riv·en/ˈrɪv.ən/adjective—split apart; torn asunder.
AI consulting for builders, founders, and businesses.
The sky is no longer the limit. One expert. Simple, transparent pricing.
Founded by Marc Hoag, a VC-backed founder turned tech lawyer turned self-taught app builder. Subscribe monthly for on-demand AI guidance, hands-on building, and vibe coding training. No contracts, no hourly billing.
Not sure where to start? Get a personalized AI playbook for $1,500
Where are you on your AI journey?
Whether you're just getting started or scaling a business, there's a plan built for where you are right now.
I want to learn
You've heard of vibe coding and AI tools but don't know where to start. You want hands-on mentorship from someone who's actually shipped apps this way, not another YouTube tutorial.
Aspiring builders, career changers, side project seekers
I want to build
You know AI can help your business but need someone to actually implement it. Automating workflows, prototyping tools, setting up systems that save real time and money.
SMBs, agencies, boutique owners
I need a partner
You need more than a consultant on a call. You need an embedded AI partner who understands product strategy, can build and ship alongside your team, and thinks like a founder.
Startups, founders, growing teams
Not sure which fits? Our $1,500 AI Readiness Assessment finds the AI wins hiding in your business
AI wins hiding in your industry.
Every business has repetitive work that AI can eliminate tomorrow. Here's what it looks like in yours.
Law Firms & Solo Practitioners
Drowning in document review while clients expect instant answers.
- AI-assisted contract analysis and due diligence
- Automated client intake and follow-up
- Legal research in minutes, not hours
Retail & Boutiques
Competing with big-box marketing budgets on a shoestring.
- AI product photography and lifestyle imagery
- Personalized email campaigns that write themselves
- Inventory forecasting that actually works
Real Estate
Writing the same listing descriptions and market reports over and over.
- Listing descriptions that sell, generated in seconds
- Automated market comps and neighborhood analysis
- Lead qualification and nurture sequences
Restaurants & Hospitality
Running on razor-thin margins with no time for marketing.
- Review response and reputation management
- Social content and seasonal menu promotion
- Reservation and staffing optimization
Creative & Marketing Agencies
Clients want more output, faster, and your team is already stretched.
- AI-augmented content pipelines and ideation
- Automated reporting and client dashboards
- Internal workflow automation that saves hours daily
Professional Services
CPAs, consultants, and advisors buried in repetitive deliverables.
- Report generation and data synthesis
- Client communication drafts and templates
- Research and competitive analysis on demand
Don't see your industry? Let's talk — AI opportunities are everywhere
The 18-month window is closing.
Brilliant, credentialed professionals who've never once struggled to find work are suddenly getting ghosted and auto-rejected. Promising new grads can't get a foot in the door. This isn't coming. It's happening right now. Being able to build your own software and services with AI isn't just an advantage. It's the new table stakes.
Catch Every Fleeting Idea
The beauty of AI is that it lets you hold on to every glimmer of a thought before it slips away. That shower idea, that late-night spark? Now you can prototype it in hours, not months. We help you capture those ideas and rapidly test whether they have legs.
Execution Over Theory
I don't just talk about AI. I use it daily to build revenue-generating apps. And here's the thing: vibe coding isn't really coding. It's product management. You define the vision, make design decisions, and direct AI to build it. I will teach you exactly how to execute on your ideas right now, before someone else does.
Why work with me?
- Former VC-backed founder who knows how to scale.
- Licensed California tech lawyer who runs his own AI law practice.
- Inaugural Chair, Beverly Hills Bar Association AI & the Law section.
- Self-taught "vibe coder" with live, profitable apps.
- Flat monthly subscription. No surprises.
- Direct, 1-on-1 access. One point of contact.
Concrete services I provide.
Whether you're a non-technical founder, a local boutique, or a marketing agency, here is exactly what I can do for you on a monthly basis.
Vibe Coding Mentorship
Stuck on a Cursor prompt? Don't know how to deploy your app? I guide non-technical founders step-by-step through building real software using AI.
App Prototyping
Need an internal tool or MVP? I can rapidly build and deploy functional web and iOS applications for your business using modern AI workflows.
SMB Workflow Automation
Stop doing manual data entry. I help local businesses, dev shops, and agencies implement AI tools to automate their most tedious daily processes.
AI Strategy & Risk Navigation
Get strategic guidance on AI risks, compliance considerations, and responsible adoption. Navigate the evolving landscape with confidence.
Deep Research & Synthesis
Need to understand a new market, competitor, or complex legal topic? I run advanced AI research workflows to give you the actionable bottom line.
Founder Advisory
Get product, strategy, and fundraising advice from a former VC-backed founder who has been in the trenches and understands the business side.
Meet the Founder
Marc Hoag
I've spent over a decade at the intersection of technology, startups, and law. I'm a former VC-backed founder, a California-licensed attorney specializing in AI governance, and the Inaugural Chair of the Beverly Hills Bar Association's AI & the Law section.
When AI tools like Claude and Cursor made it possible to build real software without a CS degree, I dove in headfirst, shipping production web and iOS apps entirely through vibe coding. Now I help others do the same through Skyriven.
How the subscription works.
A streamlined, asynchronous process designed to be your long-term, on-demand partner.
Subscribe & Connect
Pick a plan and get immediate access to a private async channel and your dedicated request board.
Submit Requests
Need help with a Cursor project? Want a workflow automation plan? Have a strategy question? Add as many requests as you want to the queue.
Get Solutions Fast
I work through your queue sequentially. You get concrete answers, code snippets, or video walkthroughs explaining exactly what to do, usually within 48 hours.
Simple, transparent pricing.
Start with a one-time assessment or subscribe for ongoing access. Pause or cancel anytime. No contracts, no surprise invoices.
AI Readiness Assessment
Assessment fee applies as credit toward your first month of any subscription.
You know AI can help your business, but you don't know where to start. In one week, you'll have a personalized playbook with specific tools, exact prompts, and a prioritized action plan you can start executing immediately.
Monthly Subscriptions
Navigator
Like having an AI-savvy friend on speed dial. On-demand guidance, Q&A, and mentorship to build your skills.
Builder
Hands-on building and strategic execution. I help you ship real projects, automate workflows, and grow with AI.
Fractional Partner
For founders who need an embedded AI partner for product strategy, prototyping, and scaling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? Let's talk.
Not sure which plan is right for you? Curious about a Fractional Partner engagement? Drop me a line. I typically respond within 24 hours.
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