How I Run a Full-Scale AI Consultancy Solo
I run Yolaine LTD solo. That might sound unusual for a company handling complex AI architecture and fintech integrations. It's actually my competitive advantage. I own every decision. I ship faster. You get direct access to the person building your solution - no account managers, no hand-offs, no miscommunications.
The result: Custom AI solutions deployed in 1-4 weeks at 70% less than agency pricing, with the attention to detail only a solo founder can provide.
Tracy Yolaine Ngot
Solo Founder & AI Architect
Experience
10+ years, Former CTO at Fair HQ & WPP 40+ AI implementations delivered
Results
70% avg cost reduction 1-4 week delivery times Enterprise-grade quality
Education
ESIEE Paris (France's top engineering school)
My Journey: From CTO to Solo Founder
I spent 8 years as a technical leader at multiple companies, building enterprise-scale AI systems. I was good at the technical side - architecture, LLM optimization, compliance frameworks. I led teams at Fair HQ and WPP, working on everything from startup MVPs to Fortune 500 transformations.
But I noticed something: Most AI projects fail not because the technology is bad, but because teams overcomplicate it. They hire 5-person teams to solve problems that don't need 5 people. They spend 6 months building what could ship in 6 weeks.
In 2023, I decided to test a hypothesis: Could one person, with deep expertise and the right process, deliver better results faster and cheaper? The answer was yes.
I've since helped 40+ companies automate workflows, reduce costs by 70%, and scale operations they thought were impossible to improve. I've done this solo while maintaining the quality and expertise that used to require a full team.
“I don't fake expertise. If I don't know something, I tell you and I solve it together. My reputation depends entirely on results.”
What I Build
AI Chatbots & Support Automation
Your support team handles 200+ tickets daily. I build AI that answers 70-80% of them automatically, trained on your specific knowledge base and tone.
Result: 70% cost reduction in 30 days
Custom AI Agents & Integration
Off-the-shelf AI doesn't understand your business. I build custom agents trained on your proprietary data - your successful strategies, customer patterns, operational workflows.
Result: AI that makes decisions aligned with your goals, not generic advice
AI Strategy & Architecture
Not sure where automation matters in your business? I audit your workflows, identify the highest-impact opportunities, and design an AI implementation roadmap that actually works.
Specialization: Fintech, SaaS, Operations
How I Work Differently
Fast
Most consultants take 3-6 months to scope, propose, and begin work. I scope your project in a single call, provide a proposal within 48 hours, and deploy solutions in 1-4 weeks.
Transparent
You see my actual toolkit ($247/month in tools), my pricing breakdown, my methodology. No hidden fees. No upselling you into solutions you don't need.
Accountable
You're working directly with the person building your solution. No account manager loses context between calls. No “let me check with my team.” It's me, my expertise, and your success.
Practical
I don't sell theory. I've implemented these solutions 40+ times. I know what works, what fails, and why. I share those learnings openly.
Why Solo Works Better (For This Work)
Working solo, I have different constraints: I can't fake expertise - if I don't know something, I tell you and I solve it together. I'm invested in your success - my reputation depends entirely on results. I move fast - no meetings to schedule, no approval chains. Your 4pm idea can be prototyped by 6pm.
Who I Work With Best
Perfect Fit
I work with founders, CTOs, and operations leaders who:
- Understand that automation is a business problem, not just a tech problem
- Want direct access to the person building their solution
- Value speed and transparency over polished sales decks
- Are open to unconventional solutions
Probably Not A Fit
- Need a large team (I'm one person by design)
- Want an 18-month contract with rigid requirements
- Are looking for the cheapest option
- Expect zero learning curve
Ready to Automate Your Business?
If you're curious whether AI can improve your specific workflows, I offer a free 30-minute audit:
- I'll ask about your biggest operational bottleneck
- I'll walk through how I'd approach it
- I'll estimate timeline and rough investment
- Zero sales pitch - just honest assessment
P.S. If you're not sure if this is for you, read my blog. I write about real automation projects - the ones that worked and the ones that didn't. That'll give you a better sense of how I think.