Mark Protus

Learning • AI • Transformation

Learning strategist, digital innovator, and creative problem-solver passionate about helping both organizations and individuals reach their full potential. I've spent 20+ years at the intersection of technology and human performance, combining strategic thinking with hands-on implementation to create solutions that make a real difference in how people work, learn, and grow—whether that's transforming enterprise operations or guiding personal breakthroughs.

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Work

I partner with Fortune 500 companies and innovative organizations to solve complex business challenges through strategic learning and AI-powered transformation. From designing enterprise-scale platforms that serve millions of users to implementing automation solutions that deliver measurable ROI, my work spans the intersection of technology, human performance, and organizational change. Whether leading digital transformations at Microsoft, building learning ecosystems for global enterprises, or sharing insights through Forbes and industry speaking engagements, I focus on creating solutions that drive real business results and lasting impact.

AI Learning Solutions

I design and implement cutting-edge learning platforms that leverage artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation to deliver personalized experiences at scale. From AI-powered content translation engines that reduce costs by 10X to analytics dashboards that predict learning outcomes, I bridge the gap between emerging technology and practical learning applications that drive real business transformation.

Digital Transformation

I lead enterprise-scale technology deployments with comprehensive change management strategies that ensure adoption and measurable ROI. Whether integrating acquired companies, launching new platforms, or transforming legacy systems, I architect end-to-end solutions that combine strategic planning with hands-on implementation to deliver results for global organizations with thousands of employees.

Business
Impact

I create learning solutions that directly impact bottom-line business results through improved performance, reduced support costs, and accelerated employee readiness. My approach combines data analytics, user experience design, and scalable technology to build learning ecosystems that don't just train people—they transform organizational capability and competitive advantage across industries.

Proven Results

Here's the measurable impact I've delivered across global organizations:

Thought Leadership

I share insights and expertise through writing, speaking, and video content to help leaders navigate the evolving landscape of AI, learning, and organizational transformation.

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Warriors Path

Warriors Path brought together an incredible lineup including former members of Chicago, the Doobie Brothers, and the Pretenders, combining fresh sounds with catchy guitar-driven classic rock styles reminiscent of Fleetwood Mac and Tom Petty. The standout track "Velvet Hammer" received national radio airplay and marked a breakthrough moment. The album explores themes of self-doubt, perfect moments, love, and hope amid life's challenges, with each song offering a unique perspective on the human experience through melodic storytelling.

Wake Up

As Warriors Path evolved into Indigo Soul, we released "Wake Up!" with an expanded six-piece lineup featuring two guitars, bass, drums, keys, and vocals. The album features "smart and thoughtful lyrics with fresh sounds and catchy and soulful classic-rock styles," Indigo Soul drawing comparisons to Dave Matthews, Jefferson Airplane, and Yes. The relationship ballad "A Long Time" was featured in the indie film "Lost on the B Side" and received a creative music video treatment told entirely in sign language. This album represented a deeper exploration of consciousness and awakening themes.

More punch than punchline

Indigo Soul's sophomore effort marked a creative high point, blending classic rock, 80s pop, and soulful rhythms. The album explores love, relationships, and alienation, with hope and gratitude emerging "after the dark times pass by like clouds, only to catch the blue sky once again." Tracks like "All in My Mind," "Can't Have You," and "Storm Before the Calm" showcase the evolution of my songwriting—more introspective and nuanced, yet maintaining the melodic accessibility. Critics noted it as "an album that hides the optimism, but has plenty of it."