Curious about AI but not sure what it actually means for your business?

You’re not alone. AI is moving quickly, and for many small businesses it can be difficult to know where to start, what is genuinely useful, and whether it’s worth the time and investment.

Transforming the Midlands with AI: Basecamp is a practical, jargon-free morning designed especially for SMEs. It will help you move from simply hearing about AI to understanding where it could save time, improve productivity, support your team and create opportunities in your business.

Join business owners and teams from Laois, Longford, Offaly, Westmeath and across Ireland to learn, share experiences and explore AI in a way that is practical, accessible and relevant to the realities of running a small business.

Practical learning for real businesses

Hear directly from SMEs already using AI and learn what has worked for them, what they have learned along the way and how businesses can take their first steps without needing to become AI experts.

A key part of Basecamp will be interactive breakout sessions focused on practical areas that matter to small businesses. These sessions will give you and your team an opportunity to explore where AI could fit into day-to-day business activities, ask questions in a supportive environment and leave with ideas you can start considering straight away.

Whether you are a business owner, manager or member of the wider team, there will be plenty to learn, discuss and bring back to your business.

Not sure if AI is for you? Then Basecamp is for you.

You might already be experimenting with AI. You might have tried tools such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot but aren’t sure what to do next. Or you may have done nothing at all and simply want someone to explain what AI could realistically mean for a small business.

You don’t need any technical expertise or previous AI knowledge.

You’ll also learn about practical supports available through your Local Enterprise Office, including Digital for Business and the Grow Digital Voucher, which can help businesses explore opportunities to introduce digital technologies.

Who should attend?

Basecamp is designed for SME owners, managers and their teams across Laois, Offaly, Westmeath and Longford, regardless of sector, business size or current level of AI knowledge.

Bring members of your team and use the morning as an opportunity to learn together, challenge your thinking and identify where AI could make a practical difference in your business.

Come along, hear what other businesses are doing, make new connections and leave with a clearer understanding of where AI might fit in your business.

Start small. Ask questions. Learn from others. Find what works for your business.

Places are limited. Register now to secure your place.

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