I started as a small business owner in Chicago back in 2010, running a fast-casual chicken wing restaurant and later a marketing agency. Back then, AI wasn’t even on the radar — it was just me, long hours, and wearing every hat you can imagine to keep things running.

ABC7's Steve Dolinsky from Hungry Hound filming in my restaurant in 2010

Over the years, I learned firsthand how overwhelming it can be to juggle everything: managing staff, serving customers, keeping track of leads, creating marketing campaigns, and making sure the bills get paid.

Fast-forward to today, when AI tools have become accessible to everyday business owners. I realized these tools could take over the repetitive, time-consuming work that once ate up my days — things like writing ad copy, creating content, building marketing strategies, and even using AI chatbots and voice agents to qualify leads and handle customer questions.

Now, I run an AI consulting business that helps business owners — especially those with little or no experience with AI — work smarter, save money, increase revenue, and avoid burnout.

Running a business will always be hard, but with the right AI tools in place, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. I’m here to help you see what’s possible.