Built by Founders, for Founders
Helping idea-rich, time-poor builders go from spark to MVP to traction with AI-powered lean guidance - because we've been where you are.
This Started With 47 Failed Side Projects
Brandon Aday had built 47 side projects. Zero successes. Despite 20 years in digital marketing and being a Gen-AI engineer, he kept building products nobody wanted. Sound familiar?
The breakthrough came when he applied his AI expertise to Eric Ries' Lean Startup methodology, creating PivotPal - an AI coach that wouldn't let him build without validating first.
Project #48? LeanPivot.ai. Finally, a winner.
The same AI coach that broke Brandon's losing streak is now launching to help other founders.
Our Core Beliefs
Principles that drive every line of code & every coaching prompt
Validate
Then Build
Ideas aren't scarce - evidence is. We help founders test assumptions before writing a single line of product code.
Speed of Learning
Rapid experiments beat lengthy business plans. Momentum compounds when feedback loops are short.
Human-Centric AI
AI is your assistant, not your replacement. We design tools that enhance your judgment while keeping you in control.
Founder Empathy
We've lived the 2 AM pivot panic. Every feature is built to reduce stress, not add it.
Who's Building LeanPivot?
A tiny team with big conviction
Brandon Aday
Founder & Lead AI Engineer
20+ yrs in digital marketing & data analytics (Microsoft, Univision, FinTech, SGWS). Builds Gen-AI tools that turn insight into action.
PivotPal
Resident AI Coach
Your tireless co-founder. Provides 24/7 guidance, tracks experiments, and helps you make data-driven decisions.
From Side Project to Global Builder Hub
A few milestones on our lean journey
Nov 2024 — Spark
Brandon prototypes an AI coach to keep himself accountable on weekend side projects.
Dec 2024 — Personal MVP
PivotPal evolves into a comprehensive tool that tracks goals, suggests milestones, and provides lean startup guidance.
Jun 2025 — Family, Friends & Feedback
Early testers validate the concept, with founders reporting faster idea validation and clearer next steps.
July 2025 — Public Launch
LeanPivot.ai launches with AI-powered goal setting, stage-specific tools, and comprehensive lean startup resources.
Future Vision — Your Turn
Thousands of founders are discovering lean methodologies. We're building a community of evidence-based builders!
Ready to Build Your Startup the Lean Way?
Join the founders using LeanPivot.ai to validate ideas, build MVPs, and grow successful startups.