BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P1H REFRESH-INTERVAL:P1H CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:Eastern Daylight Time END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU DTSTART:20070101T000000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:Eastern Standard Time END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T100000 X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:Tech+ Council: AI in Action: Real-World Time and Cost Savings for Every Business Size DESCRIPTION:Topic: AI in Action: Real-World Time & Cost Savings for Every Business Size Stop Wondering About AI Start Using It to Drive Business ValueAI isn't just for big tech firms with huge budgets. Small and midsize organizations are already using accessible tools to eliminate repetitive work\, boost efficiency\, and free up teams for higher-value priorities.Join this interactive\, fluff-free panel designed for business leaders focused on real-world outcomes not tech jargon or hype.Key Topics Covered:\n\nWhere to Begin: How to evaluate processes and start integrating AI even if you're starting from scratch.\n\nImmediate Savings: Practical ways to streamline emails\, proposals\, research\, reporting\, and routine administrative tasks.\n\nMeasuring True ROI: Frame value beyond direct cost cuts focusing on time saved\, increased capacity\, and faster turnarounds.\n\nSmart Automation & Guardrails: Know when to use built-in software vs. custom AI agents\, how to protect sensitive company data\, and where human oversight is non-negotiable.\n\nHuman-Centered Leadership: Address employee concerns\, drive adoption\, and amplify the irreplaceable human qualities: judgment\, trust\, and leadership.\n\nCore Discussion Principle:\nAI can research\, draft\, analyza\, organize and recomment - but people verify\, approve\, and remain responsible.Who Should Attend: \nBusiness Owners\, Leaders in operations\, marketing\, manufacturing\, compliance\, data\, and workforce development seeking practical\, cross-industry insights they can implement immediately without needing an IT overhaul.Register Today to Reserve Your SeatFeatured Panelists:Bing Carbone | President\, Modern Plastics & BingImpact\n\nMiladys Cruz-Fisher | Principal / Creative Strategist\, iSpeak CREATIVE\n\nChristopher Sullivan | Founder\, Advanced Digital Strategies\n\nModerated by: Joe Bouffard | AI Strategist & Motivational Speaker\, AI Growth PlanEvent Schedule:8:00 AM 8:30 AM: Check-in\, Coffee\, Light Breakfast Bites & Networking\n\n8:30 AM: Panel Program BeginsCoffee & a light breakfast bites generously provided by Creative Kitchen & Catering.The Tech+ Council serves as a premier resource of trusted advisors dedicated to advancing the technological literacy of all Chamber members. Our mission is to help businesses leverage technology for growth while providing a collaborative forum for local tech leaders to innovate.By highlighting local expertise\, the Council offers support and education across several key areas\, including:Security & Infrastructure: Cybersecurity and computer networking.Operations: Data analytics\, usage\, and software training.Growth: Internet presence\, social media\, and digital productivity.Additionally\, the Tech+ Council hosts regular seminars to address the evolving technology issues impacting our business community.The council meets on the first Thursday of each month at 8:15 AM. Membership in the Greater Valley Chamber is required for membership in the group\; however\, anyone is welcome to come to any meeting to learn about the topic of the month or more about the Council.(Meeting times/days may change due to special presentations\, holidays\, weather\, etc. Snow Policy: If Shelton schools are cancelled\, or delayed\, the meeting will be held virtually.) X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:

Topic: AI in Action: Real-World Time &\; Cost Savings for Every Business Size \;

Stop Wondering About AI&mdash\;Start Using It to Drive Business Value

AI isn&rsquo\;t just for big tech firms with huge budgets. Small and midsize organizations are already using accessible tools to eliminate repetitive work\, boost efficiency\, and free up teams for higher-value priorities.

Join this interactive\, fluff-free panel designed for business leaders focused on real-world outcomes&mdash\;not tech jargon or hype.

Key Topics Covered:

Where to Begin: How to evaluate processes and start integrating AI&mdash\;even if you'\;re starting from scratch.

Immediate Savings: Practical ways to streamline emails\, proposals\, research\, reporting\, and routine administrative tasks.

Measuring True ROI: Frame value beyond direct cost cuts&mdash\;focusing on time saved\, increased capacity\, and faster turnarounds.

Smart Automation &\; Guardrails: Know when to use built-in software vs. custom AI agents\, how to protect sensitive company data\, and where human oversight is non-negotiable.

Human-Centered Leadership: Address employee concerns\, drive adoption\, and amplify the irreplaceable human qualities: judgment\, trust\, and leadership.

Core Discussion Principle:
AI can research\, draft\, analyza\, organize and recomment - but people verify\, approve\, and remain responsible.

Who Should Attend:
Business Owners\, Leaders in operations\, marketing\, manufacturing\, compliance\, data\, and workforce development seeking practical\, cross-industry insights they can implement immediately without needing an IT overhaul.

Register Today to Reserve Your Seat

Featured Panelists:

Event Schedule:

Coffee &\; a light breakfast bites generously provided by Creative Kitchen &\; Catering.

The Tech+ Council serves as a premier resource of trusted advisors dedicated to advancing the technological literacy of all Chamber members. Our mission is to help businesses leverage technology for growth while providing a collaborative forum for local tech leaders to innovate.

By highlighting local expertise\, the Council offers support and education across several key areas\, including:

Security &\; Infrastructure: Cybersecurity and computer networking.

Operations: Data analytics\, usage\, and software training.

Growth: Internet presence\, social media\, and digital productivity.

Additionally\, the Tech+ Council hosts regular seminars to address the evolving technology issues impacting our business community.

The council meets on the first Thursday of each month at 8:15 AM. Membership in the Greater Valley Chamber is required for membership in the group\; however\, anyone is welcome to come to any meeting to learn about the topic of the month or more about the Council.

(Meeting times/days may change due to special presentations\, holidays\, weather\, etc. Snow Policy: If Shelton schools are cancelled\, or delayed\, the meeting will be held virtually.)

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