)
AI + Personality Mastery =Sales That Feel Natural, Trusted, and Effective
DRU AI Consulting- Transformational AI Support for your Business
Executive-Level Education That Eliminates AI Confusion
Result: Confident leadership, faster decisions, reduced risk of costly missteps.Operational Streamlining That Reclaims Time and Capacity
Results: More output with the same staff-or the same output with less effort.End-to-End Implementation Roadmap
Result: AI initiatives move forward with clarity and momentum.Intelligent Automation Across Functions
Result: Reduced costs, fewer errors, faster turnaround times.Enhanced Decision-Making Through Data Intelligence
Result: Decisions based on evidence, not guesswork.Personalized Customer Experiences at Scale
Result: Higher satisfaction, loyalty, retention, and lifetime value.Improved Customer Service Without Increasing Headcount
Result: Better service quality with controlled labor costs.Productivity Multiplication Across the Organization
Result: Teams accomplish more in less time.Strategic Opportunity Mapping — Where AI Will Matter Most
Result: Focus on initiatives that deliver meaningful business value first.Implementation Plan Tailored to Your Organization
Result: A clear path from the current state to the AI-enabled future.
The Bottom Line
AI is not just a technology upgrade — it is a comprehensive operational, cultural, and strategic transformation.
DRU AI Consulting guides you in adopting AI intentionally, responsibly, and profitably — transforming uncertainty
into a measurable advantage and bolstering your business resilience and continuity.
Top Three Skills for AI-Ready Organizations
STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION-Human + Digital Fluency
ADAPTIVE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT-Leading Through Rapid Change
DATA-DRIVEN CRITICAL THINKING -Decision Making
💼 Executive Return on Investment
(ROI)
Where Strategy Meets Execution
Strategic Value for Leaders Focused on Results, Not Hype
Organizations partner with DRU AI Consulting not for experimentation—but for measurable performance improvement, operational clarity, and sustained competitive advantage.
🔷 ⚡ Operational Efficiency & Cost Optimization
Do more with the resources you already have.
Through targeted AI integration and workflow redesign, leaders reduce inefficiencies that quietly drain time, talent, and budget.
🔷 💰 Revenue Expansion & Market Advantage
Turn AI into a growth engine—not just a productivity tool.
By aligning AI with sales strategy, personality mastery (DISC), experience, and data insights, organizations unlock new revenue opportunities while strengthening their competitive position.
🔷 🚀 Leadership Capability & Organizational Resilience
Build leaders who can navigate complexity and scale performance.
Sustainable results come from people, not tools alone. Your leadership development approach ensures organizations can adopt innovation without destabilizing culture or performance.
⭐ Bottom Line
AI Tools Alone Don’t Create Results — Strategic Implementation Does
DRU AI Consulting helps you turn AI into operational advantage, measurable growth, and lasting leadership capability.
Testimonials
What do they say?
Kimberly Wilson Wetty
Founder and CEO of KWW Inc
"DeAnna contributed wonderful creativity and energy to our shared project, approaching each challenge with a positive, can-do attitude. As an experienced trainer, she also helped guide the team with clear insight and practical expertise. Her professionalism and optimism made a real difference in our success. DeAnna's focus keeps you on your toes and smiling along the way."
Highly recommend!
Dr. Monique Bernier
Professor, Mental Health Professional
"Coach Dee challenged me, so I realized a more profound perception of my educational delay was not a denial but an impasse on my journey. Coach Dee confronted me, prompting me to face the reality of obstacles with clarity, focus, and honesty. Coach Dee is passionate and empathetic, with a desire to serve others. Her qualities allowed me to transform my mindset and barriers into success"
Frequently Asked Question
How does DRU Consulting tailor strategies to fit specific business needs?
The Formula
Business Goals> BottleNeck> Custom Strategy> Custom Simple Plan
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What types of businesses can benefit from your consulting services?
Small and Medium Enterprises (SME's) | Startups and Early- Stage | Large Corporations and Enterprises | Nonprofits and Government Agencies | Specialized Industries: Travel, Real Estate, Healthcare | Marketing and Sales-Focused
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Can DRU AI Consulting help in measuring the impact of the changes implemented?
Absolutely. We define success metrics, monitor them post-implementation, and adjust strategies as needed.
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What is the usual duration of a consulting engagement with DRU AI Consulting?
To the extent necessary to observe a return on investment and measure deliverables.
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How does DRU AI Consulting ensure the confidentiality and security of information?
Security encompasses the technical, physical, and administrative measures used to safeguard information integrity, availability, and confidentiality.
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Is there post-consultation support available with DRU AI Consulting?
Yes, DRU Consulting provides post-consultation support to ensure that strategies and changes continue to generate desired outcomes.
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