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Artificial Intelligence is no longer just for big corporations – it’s rapidly becoming the most powerful competitive advantage small businesses can access. In this session, we will explain how Generative AI works, where it’s heading, and explore real-world tools and examples that save time, spark creativity, and drive growth.
Attendees will walk away with actionable insights and steps to see how AI can add value to their business, starting today with no data science degree required.
Our Presenter: Justin Grammens
Managing Partner, Recursive Awesome
Artificial Intelligence Strategic Consulting
Justin Grammens is the Founder and CEO of Lab651, Managing Partner at Recursive Awesome, and President of Applied AI, a Minnesota-based nonprofit focused on building the next generation of AI leaders. A lifelong technologist, entrepreneur, and educator, Justin helps organizations across healthcare, finance, and retail leverage artificial intelligence to improve operational efficiency and automate processes.
He hosts the Conversations on Applied AI podcast, teaches graduate courses in IoT and Machine Learning at the University of St. Thomas, and regularly speaks on integrating AI into real-world products and business workflows. Justin is passionate about making advanced technologies approachable and actionable for everyone – from solopreneurs to CEOs.


