Why EdgeFactory AI?

Built by People Who Understand Both the Technology and the Work.

Engineering + Technology + Quality + Workforce + Education + AI

We understand how organizations work, how people learn, how processes operate, and how technology can improve them.

We believe technology is only powerful when it’s connected to purpose.

That’s why our work is grounded in:

Real-world application

Built for how people actually learn, work, and hire

Collaboration

Designed with and for our partners

Scalability

Solutions that grow from local impact to system-wide transformation

Actionable insight

Turning data into decisions

MEET THE FOUNDERS

ADRIANNE KROLL
Founder & AI Creative Director

Let’s Build What’s Next!

Hi, I’m Adrianne.

I’m an engineer and systems strategist passionate about helping organizations navigate the intersection of people, technology, and real-world work.

My background is rooted in manufacturing—working alongside small and mid-sized companies to strengthen quality systems, document processes, and meet management systems standards without overcomplicating operations. That experience shaped how I see innovation: it only works if it works in practice.

Why I Started EdgeFactory AI

Across industries, I kept seeing the same challenge:

Organizations were being told they needed massive budgets, perfect data, and complex systems to take advantage of AI.

But that’s not how the real world operates.

Most teams are doing the best they can with limited time, limited resources, and a deep commitment to getting the job done right.

We started EdgeFactory AI to change that.

What We Believe

Technology should:

Support people—not overwhelm them
Fit into real workflows—not force new ones
Create opportunity—not barriers

Whether we’re working with students exploring their future, workforce leaders building pipelines, or manufacturers adopting AI, the goal is the same:

Make innovation practical, accessible, and impactful.

If you’re exploring how AI fits into your organization—and you want to do it in a way that is thoughtful, responsible, and grounded in reality—you’re in the right place.

info@edgefactoryai.com

SHOMBE KROLL
CEO & Chief Technology Officer

Hi, I’m Shombe.

I’m a technology leader, builder, and problem-solver focused on using AI to create real, scalable impact across education, workforce development, and industry.

My journey in technology spans nearly three decades, beginning in IT as a computer manufacturing quality control technician. I progressed through roles in technical support, internet service provider support, and web development, ultimately leading to over 20 years managing IT infrastructure and services for the nation’s largest IT service provider, supporting more than 300,000 users. Those who were and are still part of those teams—delivering world-class support—know the standard we set.

As technology has evolved through digital transformation over the past 15 years—across data, platforms, and process management—my focus has centered on designing and deploying intelligent systems. Today, I leverage AI-driven capabilities to help organizations make better decisions, operate more efficiently, and unlock new opportunities.

Why EdgeFactory AI

Throughout my career, I’ve seen both the promise and the disconnect of technology. Too often, powerful tools are built without a clear path to real-world adoption. Organizations are left with solutions that are technically impressive but difficult to implement, scale, or sustain.

At EdgeFactory AI, we’re doing things differently.

We’re building technology that is:

Purpose-driven
Practical to implement
Designed for real users and real environments

My Focus

As CEO and Chief Technology Officer, I lead the vision, architecture, and development of our platforms—ensuring everything we build connects seamlessly across:

Education systems helping students discover their path
Workforce ecosystems aligning talent with opportunity
Industry and manufacturing driving smarter, AI-enabled operations

My focus is simple: build technology that actually works—and works at scale.

What Drives Me

I’m motivated by the opportunity to solve meaningful problems; especially those that sit at the intersection of technology and human potential.

The future isn’t just about AI.

It’s about how we use AI to expand access, improve systems, and create opportunity for more people.