AI Made Simple: Practical Tools and Tips for Small Business Success

Kathy Cruz is back — with a Brand New Topic!
Learn how artificial intelligence can supercharge your small business! Kathy Cruz, expert Independent Retail Business Coach and host of the popular Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast, returns to the Small Business Education Series by popular demand.

In this all-new session, Kathy will demystify AI, breaking it down into simple, actionable insights tailored for small businesses of all types—not just retail. Whether you’re running a restaurant, managing a service-based business, or operating a retail shop, this session is your chance to:
• Save time and optimize workflows
• Enhance customer experiences
• Simplify daily operations (NO technical expertise required!)

Thrive in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world. Don't miss out on this opportunity to simplify and streamline your day-to-day!
This event is FREE, but space is limited. Please register.

Participants

Moderator: Steve Meka
Owner of STEM Handmade Soap

Kathy Cruz
The Savvy Shopkeeper
Kathy, a seasoned retail professional and speaker, brings over a decade of expertise as an Independent Retail store proprietor, retail business mentor, and mastermind group leader. She is the host of the highly acclaimed Savvy Shopkeeper Retail Podcast, recognized among the top 1% of podcasts globally.

Through her work, Kathy collaborates with groups, individuals, and organizations, empowering Independent Retailers to operate more efficiently, increase profitability, and expand their enterprises.

Kathy's Signature Topics

✅ Pillars of Retail: The 7-Point Formula to a Profitable Brick and Mortar Store

✅ Empower Yourself and Your Business: 7 Brick and Mortar Retail Metrics To Help You Grow

✅ Retail Planning: Take Consistent Action To Reach Your Goals

✅ The Well Oiled Machine: Create Systems and Processes to Help Your Retail Business Run Efficiently

✅ Master Your Mindset: The Power of Visualization for Indie Retailers

Host or Publisher Lakewood Chamber of Commerce