AI consulting & product support in Queenstown
Garage 30 is an independent product and AI studio based in Queenstown. I work with local founders and operators who need clear thinking on digital products, automation, and how AI actually fits into their workflow.
What does an AI consultant actually do for a small business?
Most of the work is practical: identifying repetitive workflows that can be automated, prototyping internal tools that save time, or helping teams make sense of their data. It's not about chasing trends. It's about finding where AI genuinely helps and where it doesn't.
What kind of work do you do in the Queenstown Lakes district?
- Tourism operators needing better booking systems and customer data flows
- Clinics and wellness businesses automating admin and patient workflows
- Service businesses building custom internal tools and dashboards
- Tech startups refining MVPs and product strategy
- Non-profits and charities improving operations and data management
How do engagements usually start?
Most projects begin with a short call to understand what you're working on and where things feel messy. From there, we might start with a paid diagnostic to map out your systems, or jump into a focused sprint with a fixed scope. For ongoing advisory, a simple hourly or monthly rate works fine.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Garage 30 actually do?
Garage 30 is a small product and AI studio. I help teams design and refine digital products, automate boring work, and make better use of the data and tools they already have.
Do you only work with tech startups?
No. I work with both software products and non-technical businesses, including clinics, service businesses, tourism operators, and charities who need product thinking and sensible use of AI.
Where are you based?
I live in Queenstown and mostly work with teams in the Queenstown Lakes district and across New Zealand. Remote work with overseas teams is also normal.
What are some examples of AI work you do?
Typical projects include improving internal workflows with automation, prototyping internal tools, creating decision-support dashboards, or helping founders think through where AI makes sense and where it does not.
What does it cost to work with you?
Most work starts with a short paid diagnostic or a focused sprint with a fixed price. Larger projects are scoped once we understand the problem and constraints. Simple advisory uses an hourly or monthly rate.
How do we get started?
We usually start with a short call to understand your product, systems, and goals. From there I can suggest a concrete next step if it makes sense to work together.