AI Consulting Services¶

I'm Ford Lascari, and this is my independent consulting practice.

I partner with to technical leaders to ship production-ready AI solutions that deliver measurable business value.

I don't just give advice — I do the work with you.

Have an idea? Reach out.

If you're a startup founder or technical leader looking to cut through the AI hype and build something that actually delivers value, I can help.

Expertise¶

• Implementation:
  • Architecting production-ready AI systems focused on rapid iteration cycles and data-driven validation.
• Strategy:
  • Evaluating where AI can create the most value in your product and helping drive the roadmap to get there.
• Enablement:
  • Upskilling your engineering teams to build with LLMs through direct guidance.

Testimonials¶

“Ford rapidly built a robust AI solution that let us go to market with confidence. His strategic insight and deep LLM expertise make him more than an engineer—he’s like a CTO invested in delivering high-quality results.”

— Alex Klein, CEO at DeepNeed AI

“Had an outstanding experience working with Ford. His expertise and organization transformed our project from start to finish. He skillfully coordinated the team, ensuring everyone stayed aligned and on track, while also managing timelines and deliverables with impressive efficiency.”

— Arseny Shatokhin, Founder at VRSEN AI

“Ford delivered exactly what we needed—an encapsulated turmeric knowledge base we can train ourselves. He combined sincere commitment with deep AI expertise to help us meet our goal.”

— Ed Taylor, Owner of The American Turmeric Company

Background¶

I started my career building missile defense systems for the US government—where failure wasn't an option and every system had to work in production.

When generative AI emerged, I saw its massive potential, but also recognized that turning potential into practical solutions would be the real challenge.

Instead of just theorizing, I dove in and built.

Lots of experiments, lots of failures, and crucially—lots of learning about what actually works.

This hands-on approach led me to work with some of the most innovative AI companies pushing the boundaries:

• Width AI: Built and shipped RAG systems and agent platforms that actually improved user experiences, not just demos
• Morningside AI: Developed agent platforms that scaled reliably in production, serving real customers
• VRSEN AI: Helped companies transform promising AI concepts into production systems that delivered value

Every startup founder and technical leader I worked with asked the same thing: "This technology seems amazing, but how do we actually make it useful for our business?"

That's exactly what I help companies figure out—turning AI potential into shipped products that work.

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Some of my clients¶

Plus startups like Deepneed AI, Reverb Reports, Juice AI, Hawken AI, and ReadyRNs that are actively shipping AI features to their customers.

What these projects share: practical AI that ships quickly and delivers real value.

No science experiments – just solutions that work.

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Minimize Regret, Maximize Results¶

I've seen startups spend months building AI features that never reach users, and companies invest heavily in models that don't solve real problems.

I can't promise you'll find immediate product-market fit, but I can promise to help you:

• Move fast with clear success metrics from day one
• Test core assumptions before heavy investment
• Focus resources on what actually moves your business forward

My role is straightforward:

Help you see which AI challenges are genuinely complex (and need careful planning) versus which ones have proven solutions we can implement quickly.

It's about making smart bets with your AI investments and avoiding the costly detours that derail so many teams.

When we work together, you'll know exactly what's working, what isn't, and what to do next.

Engagements and Pricing¶

• Subscription Model: $4,000/month
  • Weekly Strategy Sessions, Unlimited Support
• Strategic Projects: From $12k
  • Fixed-Scope Initiatives with Clear Deliverables and Measurable Outcomes
• Embedding Consulting: From $25k
  • Full Transformation of your AI Development Process

No Hourly Rates

No Hidden Fees

If it's not working, I'm happy to refund your fees.

For engagements beyond async support, I ask for at least a 3-month commitment.

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