AI for Small Business Conference

Columbia State Community College will host “AI for Small Business,” a one-day conference designed to help entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals learn how to leverage artificial intelligence to streamline operations, strengthen marketing efforts and improve productivity.

The conference will take place Friday, Oct. 9, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Columbia State’s Williamson Campus in Franklin. Registration is $75 per person and includes lunch.

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the business landscape, small businesses are increasingly looking for practical ways to incorporate AI tools into their daily operations. The conference will provide attendees with real-world strategies and demonstrations focused on improving efficiency, enhancing customer engagement and supporting business growth.

Special thanks to Presenting Sponsor: Williamson, Inc.

Conference topics will include:

Creating marketing materials with AI
Customer communications
Back-office operations
Teaching AI to build and transform websites with personality
Solving business problems using AI

The conference keynote address, “Recent Developments in AI Applied to Your Practice,” will be presented by Dr. Jesse Spencer-Smith.

The event is intended for small business owners, entrepreneurs, startup founders, self-employed professionals, managers, team leaders and professionals working in marketing, operations and sales. Individuals interested in learning more about the business applications of artificial intelligence are also encouraged to attend.

Registration is now open. For more information, visit www.ColumbiaState.edu or contact Mehran Mostajir at mmostajir@ColumbiaState.edu or by phone at 931.540.2710.