Smarter Business with AI

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how businesses operate, compete, communicate and make decisions. For small businesses, MWBEs and entrepreneurs, the opportunity is not simply to understand AI, but to learn how to use it strategically to compete and grow.

This panel brings together leaders from government, business, finance, academia, innovation and entrepreneurship to translate AI into practical business applications. The conversation will explore how entrepreneurs can use AI to increase productivity, strengthen operations, improve customer engagement, identify opportunities and make better informed business decisions.

Panelists will also examine responsible AI adoption, access to technology, innovation, workforce implications and the importance of ensuring that small and diverse businesses are positioned to participate fully in the rapidly evolving AI economy.