First Strategy

First Strategy is a strategic consulting and advisory firm founded by Anthony Franco—AI author, entrepreneur, and consultant. We specialize in helping leaders and business owners simplify growth, strategically implement AI-driven automation, and build businesses positioned for maximum value at exit. Using our proprietary framework—AI First Principles—we cut through the complexity, providing clear, actionable strategies that deliver practical results, not theoretical advice. Whether you’re launching a new product, scaling operations, or planning a strategic exit, First Strategy ensures your decisions today create sustainable value for tomorrow. Our approach uniquely combines AI expertise, human-centered design thinking, and entrepreneurial rigor—built on Anthony Franco’s experience from founding and exiting multiple successful businesses, advising Fortune 100 companies, and pioneering practical AI methodologies. At First Strategy, we don't just talk about the future—we help you build it now, intelligently and practically.