BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P1H REFRESH-INTERVAL:P1H CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:Eastern Daylight Time END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:Eastern Standard Time END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T193000 X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:GECC Business Resource by NJBDC: AI Business Academy – Fall 2026 Cohort III DESCRIPTION:Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-business-academy-fall-2026-cohort-iii-tickets-1992421199442?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=trueMaster AI tools for your business in 6 weeks. Build custom AI assistants\, automate marketing\, simplify operations.The AI Business Academy is an intensive\, hands-on program designed for small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, and independent professionals ready to leverage artificial intelligence to transform daily operations and long-term strategy. This is not a passive learning experience you'll build real tools\, automate actual workflows\, and leave with an actionable AI implementation plan for your business.\nEvent Details\nVirtual Orientation (Mandatory): Wednesday\, September 9\, 2026\; 6:00 PM 7:30 PM\nProgram Dates: Monday\, September 14 Wednesday\, October 21\, 2026\nSchedule:Mondays (Online) Theory and instructional content sessionWednesdays (In-Person Elizabeth) Hands-on application and projects session\nFormat: Hybrid Both in-person and virtual sessions are mandatory. You will attend one virtual session and one in-person session each week for 6 weeks.\nFee: $150 (one-time registration for all 12 sessions)\nLocation: Zoom (Mondays)\; Vintage City Offices\, Elizabeth\, NJ (Wednesdays)What You'll Build & LearnCustom AI Assistants (Week 1) Design and deploy ChatGPT-based AI tools tailored to your business needsAI-Powered Marketing & Social Media (Week 2) Automate content creation and amplify your brand with Canva and BufferCRM & Lead Management Automation (Week 3) Streamline client communication using Attio and ZapierBusiness Operations & Productivity (Week 4) Centralize workflows and automate daily tasks with NotionSmart Financial Management (Week 5) Leverage QuickBooks\, Gusto\, and Grantable.ai to manage money and access fundingDemo Day & Implementation (Week 6) Present your progress and lock in your next steps for long-term AI adoption\nWeekly Focus Areas\nWeek 1: Custom AI Assistants for Business Build a GPT tailored to your company\nWeek 2: AI-Powered Marketing & Social Media Automate and elevate your brand\nWeek 3: CRM & Client Communication Automation Streamline leads and outreach\nWeek 4: AI for Business Operations & Productivity Centralize your systems\nWeek 5: Smart Finances Manage money and funding with AI\nWeek 6: Demo Day + AI Implementation Present your progress and plan your next steps\nParticipation Requirements\nThis is a time-intensive\, results-driven program that demands full commitment. In addition to the weekly Monday and Wednesday sessions\, participants should be prepared to dedicate approximately 5 additional hours per week to assignments and project work. Both in-person and virtual sessions are mandatory. We do not offer recordings or asynchronous catch-up options consistent attendance ensures you stay aligned with peers and don't fall behind in the cohort.\nBasic Computer Literacy Required\nParticipants should be comfortable using a computer for:Browsing the internet and managing emailUsing tools like Google Workspace or Microsoft OfficeAttending and navigating virtual meetings via ZoomIf you're uncertain about your tech comfort level\, we encourage you to reach out before registering.\nWho Should AttendSmall business owners and entrepreneurs ready to integrate AI into daily operationsIndependent professionals seeking to automate and scale their workBusiness leaders looking to build an AI-driven competitive advantageAnyone ready to move beyond curiosity to hands-on implementation\nWhy Participate?\nAI is no longer optional for competitive small businesses. This program bridges the gap between "learning about AI" and "using AI to drive real results." You'll gain practical skills\, build working tools\, connect with other entrepreneurs navigating AI adoption\, and leave with a clear roadmap for AI implementation in your business.\nImportant Registration Notes\n⚠️ Non-Refundable Registration: Please ensure you can commit to attending all sessions and completing required coursework before enrolling. This program is designed for participants who will show up fully present and engaged.⚠️ Mandatory Orientation: All participants must attend the virtual orientation session on Wednesday\, September 9\, 2026 at 6:00 PM 7:30 PM. This session covers expectations\, technical setup\, and cohort alignment.\nThis Fall\, take your business to the next level with hands-on AI skills and practical applications that deliver measurable results. Spaces are limited to maintain teaching quality and peer engagement secure your spot early before the cohort fills. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Register here: \;https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-business-academy-fall-2026-cohort-iii-tickets-1992421199442?aff=oddtdtcreator&\;keep_tld=true

Master AI tools for your business in 6 weeks. Build custom AI assistants\, automate marketing\, simplify operations.

The AI Business Academy is an intensive\, hands-on program designed for small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, and independent professionals ready to leverage artificial intelligence to transform daily operations and long-term strategy. This is not a passive learning experience&mdash\;you'\;ll build real tools\, automate actual workflows\, and leave with an actionable AI implementation plan for your business.


Event Details
Virtual Orientation (Mandatory): \;Wednesday\, September 9\, 2026\; 6:00 PM &ndash\; 7:30 PM
Program Dates: \;Monday\, September 14 &ndash\; Wednesday\, October 21\, 2026
Schedule:


Format: \;Hybrid&mdash\;Both in-person and virtual sessions are mandatory. You will attend one virtual session and one in-person session each week for 6 weeks.
Fee: \;$150 (one-time registration for all 12 sessions)
Location: Zoom (Mondays)\; Vintage City Offices\, Elizabeth\, NJ (Wednesdays)

What You'\;ll Build &\; Learn


Weekly Focus Areas
Week 1: \;Custom AI Assistants for Business &ndash\; Build a GPT tailored to your company
Week 2: AI-Powered Marketing &\; Social Media &ndash\; Automate and elevate your brand
Week 3: CRM &\; Client Communication Automation &ndash\; Streamline leads and outreach
Week 4: AI for Business Operations &\; Productivity &ndash\; Centralize your systems
Week 5: Smart Finances &ndash\; Manage money and funding with AI
Week 6: Demo Day + AI Implementation &ndash\; Present your progress and plan your next steps


Participation Requirements
This is a time-intensive\, results-driven program that demands full commitment. In addition to the weekly Monday and Wednesday sessions\, participants should be prepared to dedicate approximately \;5 additional hours per week to assignments and project work. Both in-person and virtual sessions are mandatory. We do not offer recordings or asynchronous catch-up options&mdash\;consistent attendance ensures you stay aligned with peers and don'\;t fall behind in the cohort.


Basic Computer Literacy Required
Participants should be comfortable using a computer for:

If you'\;re uncertain about your tech comfort level\, we encourage you to reach out before registering.


Who Should Attend


Why Participate?
AI is no longer optional for competitive small businesses. This program bridges the gap between "\;learning about AI"\; and "\;using AI to drive real results."\; You'\;ll gain practical skills\, build working tools\, connect with other entrepreneurs navigating AI adoption\, and leave with a clear roadmap for AI implementation in your business.


Important Registration Notes
⚠️ \;Non-Refundable Registration: Please ensure you can commit to attending all sessions and completing required coursework before enrolling. This program is designed for participants who will show up fully present and engaged.

⚠️ \;Mandatory Orientation: \;All participants must attend the \;virtual orientation session \;on \;Wednesday\, September 9\, 2026 \;at \;6:00 PM &ndash\; 7:30 PM. This session covers expectations\, technical setup\, and cohort alignment.


This Fall\, take your business to the next level with hands-on AI skills and practical applications that deliver measurable results. Spaces are limited to maintain teaching quality and peer engagement&mdash\;secure your spot early before the cohort fills.

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