Ideon Consulting helps companies leverage AI applications and modern technology to streamline operations, unlock business innovation, and drive measurable digital transformation across industries.
Ideon Consulting helps companies leverage AI applications and modern technology to streamline operations, unlock business innovation, and drive measurable digital transformation across industries.
Ideon Consulting is led by Randy Storch, a veteran technology executive and entrepreneur with a track record of turning bold ideas into real-world impact. As founder and principal, Randy brings decades of executive experience and a hands-on approach to innovation, digital transformation, and product development. From startups to Fortune 500s, he has successfully delivered transformative solutions across industries.
He’s held C-level and founder roles at companies ranging from Convia (a Herman Miller division) to JLL, where he led the development of JLL Serve—an award-winning smart FM platform. He’s also founded and exited startups in airline reservations, cybersecurity, and AI-driven workplace technology.
He’s not just a technologist or a strategist—Randy thrives at the intersection of business vision and technical execution. Equally fluent in the boardroom and in deep technical discussions, he bridges the gap between what customers need and what technology can deliver by translating ideas into scalable, high-impact solutions.
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🎯 Customer-Centered Problem Solver
Digs deep to understand user needs, then delivers practical, high-impact solutions.
🔧 End-to-End Builder
Leads products from concept to deployment—whether cloud-based platforms, on-prem systems, workflow tools, or integrated hardware/software solutions.
🧱 Short-Term Wins, Long-Term Value
Builds technology that solves today’s problems while positioning organizations for future growth, flexibility, and innovation.
🧠 Fluent Across Functions
Equally effective in executive strategy sessions and engineering reviews. Bridges product, engineering, and operations to align teams and accelerate execution.
🚀 Entrepreneurial & Intrapreneurial Impact
Founded and scaled successful startups. Also led groundbreaking innovation inside Fortune 500 companies like JLL and Herman Miller—delivering enterprise-scale transformation.
💥 Disruptive Innovation
Created technologies that redefined business models—including airline reservations and facilities management—by shifting how entire industries operate.
🌍 Cross-Industry Reach
Transformed operations in commercial real estate, hospitality, telecom, healthcare, education, internet security, and aviation—proving innovation isn’t limited by industry.
🏆 Award-Winning Inventor & Leader
Holds 9 patents spanning multiple industries. Recognized as EY Entrepreneur of the Year, a Crain’s 40 Under 40 honoree, and inducted into the University of Illinois Entrepreneurial Hall of Fame.
For companies that need senior technology leadership but aren’t ready for a full-time executive, I offer fractional CTO services. I bring clarity, focus, and execution to complex initiatives:
Turn complexity into clarity. I help organizations harness data and emerging technologies to drive smarter decisions and operational efficiency.
From whiteboard to working product, I help conceive and lead the development of scalable software and hardware solutions:
I work with corporate teams to drive innovation with startup speed:
A great product still needs a great launch. I support:
Rethinking how real estate works—from the ground up.
With deep experience across facilities management, smart buildings, and digital transformation, I help real estate leaders modernize operations, unlock data-driven insights, and deliver better experiences for tenants, operators, and investors.
Let’s unlock the full potential of your real estate portfolio.
Contact me to discuss how Ideon Consulting can help you move faster, operate smarter, and deliver greater value.
Bridge the gap between business strategy and technology execution.
Design and deploy more intelligent, efficient environments.
Turn fragmented data into actionable intelligence with AI/ML-powered insights.
Deliver modern, personalized experiences that drive retention and value.
Ready to transform your real estate operations? Reach out to Ideon Consulting and let's make your vision real.
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Building a Common Language for Smart Operations
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Transforming Facilities Management Through Scalable Innovation
As CTO at JLL, I conceived, designed, and led the development of JLL Serve—an integrated FM platform built for Fortune 100 clients. The system combined mobile apps, IoT, and AI to streamline operations, improve data quality, and enable advanced applications like predictive maintenance and digital twins—delivering measurable impact at global scale.
Breakthrough Innovation in Airline Booking
As co-founder of AirPlan, I helped launch one of the first PC-based airline booking platforms—giving consumers direct access in a pre-internet era. The system bypassed travel agents and introduced real-time pricing, accelerating the industry shift toward self-booking. AirPlan was acquired by System One, the reservation arm of Continental Airlines, and later became part of Amadeus.
Pioneering Intelligent Power for Smart Buildings
As CEO of Convia, a Herman Miller division, I led the development of a software-defined power and control platform embedded in furniture and architecture. The system enabled real-time reconfiguration of lighting, HVAC, and energy zones—dramatically reducing infrastructure costs and establishing a scalable foundation for today’s smart buildings.
Innovation Strategy for K-12 Power Delivery
As an innovation consultant, I led the strategic redesign of a classroom power system for Bretford. Originally conceived as an under-carpet charging pad, I reimagined it into a portable, wireless DC track that delivered flexible, safe, and cost-effective power access—without requiring construction or code approvals. This shift unlocked new markets, accelerated time to revenue, and aligned with Bretford’s core strengths in productized, scalable solutions for schools.
Market Repositioning to Unlock Scalable Growth
As CEO of Catbird Networks, Randy led a strategic pivot that transformed the company from a web performance monitoring tool into an early SaaS provider focused on Internet security for community banks. By identifying a more urgent market need and refining the company’s value proposition, he repositioned the business to better align with customer pain points and regulatory demands. The result: Catbird rapidly scaled to over 500 customers in less than two years—an example of how strong technology, when matched with the right market, can drive exponential growth.
Repositioning a Failing Startup for Growth
Brought in as a turnaround expert for a nightlife tech startup burning capital with no viable revenue model, Randy led a full strategic reset. He identified core flaws in the original go-to-market plan, secured a complementary technology through acquisition, and repositioned the company around a data-driven solution that delivered real value to alcohol brands and venue operators. The result: early sales traction, renewed investor confidence, and a clear, scalable path to sustainable growth—turning a failing concept into a viable, insight-driven business.