Find the right way to work together.
Every business is at a different spot with AI, so a single hourly number rarely tells the whole story. Answer three quick questions and I'll point you to the engagement that fits, and what it typically runs.
Or just pick a starting point.
Indicative pricing to set expectations. We confirm scope on a short call before anything starts. No surprises, and no retainer you can't exit.
Advisory & build
- ✓ Pay only for what it takes
- ✓ Strategy, building, or pairing
- ✓ No minimum retainer
- ✓ Great for a defined task
AI Strategy Sprint
- ✓ Opportunity & workflow audit
- ✓ Prioritized roadmap
- ✓ A clear first build to start
- ✓ 90-min working session
Fractional AI lead
- ✓ Owns AI end to end
- ✓ Monthly roadmap + builds
- ✓ Direct line to me
- ✓ Scale up or down anytime
Invoicing and payments run through Stripe, so it's secure and I never see your card details. Larger or custom builds are quoted after a scoping call.
Pricing, answered straight.
How much does an AI consultant cost?
Independent AI consultants typically run $150 to $400 per hour in 2026, with agencies and big firms charging considerably more. My hourly work runs $175 to $250, and most clients start with a fixed-price strategy sprint from $2,500 so the cost is known up front.
Hourly, sprint, or fractional: which should I pick?
Pick hourly for a defined task, a sprint when you need a credible plan and a first win, and fractional when you want someone to own AI for your company month over month. If you're not sure, the three-question helper above will point you to the right fit.
Do you only work with companies in Dallas-Fort Worth?
No. I'm based in Dallas-Fort Worth and happy to be on-site locally, but most engagements run remote and I work with teams everywhere.
What happens on the first call?
Twenty to thirty minutes, no charge. You tell me what you're trying to move, I tell you the fastest realistic path and what it would cost. If I'm not the right fit, I'll say so and point you somewhere better.
Want the full market picture? Read how much an AI consultant costs in 2026.