Software Engineering Leadership Services

AI Consulting

Are you ready for the AI revolution? I can help you get there. Whether you're looking to build a new product, optimize your existing workflows, or simply stay ahead of the curve, I'm here to guide you every step of the way. My approach follows the adoption lifecycle.

• My AI Adoption Lifecycle
• Education & Awareness

  Phase 1

  Sure, it’s tempting to get swept up in the hype of new tech, but real results come from solving real problems—not just slapping AI on everything and hoping for the best. That’s where I come in. I help you cut through the noise, focus on what actually matters, and use AI to tackle the challenges that are holding you back right now. Let’s skip the buzzwords and get to work.

• Adoption

  Phase 2

  I thrive leading teams, collaborating closely, or diving into the code myself—to deliver AI solutions that work. Whether it’s implementing tools, training your team, or establishing best practices, I bring the right mix of strategy, technical skill, and practicality to solve your toughest challenges and turn AI hype into real results.

• Scale

  Phase 3

  Once adopted and proving value, I work to optimize AI operations for maximum impact, expand use cases, and measure ROI across the organization.

• Sustainability

  Phase 4

  AI isn’t a ‘set it and forget it’ solution—it’s a journey. I ensure long-term success by providing ongoing maintenance, support, and the flexibility to adapt as new AI developments emerge. My goal? To keep your systems running smoothly, evolving with your needs, and delivering value for the long haul.

Fractional CTO

For Startups

When you need CTO-level insight but aren't ready to commit to a full-time leader, I jump in to quickly get you on a path to delivering your investor-ready MVP, establishing best practices for delivery, or building your team. With multiple startups under my belt, I'll guide you to adopt best practices for your startup, refine and deliver MVPs, and keep you nimble, capital-efficient, and poised for rapid growth.

For Small- to Mid-Sized Businesses

For small- to mid-sized businesses that have outgrown their initial tech setup or are between technical leaders, I provide part-time executive leadership to guide strategic planning without the overhead of a full-time CTO. From modernizing legacy infrastructure to rethinking workflow inefficiencies, I'll help you streamline engineering practices, make data-driven investments, and maintain a competitive edge in your market—all while respecting your existing culture and budget constraints.

Turnaround Services

For Executives

I love solving tough organizational and engineering challenges. If you're seeing your technology spend outpace delivery or suffering from a lack of visibility, alignment, or measurable outcomes, I can help get your team back on track. Every company is different, so I start by understanding your goals and culture. Then I apply my "top‐down, bottom‐up" approach, looking at people, processes, and technology across both leadership and technical levels to drive sustainable, lasting improvements.

For the Technology Team

I've rebuilt and stabilized engineering groups at multiple organizations, so I know how frustrating it is to work hard while feeling misunderstood—like "the business" just doesn't get it. Rather than blame or judge what's come before, I work to understand the existing dynamics, respect everyone's expertise, and collaborate on practical solutions that deliver real results. My approach honors your experience, aims to reduce friction, and enables you to do your best work.

Turnaround Highlights

• 300% increase in output with a 40% decrease in spend at one company in under 6 months
• 3x acceleration of front-end development in under 3 months
• Complete cultural realignment of a technology team—from working against the company to proactively delivering the right solutions

Software Engineering

I still enjoy designing and building when I'm not leading. If your team needs a quick turnaround—whether that's a prototype, proof-of-concept, or refactoring an existing codebase—I'm ready to jump in. Over the years, I've built and led design, product, engineering, and data teams, as well as entire technical organizations.

Recently, I developed an Agentic RAG system to power a marketplace and wrote an article about my approach. You can read the details in my Agentic RAG article. For more examples of my work, check out my GitHub profile.