Frequently asked questions
Who is Ishak J Yusuf?
Ishak J Yusuf is a founder and systems strategist. He works on strategy, what companies build, and how they grow. He grew up in Atlanta, the oldest of five children of Somali immigrants, and now works across Atlanta, London, New York and Los Angeles.
What does Ishak J Yusuf do?
Three things. He builds ventures across creative technology, media, telecoms and insurance. He opens access, connecting people, capital and tools so good ideas can move. And he operates alongside founders on workflows, AI setup, partnerships, outreach and follow-through.
Which ventures has he built?
Six selected ventures: Crown Booth (British red telephone boxes rebuilt as public recording studios), Startups.Ag (signals and a market map for the future of food), Entertainment Services Capital (creative finance in London), PAPERWORK.LIVE (AI help with forms), MAP International (travel, music and artist mobility) and BIG (construction in Atlanta).
Where is he based?
Atlanta, Georgia. He splits his time between Brooklyn, Atlanta, Los Angeles and London, a loop he calls BALL, and works with people across the United States and the United Kingdom.
What does it cost to work with him?
The day rate is $1,600 USD or £1,250 GBP, covering up to eight hours of focused work within business hours. Travel, tools, production, design, crew, editing and specialist services are billed separately, and evening, weekend or urgent work is agreed in writing beforehand.
What production work has he done?
Credits include Swervin by A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie, The Shaq’tacular Spectacular, and Welcome to pgLang with Kendrick Lamar and Dave Free. His film and television credits are listed on IMDb.
How do you get in touch?
Email [email protected], use the contact form on this site, or book a project call directly. Say who you are, what you are working on and what you would like to explore together.