AI-Small Business B(AI)sics

About this workshop

This workshop is the first of a three-part business education series presented in partnership with the Clarke County Economic Development & Tourism Office, the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber, and the Laurel Ridge Small Business Development Center. This national initiative, supported by Google, provides free AI training to help small businesses grow, stay competitive, and strengthen local economies. Join us for an interactive, in-person workshop to explore practical ways artificial intelligence can support your day-to-day business operations.

You’ll learn how to:

• Apply AI tools to improve marketing and customer engagement
• Streamline business operations and increase workflow efficiency
• Use AI to enhance productivity and support better decision-making
• Identify practical AI applications you can begin using right away

Who should attend

This workshop is designed for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and business professionals who want to better understand how AI can be used to save time, improve efficiency, and support business growth. No prior AI experience is required.

What you’ll walk away with

You'll leave with a better understanding of how AI can be incorporated into your business, practical examples of real-world applications, and ideas you can begin implementing immediately to improve your operations and better serve your customers.

Presented by

Missy Spielman, Director, Programs and Services

Presented in partnership with

This program is presented in partnership with the Top of Virginia Regional Chamber and the Clarke County Economic Development & Tourism Office as part of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Small Business B(AI)sics initiative, supported by Google.

Registration

This training is offered at no cost. Registration is required.

Funding Disclosure

The Virginia SBDC Network is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, Commonwealth of Virginia, George Mason University, and local host institutions. Full disclosures regarding federal funding are available at virginiasbdc.org/funding-sources. The Virginia SBDC is nationally accredited by America’s SBDC.