Frequently Asked Questions

My rate is $250 per hour depending on the client. If you are a Fortune 1000 company I add a 20% premium.

$250 an hour — that's the lowest.

I primarily work on a time-and-materials basis. For well-scoped projects with clear deliverables, I can discuss fixed-price arrangements during the discovery call.

There is no strict minimum, but most engagements are at least one month. Cloud migrations and transformation projects typically run 3–12 months depending on scope.

I only work on a contract basis.

No. In 2026 I signed a commitment to never work for anyone else again as a full-time employee.

No.

I typically dedicate 40 hours per week to active engagements. If I'm supporting multiple clients, I communicate availability transparently upfront.

Yes. I work remotely with clients nationwide. I'm also available for on-site work in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metro area when needed.

Engagements start with a discovery call. From there, I scope the work, provide a timeline, and begin on a contract basis — typically month-to-month or project-based.

Yes, I work with staffing firms regularly. However, my rate expectations remain the same regardless of the engagement channel.

It varies by scope. A cloud readiness assessment might take 2–4 weeks. A full migration can take 3–12 months. I provide realistic timelines during discovery — no surprises.

Yes. Clear communication is non-negotiable. I provide regular status updates, risk registers, and project documentation tailored to your reporting cadence.

I have 12 years of IT experience — I have been in this space for my entire career.

I hold certifications from AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and PMI — including AWS Solutions Architect, AWS AI Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals, PMI-ACP, and CAPM.

I work with healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, technology, and retail — primarily mid-market to enterprise organizations with 100+ employees.

I specialize in AWS and Azure, with experience in multi-cloud and hybrid environments. I focus on migrations, resilient architecture, and AI integration.

My focus is project management, not hands-on coding. I lead teams, manage timelines, mitigate risk, and ensure delivery — I'm the one keeping the trains running on time.