AI 101 for Small Business: Creative and Wild Ideas Showcase

This final session is all about thinking bigger. Whether you’re planning a new product, event, campaign, or side project, AI can help you explore and execute creative ideas faster than ever. You’ll learn how to generate visual mockups, campaign slogans, pitch decks, and more with tools built to match your imagination.

Bring your big ideas. We’ll help you prototype and build them.

Perfect for entrepreneurs, working professionals, and small teams ready to do more.

This event is hosted by the Kauaʻi Economic Development Board (KEDB) and made possible through the support of the Kauaʻi Chamber of Commerce and funding from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).

• How to use AI to visualize campaigns, product ideas, or event promos
• How to write taglines, scripts, or flyers with AI content tools
• How to combine text, video, and visuals into early-stage concepts
• How to use creative tools to test ideas quickly

• Small business owners and entrepreneurs
• Working professionals managing operations, communication, or strategy
• Nonprofit staff and educators exploring AI in the workplace
• No technical experience needed—just bring a device and your curiosity

• A laptop or smart device for hands-on activities
• Optional: real work examples (email drafts, bios, tasks you want help with)
• WiFi will be available on-site

Is this really for beginners?
Yes—this session is designed for people who are curious but may have never used AI tools before. We explain everything clearly and go step-by-step.

Will I need to install anything?
No. All tools used (ChatGPT, MagicSchool.ai, etc.) are browser-based and free to use.

Is this session free?
Yes. Thanks to generous support from the SBA, KEDB and Chamber of Commerce, this event is free to all attendees.

Where exactly is the workshop event being held?

Kukui Grove Shopping Center, in the old GNC site, next to Sone's Deli and Catering.

Will this be recorded or offered online?
This is an in-person-only event to encourage local learning and community networking.

Host or Publisher Gabriel Yanagihara