Consulting Services
Strategic advisory on AI, blockchain, and quantitative finance for leading organizations
Why Work With Me
I bring a unique combination of academic rigor and practical industry experience to every consulting engagement. My clients benefit from cutting-edge research insights translated into actionable strategies that create competitive advantage.
Deep Technical Expertise
Ph.D.-level knowledge across agentic AI, blockchain, and quantitative finance with 75+ peer-reviewed publications demonstrating research leadership.
Industry Track Record
Founded and managed quantitative trading firms with strategies deployed on billions in assets. Technology that works at scale.
Strategic Perspective
See beyond current trends to identify fundamental shifts. Advise on long-term positioning while delivering immediate value.
Global Network
Connections across academia, industry, and regulators worldwide. Access to cutting-edge research and best practices.
Consulting Services
AI Strategy & Implementation
Develop comprehensive AI strategies and guide implementation for competitive advantage.
- AI readiness assessment
- Use case identification and prioritization
- Build vs. buy vs. partner decisions
- Agentic AI system design
- Governance and risk management
- Team building and capability development
Blockchain & DeFi Advisory
Navigate the blockchain ecosystem from strategy to implementation and risk management.
- Blockchain technology evaluation
- DeFi protocol design and economics
- Tokenomics and mechanism design
- Smart contract auditing
- Regulatory compliance strategy
- Institutional crypto adoption
Quantitative Trading Strategy
Design, develop, and optimize systematic trading strategies and execution systems.
- Strategy development and backtesting
- ML-based alpha generation
- High-frequency trading systems
- Optimal execution algorithms
- Risk management frameworks
- Technology infrastructure design
Regulatory & Policy Advisory
Expert guidance for regulators and policymakers on AI and blockchain regulation.
- Regulatory framework design
- Impact assessment and analysis
- Industry consultation facilitation
- International best practices
- Sandbox program development
- Expert testimony and reports
Expert Witness Services
Authoritative testimony on AI, blockchain, and quantitative finance for litigation and arbitration.
- Case analysis and report preparation
- Deposition and trial testimony
- Technical expert opinions
- Damages assessment
- Regulatory compliance review
- Industry standard evaluation
Due Diligence
Technical and strategic due diligence for investments in AI, blockchain, and fintech companies.
- Technology stack assessment
- Team evaluation
- Market opportunity analysis
- Competitive positioning
- Risk identification
- Valuation support
Client Types
Financial Institutions
Banks, Asset Managers, Hedge Funds
AI adoption strategy, algorithmic trading systems, crypto custody and trading infrastructure, DeFi integration, risk management frameworks.
Technology Companies
AI/ML Platforms, Blockchain Protocols
Product strategy, market positioning, technical architecture review, go-to-market strategy, partnership development.
Regulators & Policymakers
Central Banks, Government Agencies
Regulatory framework design, CBDC implementation, DeFi oversight strategies, AI governance, international coordination.
Investors
VCs, Private Equity, Family Offices
Technical due diligence, market opportunity assessment, portfolio company support, investment thesis development.
Corporations
Fortune 500, Multinationals
AI transformation strategy, blockchain use cases, digital asset strategy, technology evaluation, organizational change.
Legal Firms
Law Firms, Litigation Support
Expert witness testimony, technical analysis, regulatory interpretation, industry standards, damages calculation.
Representative Engagements
Federal Reserve Bank
Project: Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) Design Advisory
Provided technical and economic analysis for US digital dollar initiative. Evaluated design choices, monetary policy implications, and international coordination requirements. Delivered briefings to Fed officials and Congressional staff.
Top-5 Global Bank
Project: Institutional Crypto Trading Platform
Led design of institutional-grade cryptocurrency trading infrastructure. Covered custody, execution, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Platform now handles $10B+ monthly volume.
Multi-Billion Dollar Hedge Fund
Project: AI-Powered Trading Strategy Development
Designed and implemented machine learning-based trading strategies using alternative data. Strategies generated significant alpha with Sharpe ratio >2.0 over 18-month period.
Layer-1 Blockchain Protocol
Project: Economic Mechanism Design
Developed tokenomics and incentive mechanisms for major blockchain protocol. Designed staking rewards, governance systems, and MEV mitigation strategies. Protocol launched with $5B+ valuation.
Securities Regulator
Project: DeFi Regulatory Framework
Advised national securities regulator on oversight approach for decentralized finance. Analyzed legal classification, investor protection, and enforcement challenges. Recommendations informed national policy.
Major Law Firm
Project: Expert Witness in Crypto Litigation
Provided expert testimony in high-profile cryptocurrency litigation. Analyzed market manipulation allegations, evaluated damages, and explained technical concepts to judge and jury. Case resulted in favorable settlement.
Engagement Models
Strategic Advisory
Ongoing board-level advisory relationship
Quarterly meetings with C-suite and board. Continuous access for strategic questions. Annual strategy reviews. Ideal for organizations navigating fundamental transformation in AI or blockchain.
Project-Based Consulting
Defined scope and deliverables
Specific projects with clear objectives and timelines. Typical engagements: 8-16 weeks. Deliverables include reports, presentations, and implementation recommendations.
Technical Due Diligence
Investment evaluation support
Rapid assessment of technology, team, and market opportunity. Typical turnaround: 2-4 weeks. Written report with investment recommendation and risk assessment.
Expert Witness
Litigation and arbitration support
Case analysis, expert reports, deposition, and trial testimony. Flexible engagement based on litigation timeline and requirements.
"Dr. Aldridge's insights were transformative for our blockchain strategy. Her ability to combine technical depth with business pragmatism is unmatched."
"The most valuable expert we've worked with. Her testimony was clear, authoritative, and instrumental to our case outcome."
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