Okay so, you're here because you're curious about AI, maybe a little skeptical, and definitely busy. You've heard the hype, but you just want to know how it can actually help your business in Spokane. Forget the big, abstract ideas for a minute. My approach is pretty simple: find a specific problem, apply a bit of AI to it, and see if it makes a noticeable difference. It's not about 'disrupting' anything, it's about making your day-to-day work a little easier, a little smarter.
I'm not gonna pretend I'm a huge corporation with an army of data scientists. I'm one person, and that means you get direct, honest communication from me. No project managers, no passing you off to junior staff. When you work with me, you work with me. And I think that's kinda important when you're exploring something as new and potentially confusing as AI for your Spokane business.
## What I actually do for Spokane clients
Most of my projects for Spokane clients fall into a few buckets. Sometimes it's about building a small AI pilot – something like automating a repetitive report, classifying customer feedback, or predicting a simple business outcome. We start small, test it, and if it works, we talk about making it bigger. It's about finding that 'aha!' moment where AI clearly saves you time or makes you a bit more money, rather than just being a cool tech demo.
Other times, it's more about building and integrating a specific AI model. Maybe you need a system to sift through a mountain of documents and extract key information, or a tool to personalize customer outreach without hiring three new people. I focus on practical applications that solve real business headaches. It's never about AI for AI's sake; it's always about solving a problem you already have.
## How a Spokane engagement usually goes
1. **Week 1-2: The 'What If?' Call & Discovery.** We start with a free 20-minute call to see if there's even a potential fit. If it seems promising, I'll send over a short questionnaire to get a better handle on your business. Then we'll have a deeper, paid discovery session (usually 2-3 hours) where we really dig into your challenges and data. By the end of this, I'll tell you if I think AI can help, and if so, what it might look like.
2. **Week 3-4: The 'Let's Try It' Proposal.** Based on our discovery, I'll put together a clear, fixed-fee proposal outlining a specific project with defined deliverables and a timeline. No vague hourly estimates, just a 'this is what you get, this is what it costs' kind of deal. This often includes a small, initial pilot project to prove the concept.
3. **Weeks 5-12 (or longer): Building & Testing.** This is where I get to work. I'll develop the AI solution, integrating it with your existing systems where needed. We'll have regular check-ins, and you'll get to see progress and give feedback. My goal is always to deliver something that actually works in your environment, not just in my development sandbox.
4. **Ongoing Support & Hand-off.** Once the solution is built and tested, I'll help you get it fully up and running. I'll provide documentation and, if needed, some training for your team. For some projects, I offer ongoing maintenance, but usually, my goal is to give you something you can own and operate yourself, or with minimal future intervention from me.
## What it costs, roughly
Look, I'm not gonna give you a number right here because every project is different. But I can tell you that I almost always work on a fixed-fee basis. That means you know the total cost upfront, no surprises. My projects typically start in the mid-four figures for a small pilot and can go into the lower-to-mid five figures for more complex, integrated solutions. I'm not the cheapest option, but I'm also not the most expensive. My goal is to deliver real value that justifies the investment.
## Who I'm usually NOT a fit for
I'm pretty upfront about this. If you're looking for someone to just talk 'strategy' for months without building anything, I'm probably not your guy. I'm a builder. Also, if you're a massive enterprise with hundreds of employees and a huge, complex IT department that requires weeks of vendor onboarding, I'm likely too small for your needs. My sweet spot is with small to medium-sized businesses in Spokane and beyond who need practical AI solutions to specific problems, without all the corporate overhead.
## Getting in touch
If any of this sounds like what you're looking for, and you're ready to explore how AI can genuinely help your business operations in Spokane, then let's chat. The easiest way to start is to book a 20-min call with me. It's a low-pressure way for us to figure out if there's a good fit. No hard sell, I promise.
FAQs — Spokane
How do I know if AI is worth it for my Spokane business?
The best way to figure this out is to identify a clear pain point or a repetitive task that takes up a lot of time. If you have a specific problem that involves data, or could benefit from automation, then AI might be a good fit. We can explore this together in an initial call.
Do you only work with companies in Spokane?
No, while I serve clients in Spokane, Washington, I actually work remotely with businesses across the United States. My physical location in Florida doesn't stop me from delivering great results wherever you are.
What does the first 2 weeks look like if I decide to work with you?
After our initial quick call, the first couple of weeks typically involve a deeper discovery session where we'll thoroughly discuss your business needs, current processes, and available data. This helps me understand exactly what problem we're trying to solve and how AI might fit.
I don't have a lot of technical knowledge. Is that a problem?
Not at all. I specialize in explaining complex AI concepts in plain language. My goal is to make AI accessible and understandable for business owners like you, without requiring you to become a tech expert. You focus on your business, I'll handle the AI.
Will I own the AI solution you build for my company?
Yes, absolutely. Once the project is complete and fully paid for, you will have ownership of the custom AI solution I develop for your business. I'll provide all necessary documentation for you to maintain and operate it.