“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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2 events, Community as Competitive Advantage – Leverage Membership to Fuel Your Mission Welcome to the SBDC Info Session | 6 events, Grow & Fund: Weekly Business Booster Session Intro to Business Valuation – Part 2 Workshop Session: Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster Session – Part 1 of 2 Drop-in Session: Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster (Part 2 of 2) Grow & Fund: Weekly Business Booster Session – Part 1 of 2 WIN In Business: Social Media Analytics (July 2025) | 5 events, AI Starter Kit: Practical Tools for Small Businesses Tax Planning: Ask the CPA Tax Planning: Ask the CPA Drop-in Session: AI Starter Kit – Personalized Support for Small Businesses (Part 2 of 2) | ||||
1 event, WIN In Business: Social Media Analytics (July 2025) | 8 events, Ten Steps to Start Your Business Grow & Fund: Weekly Business Booster Session Workshop Session: Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster (Part 1 of 2) Drop-in Session: Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster – Part 2 of 2 Welcome to the SBDC Info Session Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster (2-Part Series) INSURANCE 101: Insurance Fundamentals for Small Business | 7 events, Selling to the Global Market & Export Plan AI Starter Kit: Practical Tools for Small Businesses Workshop Session: AI Starter Kit – Practical Tools for Small Businesses (Part 1 of 2) Grow with Google Summer: Make Better Business Decisions with Analytics AI Starter Kit – Practical Tools for Small Businesses (2-Part Session) Tax Planning: Ask the CPA | 4 events, Small Business Case Study Fast Track to Small Business Workshop (In-Person & Online) Social Media Analytics Small Business Lending Basics | |||
3 events, Fast Track to Small Business Workshop (In-Person & Online) Risk Management for Small Businesses Welcome to the SBDC Info Session | 6 events, Workshop Session: Grow & Fund: Weekly Business Booster Session – Pat 1 of 2 Drop-in Session: Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster (Part 2 of 2) Grow & Fund: Weekly Business Booster Session – Pat 1 of 2 Grow & Fund: Weekly Business Booster Session Buying & Selling a Business | 4 events, CMMC Cybersecurity Certification for Small Defense Contractors Drop-in Session: AI Starter Kit – Personalized Support for Small Businesses (Part 2 of 2) Tax Planning: Ask the CPA | 2 events, Government Contracting series II “Certifications for Government Contracts” *IN PERSON* Lender Panel and Networking | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |
0 events, | 6 events, NELP Business Entity Formation Workshop Session: Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster (Part 1 of 2) Drop-in Session: Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster – Part 2 of 2 Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster (2-Part Series) Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster (2-Part Series) Welcome to the SBDC Info Session | 5 events, Workshop Session: AI Starter Kit – Practical Tools for Small Businesses (Part 1 of 2) AI Starter Kit – Practical Tools for Small Businesses (2-Part Session) Tax Planning: Ask the CPA How to Succeed in Business with Utility Companies Grow with Google Summer: Increase Your Sales with Google Tools | 4 events, Building a Small Business Website NELP Remote Small Business Legal Clinic The Basics of Commercial Lease From Structure to Strategy: Business Formation & Business Planning Essentials | 1 event, International Market Research | 0 events, | 0 events, |
2 events, Welcome to the SBDC Info Session Welcome to the SBDC Info Session | 2 events, Drop-in Session: Grow & Fund – Weekly Business Booster (Part 2 of 2) Global NY Market Research & Foreign Office Tour | 1 event, Risk Management for Small Businesses | 2 events, Fast Track to Small Business Workshop (In-Person & Online) AI Beyond the Inbox: Unlock the Value Beyond Your Keyboard |
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.