Meet the dedicated experts behind our success

A small team with big results
Our team
Ryan Hopf | MBA | ICD.D
President & CEO
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Ian Tell | B.Sc.
Chief Revenue Officer
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Nathan Tell | BA | Grad DIP
Director of Operations
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Sammy Metwally | B.Eng
Head of AI Solutions
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Sofia Ptashkovska | BFA | MA
Head of Product Design
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Caleb Melin | 4th Yr. BCS
Intern - Cloud Services
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40+
AI workflows launched

At Bison & Bird, we are passionate about helping businesses navigate the complexities of AI adoption. With years of experience in AI technologies and automation, we provide tailored solutions that not only improve business efficiency but also elevate employee and customer satisfaction.

Our mission is to empower companies with cutting-edge AI tools that streamline operations and create a lasting competitive advantage. Partner with us to revolutionize the way your business works.

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Evolution of the Bison & Bird logo

The #1 question we get is "why Bison & Bird?"

The Best Businesses Know How to Work With Their Opposites. At Bison & Bird, we believe in a different kind of partnership—between power and precision, weight and agility, machine and human.

We use the relationship between the bison and the bird as an analogy for working with our clients.​ Differences can be very powerful if both parties remain open to the possibilities.​

Project Management Lifecycle

Our process is built around a structured series of "plays," each designed to address key project phases. Here’s how we make transformation seamless and effective.
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1
Understand the goals, align on success metrics, and set the foundation.
Discovery and Planning

→ Workshops to identify pain points and opportunities.
→ Review workflows, data models, and integration points.
→ Define success metrics to ensure measurable outcomes.

Key Deliverables: Success Metrics Document | Initial Scope of Work (SOW) | Detailed Project Plan

2
Map out the solution and prepare for execution.
Design and Technical Preparation

→ Develop detailed process maps and solution architectures.
→ Finalize technical designs, workflows, and integrations.
→ Prepare sandbox environments for testing.

Key Deliverables: Solution Diagrams | Sandbox Environment Setup | Risk Registry

3
Build and deploy the solution for operational impact.
Development and Implementation

→ Configure and test AI, cloud, or software solutions.
→ Conduct unit and user acceptance testing (UAT).
→ Provide user training to ensure smooth adoption.

Key Deliverables: Fully Configured Solution | UAT Results and Sign-Off | Training Materials

4
Build and deploy the solution for operational impact.
Deployment and Go-Live

→ Execute deployment plans with rollback strategies if needed.
→ Provide go-live support to address real-time issues.
→ Monitor KPIs to ensure alignment with success metrics.

Key Deliverables: Deployment Report | Go-Live Support Checklist | Initial KPI Review

5
Transition, review, and explore future opportunities.
Post-Project Support and Optimization

‍→ Conduct a post-project review to capture lessons learned.
→ Offer extended warranties, ongoing cloud services, or AI model tuning.
→ Solicit client feedback and propose continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Deliverables: Turnover Package | Post-Deployment Clutch Review | Future Projects

1
Understand the goals, align on success metrics, and set the foundation.
Discovery and Planning

→ Workshops to identify pain points and opportunities.
→ Review workflows, data models, and integration points.
→ Define success metrics to ensure measurable outcomes.

Key Deliverables: Success Metrics Document | Initial Scope of Work (SOW) | Detailed Project Plan

2
Map out the solution and prepare for execution.
Design and Technical Preparation

→ Develop detailed process maps and solution architectures.
→ Finalize technical designs, workflows, and integrations. → Prepare sandbox environments for testing.

Key Deliverables: Solution Diagrams | Sandbox Environment Setup | Risk Registry

3
Build and deploy the solution for operational impact.
Development and Implementation

→ Configure and test AI, cloud, or software solutions.
→ Conduct unit and user acceptance testing (UAT).
→ Provide user training to ensure smooth adoption.

Key Deliverables: Fully Configured Solution | UAT Results and Sign-Off | Training Materials

4
Build and deploy the solution for operational impact.
Deployment and Go-Live

→ Execute deployment plans with rollback strategies if needed.
→ Provide go-live support to address real-time issues.
→ Monitor KPIs to ensure alignment with success metrics.

Key Deliverables: Deployment Report | Go-Live Support Checklist | Initial KPI Review

5
Transition, review, and explore future opportunities.
Post-Project Support and Optimization

‍→ Conduct a post-project review to capture lessons learned.
→ Offer extended warranties, ongoing cloud services, or AI model tuning.
→ Solicit client feedback and propose continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Deliverables: Turnover Package | Post-Deployment Clutch Review | Future Projects

1
Understand the goals, align on success metrics, and set the foundation.
Discovery and Planning

→ Workshops to identify pain points and opportunities.
→ Review workflows, data models, and integration points.
→ Define success metrics to ensure measurable outcomes.

Key Deliverables: Success Metrics Document | Initial Scope of Work (SOW) | Detailed Project Plan

2
Map out the solution and prepare for execution.
Design and Technical Preparation

→ Develop detailed process maps and solution architectures.
→ Finalize technical designs, workflows, and integrations. → Prepare sandbox environments for testing.

Key Deliverables: Solution Diagrams | Sandbox Environment Setup | Risk Registry

3
Build and deploy the solution for operational impact.
Development and Implementation

→ Configure and test AI, cloud, or software solutions.
→ Conduct unit and user acceptance testing (UAT).
→ Provide user training to ensure smooth adoption.

Key Deliverables: Fully Configured Solution | UAT Results and Sign-Off | Training Materials

4
Build and deploy the solution for operational impact.
Deployment and Go-Live

→ Execute deployment plans with rollback strategies if needed.
→ Provide go-live support to address real-time issues.
→ Monitor KPIs to ensure alignment with success metrics.

Key Deliverables: Deployment Report | Go-Live Support Checklist | Initial KPI Review

5
Transition, review, and explore future opportunities.
Post-Project Support and Optimization

‍→ Conduct a post-project review to capture lessons learned.
→ Offer extended warranties, ongoing cloud services, or AI model tuning.
→ Solicit client feedback and propose continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Deliverables: Turnover Package | Post-Deployment Clutch Review | Future Projects

Our Unique Approach

At Bison & Bird, we go beyond traditional consulting or IT services by starting where it matters most—where your employees and customers interact. Our approach ensures every solution is designed to deliver immediate value and long-term success.
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Face of the Work
Transformation begins at the ground level. We focus on understanding the critical interactions between your employees, customers, and operational workflows. By addressing challenges and identifying opportunities at the "face of the work," we deliver solutions that create tangible impact from day one.
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Tailored for Your Operations
Every business is unique, and so are our solutions. Whether it’s optimizing a process, deploying AI, or integrating cloud systems, we design every engagement around your specific needs to ensure alignment with your goals.
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Agile Yet Detailed Execution
Our proven Project Management Lifecycle ensures a structured yet flexible approach. From discovery to deployment, every phase is meticulously planned and executed for maximum efficiency and measurable results.