AI that scales your business, not your overhead
Enterprise-level AI advantage – finally accessible for SMBs with $1-20M ARR
While your competitors with 10x your resources are deploying AI right now, you do not need their budgets or technical teams to compete. Our proprietary 8 Value Drivers Framework identifies exactly where AI will multiply your team’s capabilities, delivering measurable wins in just 90 days.
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A line is being drawn
You’re either leveraging AI, or being left behind by those who are.
But for many growing businesses, the reality is more complicated. Limited time. No in-house data team. Competing priorities.
AI won’t replace humans. But humans with AI will replace humans without it.
KARIM LAKHANI, HARVARD BUSSINESS SCHOOL
of U.S. companies are already using AI
of strategy leaders call it “mission-critical”
Move from AI uncertainty to clarity and confidence.
Some companies are using AI to move faster, cut costs, and outperform at scale. Others are struggling, not because they aren’t capable, but because they haven’t yet found the right path forward.
The gap is widening. For growth-stage companies, this moment matters. It’s still early enough to gain a meaningful advantage, but that window is closing quickly.
Our Proven Solution
Why most SMBs struggle with AI, and how we make it simple
Here’s what’s holding them back, and how AI District clears the path forward:
"We're drowning in AI options but can't see a clear path forward"
We map a focused 12-month roadmap, frequently in less than 4 weeks, cutting through the noise to identify what will actually move the needle.
"We can't afford to hire specialized AI talent"
Our senior team handles implementation while your staff gain practical skills – no new hires or job titles required.
"Our data's not clean or organized enough."
Our refinement sprints include the data preparation that 72% of SMBs cite as their biggest barrier to AI adoption.
"Our team is resistant to new technology."
Our Human-First workshops position AI as a helpful assistant that makes your people more valuable, not replaceable. We have seen job satisfaction increase significantly as teams can focus on meaningful, stimulating work instead of repetitive tasks. Most of the workforce are coming around to the realization that AI is here to stay, and it won’t replace your jobs. But people who use AI will. Your staff will thank you.
"We're worried about compliance and security."
Our Ethics & Compliance Quick Check helps you stay ahead of evolving regulations – including GDPR, SOC 2, and the EU AI Act. Our team includes seasoned specialists in AI ethics and compliance, with decades of experience supporting international standards and governance at companies such as Google.
Take the guesswork out of AI. Let’s map your next 12 months together.
Proven Track Record
Trusted by industry icons
TRUSTED BY HIGH-GROWTH FOUNDERS WORLDWIDE
entrepreneurs trained
client revenue generated
features and publications
Our proprietary 8 Value Drivers Framework
Where others see automation, we see multiplication
Over the last two decades, we’ve built more than sixty 8-figure businesses and taught over 3 million entrepreneurs how to grow smarter. What we discovered? Most companies use AI to automate tasks. We use it to multiply performance across the entire business.
That’s the power of our 8 Value Drivers Framework, a proven, proprietary system that pinpoints exactly where human-AI collaboration drives exponential value. It’s not about replacing people. It’s about unlocking what’s possible when you give your people intelligent tools that scale their impact.
The “8 Value Drivers Framework”
is changing the game
Create rapid results where they matter most
Financial Impact
Invoice-QA Bot flags 98% of billing errors before they hit the books, saving thousands and strengthening vendor trust.
Customer Engagement
A multilingual AI concierge resolves 70% of tier-one support tickets overnight – no extra hires required.
Operational Efficiency
Predictive staffing model cut contractor costs by 12% while improving delivery timelines and profit margins.
Strategic Advantage
A competitive intelligence system surfaced market trends 4x faster than manual research, providing the client with a first-mover advantage.
Brand Amplification
AI-powered content engine tripled creative output while protecting brand voice, keeping the client top of mind without burning out
the team.
Introduce one Value Driver and move the needle. Master all eight, and reimagine the impossible.
Our Services
Built for ambitious SMBs ready to win with AI
You don’t need a PhD, a massive tech team, or a crystal-clear database. You just need the right strategy, the right support, and the right partner.
AI Strategy Roadmap
Turn "Where do we start?" into a clear 12-month plan.
