Policy & AI Advisory
Trusted counsel.
Strategic vision.
Where policy expertise meets AI innovation.
Built on two decades of results.
Dr. Rarkimm Fields is a PhD-level policy and operations strategist who partners with healthcare, government, and enterprise leaders to navigate AI transformation with clarity and confidence.
PhD · MBA · MHA · MSITM · MSML · MSAJS · PMP® · Lobbying Certified · 20+ years executive experience
State Funding Secured
Years Executive Experience
LinkedIn Followers
Published Works
Leadership
Dr. Rarkimm Fields
A PhD-level policy and operations strategist who has spent two decades at the intersection of technology, healthcare, and government — building the bridges that executives need to move forward with confidence.
Dr. Fields has secured over $120 million in state funding for teacher preparation through legislative advocacy and coalition building. He is also the founder of Chic Chef Company, a national lifestyle brand blending culinary culture with modern entrepreneurship. Chic Chef Company products are distributed nationally through Whole Foods Market.
Today, Dr. Fields leads the Fields Ecosystem — a suite of consulting practices spanning AI strategy, government relations, and executive advisory. His proprietary consulting methodology, grounded in 398 tier-1 research sources and 112 validated analytical frameworks, delivers actionable roadmaps for organizations navigating digital transformation.
Credentials
PhD, Public Policy & Administration
Doctoral-level research in policy, governance, and organizational leadership
MBA
Business strategy, financial modeling, and executive management
MHA
Healthcare administration, systems management, and policy compliance
MSITM
Information technology management and digital transformation strategy
MSML
Management and leadership across complex organizations
MSAJS
Administration of justice and security policy frameworks
PMP® Certified
Project Management Professional — enterprise project delivery
Lobbying Certificate
Certified government affairs and legislative advocacy
Speaking & Advisory
Keynote topics
Available for keynotes, panels, workshops, and executive briefings.
AI Governance & Ethics
Frameworks for responsible AI deployment that satisfy boards, regulators, and stakeholders.
Policy Innovation
How legislative strategy and technology converge to create sustainable public outcomes.
GovCon AI Strategy
Navigating FedRAMP, federal AI procurement mandates, and compliance complexity with confidence.
Workforce Transformation
Building talent pipelines and competency frameworks for the AI-powered organization.
Higher Education & AI
Balancing AI innovation with academic integrity across universities and research institutions.
Executive Decision-Making
Moving from AI pilots to enterprise-scale deployment with clarity and measurable ROI.
Advisory Services
How we work together
Individual Engagement
Executive Coaching
One-on-one strategic advisory for C-suite leaders navigating AI transformation and policy complexity.
Governance Support
Board Advisory
AI readiness assessments, risk frameworks, and governance strategy for boards and leadership teams.
Enterprise Engagement
Strategic Consulting
Full-spectrum consulting from assessment through implementation, aligned to the Four Levels of AI Mastery.
Research & Writing
Published works
12 published works spanning public policy, AI governance, education, criminal justice, and economic equity.
Dissertation
The Ferguson Effect on Police Officers' Culture and Perceptions in Local Police Departments
PhD dissertation published on ProQuest examining how the Ferguson effect influences police culture, media perception, and civil liability attitudes.
ProQuest, 2019
Research Article
Police officers need liability insurance
Published analysis exploring accountability frameworks and the case for mandatory liability insurance in law enforcement.
Contexts.org, 2020
Policy & Equity
Building Equity Through Compliance: Advancing Justice, Diversity, and Inclusion in Federal Programs
Examines how compliance mechanisms foster justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within federal programs and contracting.
LinkedIn, 2025
AI & Society
Redefining Social Capital in the Age of AI: Opportunities, Challenges, and Ethical Imperatives
Explores how AI reshapes social capital, digital connectivity, and societal structures through a systems thinking approach.
LinkedIn, 2024
Project Management
From Planning to Impact: How Project Management Enhances Government Relations and Lobbying Efforts
Demonstrates how project management methodologies strengthen legislative strategy and advocacy outcomes.
Public Affairs Council, 2024
ESG & AI
Harnessing Generative AI and Systems Thinking for Equitable ESG Advocacy
Explores the intersection of generative AI and environmental, social, and governance advocacy using systems thinking.
LinkedIn, 2024
Education
Black Male Educators: Filling the Missing Piece & Igniting Success
Examines the critical shortage of Black male educators and strategies for recruitment and retention across American classrooms.
LinkedIn, 2024
Compliance
Navigating Compliance in Government Relations: Key Laws and Best Practices for Lobbying Professionals
Overview of federal, state, and local compliance requirements for government relations and lobbying professionals.
LinkedIn, 2023
AI & Policy
Revolutionizing Advocacy: How AI and ML Are Transforming Government Relations
Examines how AI and machine learning are transforming lobbying, predictive analytics, and constituent engagement.
Public Affairs Council, 2023
Economic Equity
Overcoming the Obstacles: Challenges for Minority-Owned Businesses Seeking Capital in Arizona
Analyzes barriers to capital access for minority-owned businesses in Arizona and strategies for economic equity.
LinkedIn, 2023
Government Relations
Leveraging Public Policy: A Guide for Government Relations Professionals
Strategic guide for leveraging public policy to achieve client goals in government relations practice.
LinkedIn, 2023
Criminal Justice
Breaking the Cycle: How Pell Grants Can Empower Formerly Incarcerated Individuals
Discusses the benefits of restoring Pell Grant eligibility for formerly incarcerated individuals and reducing recidivism.
LinkedIn, 2023
Newsletter
Tech Policy Pulse
A LinkedIn newsletter covering the intersection of AI strategy, federal policy, and enterprise leadership. Trusted by 14,000+ professionals.
Each edition analyzes breaking AI policy developments, enterprise adoption data, and actionable frameworks — drawing from a methodology grounded in 398 tier-1 research sources and 112 validated analytical frameworks.
Newsletter · Substack
The Four Levels
Long-form essays on AI maturity, enterprise strategy, and the leadership mindsets that separate Level 1 experimentation from Level 9 execution.
A deeper cut: frameworks, case studies, and executive-grade analysis drawn from 398 tier-1 research sources, 112 validated analytical frameworks, and 62 specialized AI systems.
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