How did a 25-year-old from New Zealand build a $7M AI empire by giving everything away for free?

Liam Ottley was born July 5, 2000, in Whangarei, New Zealand, and his journey into AI began unexpectedly. He founded his first e-commerce business in the health and wellness sector in 2019, and then partnered with his friend Josh Brown at JB-Media. There they managed over eight figures in yearly ad spend for clients across various niches. Liam's passion led him to delve deeper into AI, and he founded his AI Development Studio Morningside AI in 2022, focusing on GPT and AI development.

In early 2023, he started sharing his AI knowledge on YouTube , and his channel reached over 500,000 views in just two months.

What sets Ottley apart is his "free-first" philosophy.

His AI Automation Agency Hub on Skool which hosts 255,000+ members.

It provides access to a complete course featuring:
-8 modules
-57 videos
-60+ hours of content
All of it is entirely free.

The Skool provides other free resources.

Liam hosts weekly live Q&As, and 50+ templates including contracts and proposals, The community provides networking opportunities with AI professionals and developers. His regular videos help members navigate constant market shifts.
Ottley holds himself and his community to an exceptionally high standard, ensuring they set the tone for the rest of the industry.

The results validate his approach: community members are closing $20K+ deals using only his free resources.

Ottley himself went from zero AI knowledge two years ago to building multiple AI businesses generating $7M+ in revenue with a team of 65+ people. For those wanting intensive mentorship, his paid AAA Accelerator program is available. But he ensures the foundation remains accessible to all.

He's scaling by lifting others first.