We work with your leadership team to create a focused, ROI-driven roadmap aligned with your goals. In four weeks or less, you’ll know exactly where AI fits in your business, and how to get results fast.
- Prioritized opportunities
- Identify opportunities for ROI
- 12-month rollout plan
- Gain strategic clarity
Custom AI Agents
Our custom AI Agents embed into your operations, functioning as trusted colleagues and scalable extensions of your team.
Grow profitably without inflating headcount or cost.
- Concept to implementation
- Less time managing operations
- Scale without recruiting limitations
- Surpass your competitors while working less
Custom AI Solutions & Integration
From whiteboard to functioning AI, in weeks, not years.
We build and implement tailored AI solutions – from chat agents to intelligent automation – designed to solve real challenges at scale. Already using tools? We integrate with what works and optimize the rest to support your next phase of growth.
- Custom sprints: design, deploy, and drive measurable impact
- Natural language processing, predictive models & more
- Seamless integration with your current tech
- Support and guidance throughout the whole process
AI Data Readiness Assessment
Put your data to work - without the cleanup chaos
Perfect data isn’t required. We evaluate your infrastructure and focus on what matters most; setting the stage for reliable and measurable ROI.
- Infrastructure review
- Governance check
- "Minimum viable data" strategy
- Fast-track setup for AI success
Human-First AI Training
Upskill your team. No intimidation. No overwhelm.
AI shouldn’t feel like a threat. Our hands-on training equips your people with practical, role-specific skills that increase productivity, confidence, and buy-in.
- Role-based training (marketing, ops, support & more)
- "Co-pilot mindset shift" - with use case examples
- Train the Trainers: Increase buy-in and AI adoption
- Leadership team and change management sessions
Rapid Impact Services
Move fast. Showcase ROI. Build momentum.
AI QuickStart (2 weeks)
Identify and prioritize your best AI opportunities
AI Opportunity Sprint (1–2 days)
Intensive workshop to define high-impact use cases
AI Pilot Program (4–6 weeks)
Build and deploy specific use cases to verify ROI
Fractional Chief AI Officer
Executive-level support without the full-time cost
Compliance Quick Check
Stay ahead of AI ethics, GDPR, SOC-2, HIPAA, and the EU AI Act
Revenue Acceleration
AI-powered lead generation, sales funnels & automation
AI Competitive Advantage Scan
Uncover the AI advantage your competitors won’t see coming
Rapid Impact Services
Move fast. Showcase ROI. Build momentum.
AI QuickStart (2 weeks)
Identify and prioritize your best AI opportunities
AI Opportunity Sprint (1–2 days)
Intensive workshop to define high-impact use cases
AI Pilot Program (4–6 weeks)
Build and deploy specific use cases to prove ROI
Fractional Chief AI Officer
Executive-level support without the full-time cost
Compliance Quick Check
Stay ahead of AI ethics, GDPR, SOC-2, HIPAA, and the EU AI Act
Revenue Acceleration
AI-powered lead generation, sales funnels & automation
AI Competitive Advantage Scan
See where AI can give you an edge your competitors can’t match
Success Stories
Trusted by business titans.
Chosen by growing teams like yours.
“They made AI finally make sense for our business.”
ATTENDEE, RICHARD BRANSON’S BUSINESS LEADERSHIP RETREAT
Kane Minkus, our co-founder, presented AI strategies at Sir Richard Branson’s private home.
We use AI with clarity and confidence, thanks to Kane , Alessia and their teams.
PARTICIPANT, TONY ROBBINS’ BUSINESS MASTERY PROGRAM
Our leadership team has trained business owners on AI adoption at Tony Robbins’ Business Mastery program.
What could AI do for your business?
Creative Agency
+$140K MRR in 90 Days
Built a GPT-powered content engine that tripled output without adding headcount, unlocking new monthly recurring revenue while maintaining quality.
Law Firm
63% Less Admin Time, 2x Partner Focus
Deployed an onboarding bot that saved 20+ hours/week. Partners reclaimed billable hours, clients got faster service, and staff morale skyrocketed.
Fintech Saas
$1.2M in Fraud Exposure Prevented
AI-powered fraud detection flagged major anomalies in Month 1, saving the team from potentially catastrophic financial risk.
