Hi, I’m Shawn Thornton II, a native Detroiter, proud small business advocate, and founder of Smart Biz iT. I started this company with one simple goal: to help level the playing field for small businesses by giving them access to the same smart, secure, and scalable technology that big companies rely on, without the complexity or high cost.
With over 15 years of experience in business operations and strategy, including leading technology initiatives at Ford Motor Company in the connected and autonomous vehicle space, and serving as a Senior Technology Leader at Amazon, where I helped drive AI-powered solutions at scale, I’ve seen firsthand how the right technology, applied strategically, can transform how businesses operate and grow.
But I’ve also seen how small businesses often get left behind, overcharged, under-supported, or buried in jargon. That’s why I created Smart Biz iT: to bring enterprise-grade IT strategy and support to the local businesses that keep our community running.
Whether you're a solo entrepreneur or a growing 50-person team, I'm here to help you simplify, secure, and scale your IT, without the complexity.
“I believe when small businesses thrive, Detroit thrives. Let’s build something great, together.”
