About

Hi there! I'm Phil Dearson - an idealistic skeptic creating systems for independence.

About
No AI was involved in the generation of this photo. I really am that bald.

Strong opinions, lightly held.

I’m Phil Dearson and I run Volcano Base. I do that on my own, with a collection of AI workers. I’m also lucky to have an extensive network of friends that can do all sorts of stuff I can’t do myself.

Here’s more information about the automation and AI services.

I have a background in performing arts but, since the invention of the web, I’ve been advising organisations about all manner of digital “stuff”. If you want the professional-sounding crap, here’s my LinkedIn profile.

People tell me my newsletter is pretty good. It goes out every Friday with useful technology tips for small businesses. You can get it at the bottom of this page. Join 1000+ clever-clogs just like you.

Um, what else?

I have a dog, nuclear family and live in a village on the Kent Downs, so I lucked-out at life. Want a picture of the dog? Here’s one.

Nyssa I shall snoot you in your face!


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