Startup Ops Team
From "Where do we start?" to full deployment in 6 weeks
We took a small, overwhelmed team through our AI Opportunity Sprint.
The Human First AI Method
A proven human centric AI approach for
rapid scaling
Agile by design. Tailored for scaleups. Proven to drive ROI.
We move fast and strategically – through six focused sprints engineered for real-world momentum
Discovery Sprint
Assessment Sprint
Refinement Sprint
Design Sprint
Implementation Sprint
Optimization Sprint
Discover. Deploy. Deliver. ,
We analyze your business model, goals, and constraints to uncover where AI delivers the highest leverage – cutting through the noise with clarity and actionable direction.
Remove the friction. Automate what matters most
Using our proprietary 8 Value Drivers Framework, we audit your operations and uncover where AI will make the biggest impact, across revenue, efficiency, team capacity, and competitive edge.
Build on solid ground
Before AI can scale, your systems need structure. We optimize what’s under the hood – removing chaos, streamlining operations, and setting the stage for real results.
Where vision meets precision
We don’t just build AI solutions – we engineer outcomes. Every workflow, agent, and system is designed with precision and created to solve real-world challenges faced by scaleups.
Launch Fast, Disrupt Nothing
Short, high-impact sprints that move fast without disruption. Your team stays on track while we do the heavy lifting.
Scale. Sharpen. Repeat
After deployment, keep partnering with us to refine performance and unlock new value as your business evolves.
Discover. Deploy. Deliver.
We analyze your business model, goals, and constraints to uncover where AI delivers the highest leverage - cutting through the noise with clarity and actionable direction.
Remove the friction. Automate what matters most.
Using our proprietary 8 Value Drivers Framework, we audit your operations and uncover where AI will make the biggest impact across revenue, efficiency, team capacity, and competitive edge.
Build on solid ground
Before AI can scale, your systems need structure. We optimize what’s under the hood - removing chaos, streamlining operations, and setting the stage for real results.
Where vision meets precision
We don’t just build AI solutions - we engineer outcomes. Every workflow, agent, and system is designed with precision and created to solve real-world challenges faced by scaleups.
Launch Fast, Disrupt Nothing
Short, high-impact sprints that move fast without disruption. Your team stays on track while we do the heavy lifting.
Scale. Sharpen. Repeat
After deployment, keep partnering with us to refine performance and unlock new value as your business evolves.
Our Founders
Led by visionaries. Trusted by industry titans.
Built for businesses like yours.
From billion-dollar outcomes to startup grit our leadership brings a rare blend of vision and execution.
AI District Consulting is guided by proven scale-up experts and supported by a global bench of senior advisors who understand technology, business strategy, and the specific challenges faced by scaleups.
Co-Founder & Elite Business Advisor
Kane Minkus is a global business strategist with over $2B in influenced sales and a trusted advisor to elite entrepreneurs around the world. He has taught AI at Tony Robbins’ Business Mastery program and has educated 3M+ entrepreneurs over the past two decades. With his vast experience scaling 8- and 9-figure companies across five continents, Kane brings a unique blend of strategic innovation and performance psychology to high-growth, high-pressure environments.
Co-Founder & CEO, Scaleup Architect
Jessica Shelley is an award-winning entrepreneur who contributed to developing a product portfolio that generated over €500 million in market value and led 819% revenue growth in just three years. Known for her operational expertise in hyper-growth environments, she has helped companies achieve recognition in the Financial Times 1000, Deloitte Fast 50, and the United Nations Development Programme SDG Awards. Today, she leads our mission to bring human-centric AI solutions to scaleup businesses worldwide.
Meet the Minds Behind the Magic
Your Strategic Growth Partners
Our consulting team brings decades of combined experience in AI implementation, automation strategy, and business transformation. Each expert is hand-selected for their technical precision and proven impact across startups, scaleups, and enterprise clients alike. Now, you can put that same talent to work for your business – because with us,
our talent becomes your talent.
Partner, AI District Consulting, AI I MBA
Alessia Minkus is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur and international scaling mentor who has built nine 7- and 8-figure businesses, generating over $500M. As a Partner at AI District Consulting, she brings decades of expertise in mentorship, investment, and growth strategy. Her work has empowered over 3 million entrepreneurs and earned her global recognition as a renowned speaker and trainer.
