Beginner’s AI Webinar

The Turner Center for Entrepreneurship and Illinois Small Business Development Center at Bradley University is honored to present this captivating 5-part series of webinars and in-person AI training workshops at no cost to attendees. By attending the AI webinars, you will learn the basic understanding of AI technology, how it can be used to optimize your website, and using Copilot to manage your business. In our two in-person Canva (Part 1 and Part 2) workshops, we start you out by exploring Canva's basic functionalities and understanding how AI can simplify the creation of visually appealing, professional, and effective designs. Then in the advanced session, that is designed for small business owners who are familiar with Canva and ready to dive deeper into its powerful AI features to further enhance their marketing efforts. In this first of five part series you will learn the basic understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies and the uses that are being applied in the business and social media arena. We will cover the platforms being used, fears in the media, and practical use of AI. Along with the fundamentals, we will cover business automation examples and social media uses. We’ll have a Q & A at the end with the speaker if time permits. Topics: • Brief Intro to Artificial Intelligence. • What are some of the different AI platforms available? • Help me understand AI using some practical examples. • Some examples of business automation using AI. • Using AI for Social Media to help my business. • Feedback, Questions, Live AI session. Speakers: Stacy Brooks, SKB Cyber CEO, specializes in sales, marketing, and public speaking. A former English teacher and speech coach turned CEO, she co-founded SKB Cyber, an innovative tech start-up with a mission to revolutionize how people learn and interact with information and technology. Stacy's unique blend of pedagogical insight and tech prowess has enabled her to create synergistic bridges between academia and industry, serving as a testament to the limitless possibilities that arise when one's dedication meets the ever-evolving landscape of the digital age. Dan Hucal, Technology Consultant Leader with SKB Cyber, is a cross industry infrastructure expert specializing in technology assessment/audits and strategic development for IT digital transformations. He leads implementations and support of operations, due diligence, and cloud migration projects. A background of 25+ years of IT experience that covers almost all aspects of IT and levels of support on both the technical and management side of the industry.