Autonomy Hub — AI & Emerging Technology

AI systems.
Real results.
Built to scale.

We design, deploy, and integrate AI systems and automation workflows for businesses ready to move beyond experimentation into operational advantage.

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AI Global
Drone tech accelerator
Web Summit
Outstanding global startup
US Military
Defense ventures panelist
Harvard
Conference speaker
REV1
Technology innovation
What We Do

Beyond the hype.
Into the operation.

Most businesses are experimenting with AI. Very few deploy it in ways that change how the operation performs. That is the gap we fill.

We bring the technical capability to build AI systems together with the operational experience to know where those systems create real leverage — and where they don't.

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01

Operational AI

AI agents, concierge systems, and workflow automation built for real business environments — not demos that never ship.

02

Emerging Technology

Drone systems, robotics, and autonomous platforms commercialized through a decade of partnerships across education, military, and commercial sectors.

03

Systems Integration

AI tools, automation platforms, and reporting systems connected into a coherent operational infrastructure.

04

Industry Application

Deep experience in hospitality, service businesses, logistics, and startups — where emerging technology creates the most measurable impact.

AI and robotics

"Most businesses are experimenting with AI. Very few are using it to actually improve performance."

Loren Stone — Founder, Autonomy Hub
Capabilities

Where we
operate.

Applied across hospitality, service businesses, startups, and enterprise — wherever AI creates real operational leverage.

AI Systems
01

AI Agent
Development

Custom AI agents for specific operational functions — guest concierge, customer service automation, intake workflows, and internal knowledge management. Built, deployed, and integrated into your existing stack.

Custom GPT AgentsConcierge AIWorkflow AutomationCustomer Service
Drone Technology
02

Drone & Autonomous
Systems

Commercialization, partnerships, and deployment of UAS, drone, and autonomous vehicle technology — from workforce development programs to commercial and government applications.

UAS CommercializationDrone OperationsAutonomous SystemsWorkforce Development
Technology Infrastructure
03

Technology Stack
& Integration

End-to-end assessment and integration of technology infrastructure — ERP systems, CRM platforms, and AI stack components built to reduce overhead and improve data visibility.

Tech AuditERP IntegrationCRM SystemsReporting Dashboards
Data and Analytics
04

Data, Analytics
& Intelligence

Business intelligence systems and predictive analytics that give leadership real-time visibility into operations, revenue, and customer behavior.

Business IntelligencePredictive AnalyticsPerformance DashboardsGuest Intelligence
Recognition

Recognized
where it
counts.

Recognized by global innovation platforms, defense institutions, and technology accelerators for leadership in emerging technology and AI.

AI Global

Outstanding Drone Tech Accelerator

Leadership in autonomous systems commercialization.

Web Summit — Ireland

Outstanding Global Startup

International recognition for technology innovation.

United States Military

Defense Startup Ventures

Panelist — defense and autonomous systems ecosystem.

Collision — Las Vegas

Company Building for Tomorrow

Recognized for startup development and technology leadership.

REV1 / TechColumbus

Technology Innovation Leader

Outstanding startup — Columbus, Ohio.

Harvard Business School

Hospitality & Travel Speaker

Featured speaker on technology in hospitality.

Technology
Ecosystem

Partners &
Collaborators.

Autonomy Hub works with leaders across industry, research, education, and innovation. The following is a representative sample of past and current partners as we continue to build and expand the ecosystem.

Education & Research
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
Ohio University
Athens, OH
Franklin University
Columbus, OH
University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OH
National UAS Training Center
Sinclair College
Columbus College of Art & Design
Columbus, OH
Industry & Technology
DJI
Drone Systems
Yuneec
Electric Aviation
Double Robotics
Telepresence Robotics
Virtalis
Virtual Reality Systems
Murphy Company
Technology & Logistics
Stone International
Business Development
Mosaic Geo
Geospatial Intelligence
Kaufman Development
Real Estate & Innovation
VRV1
Immersive Technology
Blue Kick
Strategic Marketing
Black Dawg
Digital Marketing
Associations & Organizations
Tesla Foundation
Innovation
UAV Systems Association
UAS Industry
Wilmington Air Park
Aviation Infrastructure
Community Network
Autonomy Hub — Applied AI & Autonomous Systems

A professional network of operators, engineers, founders, and educators actively building next-generation systems across the Midwest and beyond.

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How We Engage

Three ways to
work together.

Every engagement is scoped around your situation — the technology you need, the timeline, and the operational outcome you're driving toward.

I

Build

Full AI system or technology project. We scope, design, build, and deploy — complete accountability for delivery.

Full project scope · Delivery accountability · Integration included
III

Assess

Technology stack audit and AI readiness assessment. Identifies where automation creates leverage and what implementation looks like.

Fixed scope · Clear deliverable · Actionable roadmap
AI systems and data
Applied AI

Technology that
performs.

Dynamic Pricing & Yield

AI-assisted rate management and demand forecasting for hospitality and service businesses.

Guest & Customer AI

Concierge systems and personalization engines that improve experience and reduce labor cost.

Workflow Automation

Intake, qualification, scheduling, and reporting workflows automated across operations.

Predictive Operations

Maintenance, demand, and performance prediction that reduces cost and improves decisions.

Autonomy Hub is the technology vertical of Mountain of Ideas. Led by Loren Stone — operator, entrepreneur, and AI systems builder with two decades of experience across hospitality, emerging technology, and business development on six continents.

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Ready to move
beyond experimentation?

Whether you need an AI system built, a technology stack assessed, or an ongoing integration partner — start with a direct conversation about what you're trying to achieve.

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