Co-Founder & Partner, AI District Consulting
Khaïry Varre is a strategic business leader with 15+ years driving transformation inside high-growth multimillion-dollar companies and ventures up to $6B. A master of simplifying complexity, she helps founders scale with clarity, margin, and momentum. Her genius lies in designing intelligent, high-growth models that reduce chaos and unlock real leadership at every stage of scale.
Chief AI Ethics & Compliance Officer
Égo Obi is a globally recognized AI ethics and compliance leader with over 25 years of experience, including nearly two decades at Google spearheading international AI ethics initiatives. As Chief AI Ethics & Compliance Officer, she ensures responsible AI development and governance. Featured in publications like Brainz Magazine and Marquis Who’s Who, Égo is also a sought-after speaker and mentor.
Lead Data Scientist, AI District Consulting
Lydie is a seasoned data scientist and information strategist with global experience leading institutional and federal data initiatives. As Lead Data Scientist at AI District Consulting, she brings deep expertise in research analytics, data systems, and communication design. She has trained over 3,500 professionals across six countries and is the author of more than 70 professional publications.
Senior AI Branding Strategist
Athena Todd is a senior AI brand strategist and cross-cultural positioning expert who helps mission-driven leaders amplify brand visibility and authority. With 16+ years of experience, she combines East-West strategy with AI-powered systems to streamline operations and elevate executive presence, earning global recognition for transformational, high-impact brand growth.
Senior Implementation Strategist, AI District Consulting
Martin-Leo Uvizl is a seasoned business strategist specializing in rapid deployment of transformative strategies and programs. With a global perspective and a track record of enhancing business performance, he excels in integrating customized IT solutions and innovative marketing strategies to elevate brands and drive substantial growth across diverse industries.
AI Business Strategist, AI District Consulting
Christina Ramos is an AI Business Strategist with expertise in AI automation, data analytics, and generative technologies. She empowers clients to integrate AI into core operations, transforming decision-making and customer engagement through tailored, high-impact solutions that drive measurable growth and sustained competitive advantage.
Featured Strategic Partners
Powering Complex AI Transformations at Scale
Jordan Gurrieri
Partner Spotlight: BlueLabel
Financial Times 1000 List, Inc. 5000 list, Clutch Award Winner, Webby Award Winner
20+ Years. 300+ Products. One Relentless AI Visionary.
Jordan is the co-founder and CEO of BlueLabel, a key strategic AI implementation partner of AI District. Blue Label is an award-winning, full-service generative AI consultancy with an impeccable track record of driving AI innovation. Jordan brings over 20 years of experience in delivering complex, enterprise-grade ML and generative AI solutions, along with strong product strategy. He and his experienced team excel at building and scaling AI-powered agents that streamline operations and foster innovation. Prior to co-founding BlueLabel, Jordan spent nearly a decade in leadership at Microsoft and has a strong background in automation engineering, having developed over 300 digital products across various industries.
Our Extensive Partner Network
At AI District Consulting, we collaborate with an elite network of over ten award-winning AI, ML, and product development teams across the globe. Every partner has been hand-selected for their deep technical expertise, proven business acumen, and consistent delivery of world-class results. Our shared mission is simple: to provide every client with exceptional outcomes and an unmatched experience.
Our network includes top-tier specialists in AI implementation, machine learning, GPT development, full-stack engineering, DevOps, and AI-powered workflow automation. These teams are backed by experience from industry leaders such as Microsoft, Google, Adobe, Atlassian, and high-growth Y Combinator startups. They blend cutting-edge technology with user-centric design to create scalable, high-performance solutions tailored to the unique needs of startups, scaleups, and enterprise clients alike.
Whether you’re launching a new AI product or integrating automation into core operations, our partners bring speed, clarity, and precision – without the enterprise price tag.
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Market-leading outcomes, delivered at startup speed. Without the red tape.
Startups and scaleups are being left behind in the AI revolution.
Top-tier consultancies aren’t particularly interested in smaller projects, or when they do accept them, they bring bloated teams, six-figure decks, and zero understanding of what fast-moving companies actually need.
