If you keep hearing about AI but aren’t sure what to do next — this is where you start.
You run or manage a business. You don’t need another hype-filled webinar — you need someone to show you what AI actually means for your day-to-day.
This isn’t another AI webinar. It’s a practical, local starting point for businesses that want clarity before they spend time or money.
You just need one lunch hour and a willingness to learn what AI can realistically do for your business.
A six-part series
Each session stands alone. Come to one, a few, or all six — Session 3 is up next.
AI for Business Owners — Plain-English AI 101
Understand what AI is, what it is not, and where it actually fits inside a small business.
Real-World Use Cases
Where AI saves time — marketing, sales, ops, customer service, follow-ups, meeting notes, and admin.
The Gotchas
Security, privacy & what should never be pasted into a tool. Clear guardrails for safe use.
Will AI Replace My Employees?
Workforce & culture reality. How AI changes tasks, training, and team confidence — without the panic.
Your 90-Day AI Game Plan
A practical roadmap for picking tools, measuring ROI, and scaling AI safely.
Hosted by the Monroe Chamber of Commerce Technology Committee, with local sponsors and Monroe-area technology leaders who work with local businesses every day.
Good to know
Do I have to register, or can I drop in?
Seating is limited, so registration is required. Sign up through bytesonthebayou.com.
Do I have to attend all six sessions?
No. Each session stands alone — come to one, a few, or all six.
Is this going to be a sales pitch?
No. Sponsors help make the series possible, but each session is designed to give you something useful you can take back to your business the same day.
What if I’m not sure AI applies to my business?
That’s exactly why the series starts with AI 101. The goal is to help you decide where AI makes sense — and where it does not.
What should I bring?
A notebook and pen if you prefer paper, or a laptop if you’d like to practice during the session — some sessions include live exercises.