GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Greater Green Bay Chamber is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to bring Small Business B(AI)sics to Greater Green Bay. Small Business B(AI)sics is a national initiative from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, with support from Google, that aims to equip small businesses with practical AI skills.
AI adoption among small businesses has more than doubled since 2023. Entrepreneurs using AI report saving time, improving customer service, and unlocking new growth opportunities. Small Business B(AI)sics aims to train 40,000 U.S. entrepreneurs over the next three years through a mix of in-person workshops and digital learning resources.
“Supporting small business growth is at the core of everything we do,” said Beth Jones Schnese, vice president of marketing and member engagement at the Greater Green Bay Chamber. “We’re proud to be the only Chamber in Wisconsin offering this training — putting practical, no-cost AI tools directly in the hands of local entrepreneurs so they can compete and thrive right here in Greater Green Bay.”
“Small businesses are the heartbeat of our communities,” said Marc DeCourcey, senior vice president at the U.S. Chamber Foundation. “We’re proud to partner with the Greater Green Bay Chamber to bring practical, no cost- AI training to local entrepreneurs and helping them innovate, compete, and thrive.”
What attendees will learn:
· Build a strong foundation: From data protection to ethical AI use, learn AI basics and best practices.
· Save time and boost efficiency: Discover AI tools that work with platforms you already use.
· Improve what’s working: Use AI to analyze your business and identify growth opportunities.
· Get actionable steps: Walk away with a plan to implement AI in your business immediately.
The first training will be held in-person at Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Corporate Training Center, 2740 W. Mason Street, Green Bay, WI 54307, on July 22nd from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Space is limited to 75 attendees per session. Small businesses (less than 500 employees) and entrepreneurs can sign up on the Greater Green Bay Chamber website: https://www.greatergbc.org/event/small-business-baisics/
For questions or additional information, contact Annika Osell at aosell@greatergbc.org.
