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AI Strategy, Governance & Security – From the Boardroom to the Business Edge.

Anchor42 equips Boards and leadership teams with the insight, oversight, and execution to lead responsibly – and with confidence – in the AI era.

Artificial intelligence is transforming industries at breakneck speed. While others scramble to catch up, forward-thinking leaders partner with Anchor42 to navigate this transformation with confidence–from executive governance and strategic oversight to hands-on operational risk management and compliance.

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Trusted

by Fortune 500 Boards

Founded

by Dell’s First Ever Chief AI Officer and
Founder & CEO TBG Security

Led

by Industry Pioneers

The AI Leadership Imperative

Boards today face unprecedented AI risks and opportunities. Anchor42 delivers the fluency, foresight, and frameworks leaders need to act with confidence – before disruption hits.

AI governance challenges

  • Regulatory landscapes evolve monthly.
  • Competitive threats emerge weekly.
  • Strategic decisions can't wait for perfect information.
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Building board-level AI fluency

  • 73% of executives feel unprepared for AI risks.
  • Critical investment decisions require AI literacy.
  • Stakeholders expect informed AI governance.
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AI security and compliance risks

  • Traditional IT security doesn't cover AI risks
  • New regulatory requirements demand specialized expertise
  • One compliance failure can cost millions
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Our Solutions

AI Strategy & Training (Board Briefing & C-Level Coaching)

Build AI fluency with our executive workshops that cut through hype – leaving you with a clear 90-day plan and direct access to our experts for ongoing confidence.

  • Boardroom AI advisory and education
  • Strategic AI roadmap development
  • Executive coaching on governance

Additional Services

  • AI 101-301: Executive-level fundamentals that cut through the hype
  • Governance & Compliance Masterclass: Navigate regulatory requirements with confidence
  • Industry-Specific Strategy Assessment: Tailored insights for your sector and competitive landscape
  • Risk Management Framework: Practical tools for ongoing AI oversight
  • Implementation Roadmap: Leave with a clear 90-day action plan
  • Live Executive Q&A: Direct access to Jeff Boudreau and Frank Murphy
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Virtual Chief AI Officer (vCAIO)

Act as your on-demand AI expert, providing monthly briefings and oversight to ensure compliant, risk-managed growth–trusted by Fortune 500 leaders.

  • Tailored AI leadership integrating machine learning into governance, threat modeling, and decisions
  • Compliance advisory (e.g., NIST, ISO 42001)
  • Risk assessment frameworks

Additional Services

  • Monthly executive AI briefings
  • Strategic initiative oversight and guidance
  • AI investment evaluation and vendor selection
  • Risk assessment and mitigation planning
  • Board-ready AI reporting and metrics
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AI Security Services & Threat Modeling

Safeguard your AI systems with our specialized experts–delivering actionable insights to prevent breaches and build trust, with no fluff, just results.

  • Threat modeling for LLMs and autonomous systems
  • Red teaming and adversarial testing
  • Secure model deployment & monitoring

Additional Services

  • Penetration Testing: Simulate real-world attacks on your AI systems
  • Vulnerability Assessments: Identify weaknesses in your models and infrastructure
  • Code Reviews: Examine source code for insecure patterns or logic flaws
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Boutique advisors for AI strategy, governance, and security.

Ethical stewards navigating autonomy with accountability and trust.

Anchor42 is the strategic partnership between Jeff Boudreau, first ever Chief AI Officer at Dell Technologies, and Frank Murphy, founder and CEO of TBG Security. With our combined experience in enterprise technology, AI deployment, and cybersecurity strategy, we've created the definitive resource for Boards and executive teams navigating the AI revolution.

We don't deliver generic AI trainingwe provide practical, strategic, and exclusive AI intelligence tailored specifically for boardrooms and C-suites. Our approach cuts through the hype and focuses exclusively on what drives business impact and competitive advantage. With over 50 years of combined experience, we cut through hype to deliver impactful AI strategieshelping you lead with integrity and confidence.

Unlike traditional firms, we blend AI strategy with bulletproof security for comprehensive oversight.

Jeff Boudreau
Co-Founder & Chief AI Strategist
  • First ever Chief AI Officer, Dell Technologies
  • 20+ years leading enterprise AI initiatives
  • Recognized thought leader in AI governance and ethics
Frank Murphy
Co-Founder & Chief Security Officer
  • Founder and CEO, TBG Security Consultancy
  • Expert in cybersecurity strategy for Fortune 100 companies
  • Specialist in AI security and compliance frameworks
Dave Chapman
Chief Financial Officer
  • Former head of CFO Led Services Group at Marcum LLP
  • Seasoned CFO with decades of guiding consulting, technology, and service-based companies
  • Expert in scaling businesses