AI Agencies & ServicesSource date: February 15, 2026Last reviewed October 17, 2026

A two-founder agency tying AI systems together for businesses says it reached $10,000 a month

Chat Agency AI builds bespoke AI systems for clients who were frustrated with off-the-shelf AI software.

Subject: Chad Vavra (Chat Agency AI)Bespoke AI integration and automation projects for companies

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Case Overview & Background

Chad Vavra co-founded Chat Agency AI in New York with one partner and two employees. He told Starter Story the agency is at $10,000 a month in revenue, building systems that connect several AI tools for clients rather than relying on a single product.

How AI Is Used

The agency designs systems that combine multiple AI models and tools for a client's process, with the client reviewing each step.

Step-by-Step Process

Step 01Find an integration gap

Clients frustrated with hyped AI software.

Step 02Show, not pitch

Demonstrate automating a slow manual process.

Step 03Grow in public

Building in public brought inbound interest.

Customer Acquisition & Distribution

Direct outreach to leaders frustrated with AI software, and building in public.

Limitations, Risks & Failure Modes

What may not apply to you, and what could go wrong:

  • Self-reported revenue and client results
  • Bespoke work is hard to scale
  • Rapid AI tool changes can make builds obsolete

Key Takeaways

  • Connecting tools can be worth more than any one tool
  • A demo of a client's own process sells better than a pitch
  • Keep the client involved in each step

Sources

Interview SiteFebruary 15, 2026

Starter Story: I Built a $10K/Month Business Helping Businesses Use AI

Note: Founder interview with revenue, team size and approach.

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