AI FUNDAMENTALS: The Small Business Owner's Playbook

About this workshop

Artificial intelligence (AI) is disrupting how businesses operate, market, serve customers, and make decisions. This introductory session launches the AI Fundamentals series from Virginia SBDC and is designed to help small business owners build a practical understanding of AI concepts and where AI can fit into their business operations.

You’ll learn how to:

• Gain more exposure to foundational AI concepts and terminology
• Identify practical ways AI can support business operations and decision-making
• Evaluate where AI tools may provide value within your business
• Develop a purposeful approach to adopting and using AI technologies

Who should attend

This workshop is designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want to gain further understanding on AI and explore how it can be applied thoughtfully and effectively in their organizations.

What you’ll walk away with

Participants will gain a clearer understanding of the AI landscape, practical insights into potential business applications, and a foundation for making informed decisions about AI adoption. This session will help attendees build confidence in evaluating AI opportunities and preparing for future learning in the series.

Presented by

Lori Zeoli, CEO and Founder, xpLORIZE AI Advisors, LLC - an artificial intelligence consulting agency that primarily services small business owners and solopreneurs

Registration is required.

A confirmation email with the Zoom login information will be sent after registration - a day before before the event - please be on the lookout for it.

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.