[Back to Blog](https://www.elevateaiconsulting.com/blog) # Bringing AI to the Miami Small Business LGBTQ Community Thiago E. FerreiraAugust 14, 2025AI TrainingElevate AI Consulting: Bringing AI to the Miami Small Business LGBTQ Community — Elevate AI recently partnered with ### TL;DRShort Answer Recently, I had the pleasure of hosting a " AI Fundamentals" workshop in partnership with the The Greater Miami LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce (MDGLCC) , and what an amazing group showed up! We broke down the basics of AI in plain, human language and explored real-world ways that small business owners and professionals can use AI tools like ChatGPT to save time, boost productivity, and ma... ## **What We Covered** Recently, I had the pleasure of hosting a "**AI Fundamentals" workshop** in partnership with the **The Greater Miami LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce (MDGLCC)**, and what an amazing group showed up! ## **About the Workshop** [Watch on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uFIN7DPjTlM) We broke down the basics of AI in plain, human language and explored real-world ways that small business owners and professionals can use AI tools like **ChatGPT** to save time, boost productivity, and make better decisions. From where AI coming from to where it is headed, we covered it all, no tech background required. This was one of my favorite sessions yet, not just because of the energy in the (virtual) room, but because it reinforced something I deeply believe: **AI should be accessible to everyone, not just big companies with big budgets**. **Elevate AI is a proud member of MDGLCC**, and it’s an honor to support a community that champions innovation, inclusion, and small business success. Special thanks to the Chamber for the invitation and support. Stay tuned for our next session coming soon! If you work in real estate or lending, we also ran an [AI workshop for real estate professionals](https://www.elevateaiconsulting.com/post/missed-our-ai-workshop-for-real-estate-pros-watch-the-replay-now) with a full replay. 🎥 Missed the session? You can catch the replay above! 👉 Want to bring an AI training to your business or community? Let’s talk: [elevateaiconsulting.com](http://elevateaiconsulting.com/) 🏳️‍🌈 Want to learn more about the MDGLCC? Click here: [gaybizmiami.com](http://gaybizmiami.com/) Bringing AI to the Miami Small Business LGBTQ Community Bringing AI to the Miami Small Business LGBTQ Community ## Frequently Asked Questions Do you need tech experience to use AI for your business? No, you don't need technical experience to use AI for your business. Modern AI tools like ChatGPT are designed to be accessible to everyone. With basic training and guidance, small business owners and their teams can quickly learn to leverage AI to automate tasks, create content, and streamline operations. How can AI help Miami small businesses specifically? AI can help Miami small businesses by automating time-consuming tasks, improving customer communication, creating marketing content efficiently, analyzing customer data, and freeing up time for business owners to focus on growth and relationship-building. This is especially valuable for small businesses with limited resources that need to maximize productivity. How can small businesses use AI tools like ChatGPT? Small businesses can use AI tools like ChatGPT to save time, boost productivity, and improve decision-making. Common use cases include customer service automation, content creation for marketing, email drafting, data analysis, meeting summaries, and workflow automation—all without requiring technical expertise or large budgets. What AI tools are best for small businesses? The best AI tools for small businesses include ChatGPT for text generation and problem-solving, Canva for AI-enhanced design, Gamma for presentations, and various automation platforms like Zapier. The key is starting with one tool, mastering it, and then gradually expanding to others based on your business needs. What was covered in the MDGLCC AI Fundamentals workshop? The MDGLCC AI Fundamentals workshop covered the basics of AI in plain language, explored real-world ways small business owners can use ChatGPT and other AI tools to save time and boost productivity, discussed where AI is coming from and where it's headed, and provided hands-on guidance—all without requiring any technical background. Where can I find AI training for my small business? You can find AI training for small businesses through local chambers of commerce workshops, online courses, or by working directly with AI consultants like Elevate AI Consulting. Many consultants offer workshops tailored to specific industries or communities, ensuring the training is relevant and immediately applicable to your business context. ## Related Posts [Elevate AI CEO Thiago E. Ferreira Featured on Noticias Telemundo: AI Takes Tasks, Not Jobs ### Elevate AI CEO Thiago E. Ferreira Featured on Noticias Telemundo: AI Takes Tasks, Not Jobs Thiago E. 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