Waziri G.

Waziri Garuba

AI for Business Expert | Founder of Harlem Labs | Columbia MBA

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Studied at Columbia Business School

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Works at Harlem Labs

Available Monday at 5:00 PM UTC

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Waziri's Coaching Offerings

Custom hourly · $50/hr

Get help with Workflow Automation, AI Readiness Assessment, and .

Waziri’s AI for Businesses Qualifications

Coaches professionally

Experience level: Executive

I coach founders, executives, and team leads who know AI matters but don’t have time to “figure it out” on their own. My clients are often running service-based or mission-driven businesses that are growing faster than their systems—too many manual processes, scattered tools, and a sense that they’re not fully leveraging the data and talent they already have. They’re not looking for another shiny tool; they want a trusted partner who can translate AI into clear use cases, better workflows, and measurable results for their team and customers. I’m qualified to coach in this space because I’ve done this work inside real organizations, not just in theory. I’ve helped companies like Final Draft, The Shiftly, and DC Design identify high-impact AI opportunities, redesign their processes, and implement automations that actually stick. My background blends AI systems engineering, management consulting, and hands-on build work—so I can move comfortably from big-picture strategy to detailed implementation. That mix of strategic insight and technical depth lets me guide leaders through AI decisions with confidence, clarity, and a focus on outcomes that matter.

Waziri can help with:

Workflow Automation

AI Readiness Assessment

AI Strategy

Fractional AI Strategist

AI Roadmap Development

AI Agents

Team AI Upskilling

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About Waziri

I’m Waziri Garuba, founder of Harlem Labs. For over two decades, I’ve helped businesses—from scrappy startups to established firms—scale smarter by embracing the future. I don’t just coach; I architect systems that work. I specialize in turning chaos into clarity using AI, automation, and modern tech stacks. Whether you’re drowning in manual tasks, missing growth opportunities, or just stuck, I help you build streamlined, profitable systems that scale. My background blends strategy, engineering, and deep entrepreneurial experience. If you’re serious about using emerging technology to lead—rather than lag—I’m the advisor who will get you there, step by step.

Why do I coach?

I coach because I believe too many brilliant founders are stuck working in their business instead of on it. I’ve been there—juggling everything, burning out, and wondering why growth felt so hard. I’ve also seen how the right systems and tools can change everything. Coaching lets me share those breakthroughs. It’s not about giving advice from the sidelines; it’s about building beside you, unlocking momentum with emerging tech, and helping you reclaim your time, energy, and vision. I coach because when you win, you don’t just grow a business—you create freedom

Work Experience

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Founder/CEO

Harlem Labs

October 2013 - Present

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Running Harlem Labs has been a masterclass in transformation. I built it to bridge the gap between ambition and execution—helping founders, operators, and organizations translate bold ideas into scalable systems. Over the years, Harlem Labs became more than a consultancy; it became a launchpad for businesses ready to embrace AI, automation, and lean tech stacks without the fluff. We’ve architected custom solutions, led digital overhauls, and guided clients through complex growth challenges—all while keeping things human, practical, and results-driven. Harlem Labs is where I sharpened my edge—and where I proved that the future belongs to those who build it.

Waziri was also given offers to work at

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    Goldman Sachs

  • Merrill Lynch Logo

    Merrill Lynch

  • Morgan Stanley Logo

    Morgan Stanley

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    CohnReznick

Education

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Columbia Business School

Master's degree (M.B.A.), Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies

2007 - 2009

Activities and societies: Black Business Student's Association Sales and Trading Club Finance/Entrepreneurship

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