What is AI CO/Work?
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AI is no longer just for big enterprises — but for small and midsize businesses, the path to adoption is overwhelming.
The market is crowded with tools, jargon, and hype. SMB leaders are asking the same questions: Which AI solutions actually work for companies my size? How do I evaluate them? Who can I trust to help me implement them?
AI Co/Work exists to answer those questions. It is a one-day summit designed specifically for SMB leaders who want to unlock the power of AI in sales, marketing, operations, finance, and HR — without wasting time and money on experiments that don’t scale.
This is a curated, application-only event where 200 decision-makers meet vetted vendors, investors, advisors, and peers. Over the course of one day, attendees will learn from real SMB case studies, see tools in action, and leave with a clear plan for how to make AI drive real ROI in their business.
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225 SMB owners and executives ready to evaluate AI adoption
AI solution providers with tools designed specifically for SMBs
Investors and advisors focused on the SMB technology market
Subject matter experts in sales, marketing, HR, finance, and operations
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Learn What Works → Case studies from SMBs already using AI successfully
Evaluate Solutions → Hands-on demos from AI vendors built for SMB scale
Meet Experts & Advisors → Curated access to consultants, investors, and mentors
Network with Peers → Build connections with other SMB leaders solving the same challenges
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8:30 AM – Registration & Networking Breakfast
9:00 AM – Opening Keynote: An SMB AI Success Story: Unlocking ROI in the Real World
9:45 AM – Panel: AI for Growth: Marketing & Sales Solutions that Deliver
10:45 AM – Coffee & Networking (Sponsor Tabletops Open)
11:15 AM – Panel: Streamlining Operations: AI in Finance, HR, and Customer Service
12:00 PM – Fireside Chat: Practical AI Adoption: What SMB Leaders Need to Know
12:45 PM – Lunch & Sponsor Networking (15 Tabletops)
2:00 PM – Breakout Sessions (Choose One):
Evaluating AI Vendors: A Buyer’s Checklist for SMBs
Implementation Pitfalls: How to Train Teams and Avoid Missteps
3:00 PM – Coffee & Networking Break (Sponsor Tabletops)
3:30 PM – Demo Program: 5 Curated AI Startups Showcase SMB-Focused Tools
4:30 PM – Panel: Human + AI: Building a Future-Ready Small Business
5:00 PM – Networking Reception / Happy Hour
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Early Bird Pricing (in effect through November 2)
SMB Leader Pass - $295
Includes access to all sessions, vendor solution center, all networking events, as well as morning coffee service, lunch and afterparty.
VIP Pass - $525
Includes everything in leader pass as well as invitation to kick off party the evening before with conference speakers, investors, and community partners.
Standard Pricing (in effect November 3 - December 1)
SMB Leader Pass - $395
VIP Pass - $625
On-Site Pricing (in effect December 2)
SMB Leader Pass $525
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Attendance is open to:
all smb leaders and their c-suite executive leadership teams
accredited investors looking for startups serving this community
Solution providers may join as sponsors. Sponsors can learn more here additional information contact: walter@techdayhq.com
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Complete this application form. You will not be charged until your application is approved.