AI and agents
Work out where AI could be useful, choose a model, plan a pilot, and decide how to measure whether it works.
Hi, I'm Behkish.
Let's work through your next technical decision.
I help founders and teams figure out what to build, how to build it, and what needs fixing.
Bring me an AI idea, a software problem, or a proposal you want a second opinion on. We'll talk through the options and agree on a useful next step.
30 minutes on Zoom. Fill in a short brief, then choose a time. The introduction is free, and paid work is agreed separately.
What I can help with
You don't need a finished brief. A question and some context are enough to start.
Software architecture and security
Plan an MVP, review a system, check how data and access are handled, or make sense of a vendor's proposal.
Blockchain and payments
Assess whether blockchain fits your problem, then work through wallets, smart-contract interfaces, and payment flows.
Adtech and marketing systems
Connect tracking, attribution, advertising tools, and your CRM so the technical setup supports the business.
Three ways to start
Choose what fits. I'll ask for a few details, then you can book a free 30-minute introduction.
Initial conversation
Tell me what you're working on. We'll discuss the goal, whether I can help, and what a next step could look like.
Free / 30 minutes
Book a free introHourly consulting
Focused advice, a technical review, or hands-on help. One-hour minimum, with the work and any preparation agreed in advance.
$200 USD / hour
Discuss hourly consultingCustom work
For a project, a larger assessment, or ongoing support. Tell me what you need and I'll put together a scope and quote.
Let's talk
Discuss your projectThe introduction is free for every option. Paid work starts after we agree on scope and terms. Applicable taxes are extra. More about pricing.
A little about me
I earned my PhD at the University of Waterloo, researching secure and scalable blockchain systems. As CTO at AdPrompt, I work on the architecture behind an AI advertising platform.
I've also founded a startup and worked in nonprofit IT leadership. I like getting to the substance of a problem, explaining the tradeoffs, and leaving people with something they can use.
A few common questions
Who will I work with, and what can you help with?
You work directly with me, Behkish Nassirzadeh. I have a PhD from the University of Waterloo and am CTO at AdPrompt. I help founders and teams with AI, software architecture, security, blockchain, and adtech. Read about my experience or explore the services.
How much does consulting cost?
The first 30-minute conversation is free. Hourly consulting is $200 USD with a one-hour minimum. For a larger project or ongoing support, I provide a custom scope and quote. Paid work starts after we agree on terms. See pricing details.
How do I book an initial session?
Fill in a short project brief, then choose an available time in Calendly. Calendly sends your meeting confirmation. The session takes place on Zoom. You can also email behkish.nz@outlook.com.
Which locations do you serve?
My listed locations are Boise, Idaho; Toronto, Canada; and Waterloo, Canada. The initial meeting is on Zoom, so we can start with a conversation online.
What are you working on?
Tell me a little about it, then pick a time for a free introduction.
Boise, Idaho | Toronto, Canada | Waterloo, Canada
Prefer email? behkish.nz@outlook.com