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Start SMART with AI - SMART BRAND SYSTEM

Date and Time

Tuesday Sep 2, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT

Tuesday, Sept. 2nd 11:00-12:00 pm CT

Location

Online Webinar

Fees/Admission

No Cost

Website

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/FTonbSB4SCSqCSxIZ_Qdtw

Contact Information

Katie Whalen (309) 677-1700
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Description

Want to use AI to grow your business-but without the overwhelm or confusion? In this training, Maria Elena Duron-Google Coach and AI Integration Strategist-shares real-world ways to start using AI tools like ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Perplexity, Fathom Notetaker, and Gamma AI to boost productivity, visibility, and decision-making in your small business. This isn’t theory. It’s practical, smart, and tailored for business owners, service providers, and content creators who want to use AI to get found, make better decisions, and grow faster online-especially in local and search-driven markets. What You’ll Learn: ? Use ChatGPT as a strategic thought partner for planning, ideas, and decision support ? Voice-prompt ChatGPT for more effective, personalized output ? Generate ideas, analyze data, and expand offerings based on real customer feedback ? Leverage Google Gemini for deep business research and insight generation ? Use Perplexity AI for real-time answers and validation of new ideas ? Automate meeting notes and action items with Fathom Notetaker ? Create interactive presentations and content summaries with Gamma AI You'll also discover how all of these tools connect to your overall visibility strategy-especially if you want to rank in Google Search, be seen in AI results (AEO), and show up when and where your clients are searching. Presented by: Maria Elena Duron, Championing the mission "Helping businesses GET FOUND," Maria Elena Duron has helped over 12,400 small businesses grow with Google by simplifying digital marketing, search visibility, and AI-powered strategies. Recognized by the Texas Governor’s Office and commissioned by the Grow with Google Program, she is an industry leader in SEO, AEO (Answer Engine Optimization), and online visibility strategies. Maria Elena doesn’t just teach theory—she delivers practical, actionable training designed to help businesses stand out in search, connect with the right customers, and turn visibility into revenue. Whether you're a brick-and-mortar business, a service provider, or an online brand, Maria Elena ensures that your marketing works smarter, not harder.

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