Bringing enterprise muscle to startup problems often creates more friction than progress. What you want is enterprise results – without the associated bureaucracy.
At the other end of the spectrum? One-man tech shops making bold promises they can’t deliver. A laptop, a landing page, and claims to “fix your business in three days.”
Neither is built for you. That’s why we created AI District.
We’re the first credible consultancy purpose-built for startups and scaleups. We offer proven, real-world AI implementation and business strategy, functioning systems, integrated workflows, and measurable ROI.
We’re more than consultants – we’ve been in your shoes, having built over 40 of our own 7- and 8-figure businesses. We know the urgency, the pressure, and the opportunity that defines the scaleup life.
- We simplify.
- We integrate.
- We build what works for your business
Affordable access to world-renowned AI experts who’ve done it themselves
Why Choose AI District Consulting
Award Winning Team
Our team and partners include seasoned entrepreneurs who have built over 40 of our own 7- and 8-figure businesses. We are a group of AI business strategists, researchers, data scientists, and engineers with advanced degrees and real-world experience from leading institutions. We’ve built a library of proprietary AI agents, co-pilots, apps, workflows, and integrations across more than 40 industries, and we apply that expertise to everything we do.
Cross-Industry Expertise
Our consultants bring proven experience across 40+ industries. Unlike firms that learn on your dime, we deliver strategic AI implementation with precision – saving you time, money, and stress by getting it right the first time.
Diversity By Design
We’re an unusually diverse team, having done business in over 80 countries. Our extended team speaks more than 10 languages, represents a wide range of ethnic backgrounds, and proudly features strong female representation at every level of the business. We champion diversity and the fresh perspectives it brings to innovation, strategy, and execution.
SMB-Specific Solutions
Everything we do is sized and priced for $1-20M companies. We prioritize practical business outcomes that are right for your business over technical complexity.
Ethical AI
We design solutions with fairness, transparency, and responsibility at their core. Our team includes AI ethics specialists with global experience in compliance and deploying regulated AI systems.
Fast ROI Mandate
Every engagement has a 4- to 6-week major milestone baked in. You are not corporate, and neither are we! In our shared world, speed is mission critical. We get you launched, fast.
Transparent, Stage-Based Pricing
No hidden fees. No runaway scope. Just honest communication, transparency, and full control over your investment at every stage.
Human-First DNA
Agents and strategic initiatives built to amplify – not replace – your people. We design AI to enhance human potential, not compete with it, ensuring your team stays empowered, supported, and central to every transformation. Because real progress happens when people and technology work together.
Department-Level Playbooks
Our team has generated over $2B in revenue and built multiple 8-figure businesses. We understand the technology and the business alike. That’s why we implement proven, holistic solutions that your entire team can adopt with confidence.
We are not here to sell you AI, you already know you need it.
We are here as your trusted partners to ensure AI works- for your business, your people, and your future.
Your Competitors Aren’t Waiting. Why Should You?
You have questions, we have answers
Frequently asked questions
How fast can we see an ROI?
While every project is different, many clients recoup their investment within four months because we target high-leverage value drivers, not vanity projects.
Will my team resist the technology?
Our Human-First approach positions AI as a tool that makes your people more valuable, not replaceable. Adoption workshops ensure your team embraces the change.
Do we need clean, organized data first?
No – and in fact, less than 3% of our clients do.
Getting your data AI-ready is a valuable project in itself, and it’s essential for unlocking your business’s full potential. The right data empowers smarter decisions and accelerated growth. Without it, you’re essentially driving blind.
Did you know that 72% of SMBs cite poor data readiness as their biggest barrier to adopting AI?
We can help you navigate this challenge – so you can move forward with confidence, clarity, and AI readiness.
We're not tech experts – can we really implement AI successfully?
Absolutely. You don’t need any technical background – that’s what we’re here for. We handle the heavy lifting, from selecting the right tools to integration. We also train your team so they feel comfortable.
Is AI relevant to a business like ours?
Yes. AI is transforming all kinds of companies, of all shapes and sizes. From drafting documents and analyzing financial data to personalizing marketing and automating client follow-ups, there are opportunities in every field.
What about privacy, security, or ethical risks with AI?
We take those very seriously. AI ethics & compliance are foundational considerations in all our processes.