“Small businesses that are all in on adopting AI and other emerging technologies are growing, competing, and achieving success on a larger scale. AI allows small businesses — who many times do not have the staff or resources of their competitors — to punch above their weight. ” Jordan Crenshaw, Senior Vice President of the U.S. Chamber’s Technology Engagement Center
Seeking artificial intelligence expertise and solutions?
AI is not just a buzzword. It is a valuable addition to the toolkits of small business owners who want to stay competitive in today’s technology-oriented market. The incorporation of AI into key small business functions can improve efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen customer experiences. The New York SBDC can offer guidance to small business owners looking to use AI in capacities like:
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| 1 event, “Hustle for Freedom” Business Bootcamp | 5 events, Crafting the Perfect 3-Minute Pitch How to Respond to an RFP Non-Disclosure Agreements: When Should You Require an NDA, When Should You Sign an NDA Welcome to the SBDC Info Session | 4 events, Business Legal Entity with NELP AI Starter Kit – Practical Tools for Small Businesses (2-Part Session) Secure Your Business: Cyber Basics Every Entrepreneur Should Know | 4 events, Bookkeeping Basics for Small Business Owners Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Business – Small Business Seminar Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster (2-Part Series) | |||
| 2 events, “Hustle for Freedom” Business Bootcamp Welcome to the SBDC Info Session | 5 events, Preparation for Holiday Sales Is Entrepreneurship For You? NELP Intellectual Property Rights for Small Businesses NYS Surety Bond Assistance Program | 6 events, NELP Remote Small Business Legal Clinic Monthly Business Solutions Roundtable The E Commerce Playbook – From Set Up to Scale Business Valuation Storytelling: A Compelling Marketing Tool – Small Business Seminar | ||||
| 0 events, | 2 events, Small Business Legal Clinic with NELP Fast Track to Small Business Workshop (In-Person & Online) | 6 events, Building a Blog for You and Your Business Ten Gates for Business Ideation Tax & Accounting Fundamentals for Small Business Owners Fast Track To Business Ownership – Virtual AI Starter Kit – Practical Tools for Small Businesses (2-Part Session) | 7 events, E Commerce Playbook – Growth Strategies E Commerce Playbook – Growth Strategies Get Found Locally: A Practical Guide to SEO for Long Island Businesses Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster (2-Part Sessions) Google Business Profile | 2 events, | ||
| 4 events, Fast Track to Small Business Workshop (In-Person & Online) Grow with Google: Learn the Basics of Google Ads Grow Your Brand With Google: Basics of Google Ads Grow Your Brand With Google: Basics of Google Ads | 2 events, Contracts & Risk Management for Small Business Owners AI-Powered Lean Startup — Build Your Lean Business Canvas with AI | 3 events, Business Contract 101 with NELP Tax Planning: Ask the CPA Navigating Tariffs & Global Disruption: Building Supply Chain Resilience | 2 events, “Selling to the Global Market” and “Export Plan Writing” AI Demystified: Driving Small Business Success | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |
| 0 events, | 1 event, Welcome to the SBDC Info Session | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |
A 2024 study by the US Chamber of Commerce found that 91% of small businesses owners believe AI will promote business growth and 76% have plans to incorporate new technologies, like AI. The NYSBDC can provide guidance as you select and implement solutions to maximize the positive impact AI can have on your business.

