AI in Business Workshop: Practical Tools to Save Time and Grow

AI is no longer just a future idea. It is a practical tool that can help small businesses save time, simplify day-to-day work, strengthen customer communication, and find new growth opportunities.

Presented by Insure Connecticut in collaboration with Content Hive and Faster HQ, this interactive workshop brings together Connecticut business owners, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers for practical education, live demonstrations, guided planning, and meaningful networking. No technical background is required.

What you will learn

• How to identify repetitive work that is a good fit for AI
• Practical uses for marketing, lead generation, customer follow-up, scheduling, and operations
• How AI can support a stronger website and digital presence
• How to compare tools and adopt AI responsibly
• Where to begin without adding unnecessary cost or complexity

What you will leave with

• Three business tasks worth improving with AI
• A reusable prompt or simple workflow you can adapt
• A practical 30-day AI action plan
• A checklist for evaluating AI tools and next steps
• New connections with Connecticut business professionals

Workshop agenda

1. 12:00-12:20 p.m.Check-in and networking
2. 12:20-12:35 p.m.Welcome and workshop goals
3. 12:35-1:15 p.m.Practical AI opportunities for small businesses
4. 1:15-1:45 p.m.Live business technology demonstrations
5. 1:45-1:55 p.m.Break
6. 1:55-2:35 p.m.Guided exercise and individual AI opportunity plan
7. 2:35-2:50 p.m.Questions, responsible use, and next steps
8. 2:50-3:00 p.m.Closing and connections

Who should attend

Connecticut small-business owners, entrepreneurs, nonprofit and community leaders, consultants, and professionals responsible for growth, marketing, customer service, or operations. This session is especially useful for people who are curious about AI but want clear, practical guidance rather than technical jargon.

Event details

Friday, September 25, 2026
12:00-3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
Insure Connecticut
70 West Main Street, Suite 301
New Britain, CT 06051

Admission is free. Advance registration is strongly encouraged. Walk-ins may be accepted if space remains. A laptop or tablet is optional. Some program details may be refined as speakers and demonstrations are finalized; registered attendees will receive updates by email.