Join us for The Evolving AI Workplace — an insightful panel discussion featuring top leaders across business and technology. This engaging session will explore the current and future impact of AI on hiring, leadership, productivity, and industry innovation.

Whether you're a business owner, HR leader, or curious professional, you'll gain practical insights on how to adapt, lead, and thrive in an AI-powered world.

Register now: https://FutureWork.rsvpify.com Or text "ai" to 1-844-944-3494

Want better results from AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, or Copilot? It all starts with the right prompt. Join us and explore "power prompting" — the art of crafting clear, effective instructions that unlock smarter, faster, and more personalized responses from AI.

You'll learn:

✅What makes a prompt powerful (and what to avoid)

✅Prompt formulas and frameworks designed for small business use

✅Ready-to-use prompts for marketing, social media, content creation, and more

✅Tips for refining prompts to get better results every time

Whether you're new to AI or looking to level up your current use, this session will help you go from experimenting with AI to using it strategically in your business. Bring your curiosity and walk away with prompts you can put to work right away.

Register: https://bit.ly/spccsbctechtalks

In partnership with the Small Business Center (SBC) at South-Piedmont Community College

In partnership with the Small Business Center (SBC) at South-Piedmont Community College

Topic: Technology

Online Facilitated by South Piedmont Small Business Center

Manually chasing leads and writing the same follow-up emails gets old fast. In Part 1 of this Tech Talk, we’ll walk through how to build a scalable lead generation system using AI. You’ll discover tools and strategies to attract your ideal client, spark interest, and create a consistent flow of qualified leads.

You'll learn:

✅ AI-powered tools to identify, research, and target your ideal leads

✅ Strategies to automate lead capture and first-touch communication

✅ How to use ChatGPT to create lead magnets and landing page copy

Speaker(s): Wilmenia Gripper

Co-Sponsor(s):

Fee: No Cost

Register use this as registration link https://bit.ly/ctgtechtalks

Topic: Technology

Online Facilitated by South Piedmont Small Business Center

Now that your lead generation system is in motion, it’s time to nurture those leads and guide them toward becoming paying clients with less manual work. In Part 2 of this Tech Talk, we’ll explore how to use AI to automate your follow-up process, deliver personalized messaging, and convert cold leads into engaged customers.

Whether you’re a coach, consultant, or small business owner, this session will give you the tools and strategies to create an automated nurture system that works around the clock.

You'll learn:

✅ How to write AI-assisted email nurture sequences and follow-ups

✅ Tools to tag, score, and segment leads based on behaviors

✅ How to personalize messages with AI to boost engagement and trust

✅ AI-powered workflows to turn interest into income

Speaker(s): Wilmenia Gripper

Co-Sponsor(s):

Fee: No Cost

Register use this as registration link https://bit.ly/ctgtechtalks

Topic: Technology

Online Facilitated by South Piedmont Small Business Center

Want to level up your visual brand but don’t have a designer on staff? In this hands-on session, you’ll learn how to use AI tools to create scroll-stopping graphics, logos, social media posts, class slides, and branded visuals—without needing design experience. Perfect for entrepreneurs, coaches, and content creators ready to show up online with polish and professionalism.

You’ll Learn:

✅ How to use Canva Magic and more to generate stunning, on-brand graphics including promo images and digital flyers

✅ Design hacks to build a consistent visual identity that attracts your ideal client

✅ Quick ways to repurpose one graphic into many with AI

Speaker(s): Wilmenia Gripper

Co-Sponsor(s):

Fee: No Cost

Register use this as registration link https://bit.ly/ctgtechtalks

Topic: Technology

Online Facilitated by South Piedmont Small Business Center

Video marketing is no longer optional, but creating videos doesn’t have to be overwhelming. You’ll learn how to use AI tools to turn your content into compelling promo reels, course previews, social clips, and branded videos in minutes. You’ll also discover tools to automate the production of marketing materials like content calendars, captions, and sales copy so you can market smarter, not harder.

You’ll Learn:

✅ How to use tools like Descript to generate short-form videos

✅ How to turn blog posts, trainings, and live sessions into ready-to-post content

✅ Smart workflows to generate captions, email copy, and social content using AI

✅ Ways to package and promote your services using AI-driven visuals

Speaker(s): Wilmenia Gripper

Co-Sponsor(s):

Fee: No Cost

Register use this as registration link https://bit.ly/ctgtechtalks

Topic: Technology

Online Facilitated by South Piedmont Small Business Center

There are hundreds of tech tools out there—but which ones are actually worth your time and money? In this Tech Talk, we’ll walk through essential AI-powered tools that align with your business goals, help you scale efficiently, and avoid wasted time and tech overwhelm. Whether you're just starting out or looking to optimize your operations, you’ll leave with a clear blueprint for building a smart, scalable tech stack.

You’ll Learn:

✅ The must-have categories for a scalable business (CRM, marketing, operations, and more)

✅ How to evaluate tools based on your business stage, goals, and capacity

✅ Ways to avoid “tech fatigue” and shiny object syndrome by simplifying your stack

Speaker(s): Wilmenia Gripper

Co-Sponsor(s):

Fee: No Cost

Register use this as registration link https://bit.ly/ctgtechtalks

Topic: Technology

Online Facilitated by South Piedmont Small Business Center

Feeling overwhelmed by repetitive tasks? From responding to emails to scheduling meetings, admin work can eat up valuable time in your business. This Tech Talk is your intro to automation and will show you how to use simple AI tools to handle the everyday stuff so you can focus on growth. Perfect for solopreneurs, small teams, and anyone ready to lighten their load without hiring a huge staff.

You’ll Learn:

✅ Which repetitive tasks are easiest to automate

✅ Intro to beginner-friendly automation tools

✅ How to set up simple workflows to save hours each week

✅ Tips for building your first automation—even if you’re not “techy”

Speaker(s): Wilmenia Gripper

Co-Sponsor(s):

Fee: No Cost

Register use this as registration link https://bit.ly/ctgtechtalks