Specifically, I built mobile components and server systems for mobilizing data (spreadsheet-to-app conversions, etc). I then used these components and services to help speed up their mobile strategies, provided high quality training materials, and positioned my company for long-term revenue from licensed IP.
I'm currently at the stage where I have a strong client list and a marketable product, which is attracting investors, more clients, etc.
It's just myself and one engineer at the moment. I do both design and development for mobile and back-end systems.
Btw, you don't need to move to the Valley or NYC. I traveled the majority of 2011. All client work started as onsite engagements, then moved to remote.
Hopefully sharing this will help you in some way.