Description

Business PowerHour will be held Tuesday, May 20th from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Lunch and Networking at 11:30 a.m. and the presentation begins at 11:45 a.m. Our Guest Speaker is John Ghazzagh, Coordinator of Instructional Design and Innovation at McLennan Community College 

TOPIC: "Top 10 Ways A.I. Can Boost Your Business (and your Sanity)" 

Artificial Intelligence isn't just for tech giants anymore - it's an accessible, affordable tool that smart businesses of all sizes are using to work faster, think bigger, and serve customers better. In this session, John Ghazzagh breaks down ten practical, powerful ways AI can help you boost your business, improve your marketing, streamline your operations, and get more hours back in your day. You'll learn how to automate tasks, enhance customer experience, generate content, and even create your own custom AI tools - all without needing a computer science degree. Plus, John will cover the key pitfalls to watch out for when using AI, so you can move forward with confidence. Expect real examples, interactive moments, and simple strategies you can start using immediately - no sci-fi required. 

3 Key Takeaways: 

1. Practical A.I. Tools You Can Use Immediately - Walk away with real-world examples of how AI can automate tasks like social media content creation, customer service, document summarization, and more.
2. How to Create Your Own Custom GPT for Your Business - Learn how easy it is to build a custom AI assistant tailored to your business - whether it's answering FAQs, managing customer leads, or streamlining content creation.
3. Critical A.I. Risks to Watch For - Get a simple, no-fear guide to the ethical concerns, privacy risks, and potential pitfalls when using AI - and how to navigate them smartly.

John Ghazzagh is the Coordinator of Instructional Design and Innovation at McLennan Community College, where he leads the institution's efforts around integrating Artificial Intelligence into teaching, learning, and professional development.  He directs MCC's AI Task Force, creating strategic initiatives to help faculty and staff adapt to emerging technologies and prepare students for the workforce of tomorrow. 

John holds a Master's degree in Instructional Design and brings over 15 years of educational leadership, technology integration, and professional training experience. 

***This event is a member benefit. If you are not a member and are interested in learning more about membership, please contact Lupe Teichelman at lteichelman@wacochamber.com***