SMB Challenges and Matching IT/AI Solutions Workshop
Designed to help (SMB) identify common challenges and match each with practical, cost-effective IT and AI solutions.
Date and time
Location
Online
Agenda
11:00 AM - 11:02 AM
Introduction and Opening Announcements
Carmel Cantrand Lyons, , LegalShield & IDShield Ind Asso
11:02 AM - 11:30 AM
SMB Challenges and Matching IT/AI Solutions Workshop
Dan Velando, Founder, dvaDataStorage & Bizdiversity COO
11:30 AM - 11:55 AM
Questions & Answers
11:55 AM - 12:00 PM
Closing Announcements
Carmel Chartrand-Lyons, LegalShield & IDShield Ind Assoc
About this event
- Event lasts 1 hour
What you will learn
Designed to help small and mid-size businesses (SMB) identify common challenges and match each with practical, cost-effective IT and AI solutions. Empowers multicultural and community-based SMBs to modernize operations, increase resilience and grow sustainably.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is designed for business owners, non-profit leaders, IT managers CIOs, leadership and other leaders.
Topics covered
Business Challenges Faced by SMBs
- Real-world problems BizDiversity members are likely to encounter from digital security to staffing shortages to inefficient workflows.
Matching AI & IT Solutions for Each Challenge
- Clear explanation of what specific services (like cybersecurity, cloud apps, automation, or AI tools) solve each problem.
Technology That Scales with You
- Solutions are right-sized and affordable – ranging from entry-level to more advanced as your business grows.
Practical Use Cases & Success Scenarios
- Industry examples of how multicultural businesses used these solutions to improve efficiency, security and engagement.
Prioritization Roadmap
- Guidance on which issues to address first based on urgency, impact and budget.
Vendor-Neutral Recommendations
- Helpful recommendations to empower your team to make informed decisions.
Checklist of IT Tools & AI Readiness Questions
- Tools to assess where your business stands and what next steps to take.
Community-Sensitive Considerations
- Emphasis on multilingual support, cultural accessibility, DEI alignment and equitable technology access.
Grant & Resource Funding Guidance
- Where applicable, pointers on using grants or community funding to pay for IT upgrades or digital transformation.
Call to Action: Connect with a Trusted Advisor
- Invitation to schedule a free consultation, workshop, or assessment with a vetted technology advisor.
Workshop Details
- Date: Tuesday , August 5, 2025
- Time: 11:00 - Noon PST
- Location: Online
How to attend this workshop
- Register for your spot.
- You’ll receive a confirmation email with the event instructions including the Zoom link. On the day of the workshop, we will send you a reminder with link to the Zoom meeting. Please note that registration will be required.
- Log in to Zoom 10 minutes early so that you can make sure your video and microphone are working properly.
Troubles joining the meeting or any other questions
If you have trouble joining the meeting online, please email dan@bizdiversity.net.