AI Fundamentals for Rural Communities
A half-day workshop for rural businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders.
Date
2026-06-22
Time
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location
Kendall Mountain Recreation Center, Silverton, Colorado
Cost
$50
Capacity
30
Why Attend
If you are wearing every hat in a small business, or trying to do more with a tight budget at a local nonprofit or government agency, this workshop is for you.
Who Should Attend
- Small Business Owners, Restaurants & Hospitality
- Farmers & Ranchers
- City & County Staff
- Nonprofit Managers
- Chamber of Commerce & Economic Development Professionals
What You’ll Walk Away With
- A Clear Picture of AI: What it actually is, what it does well, and where it falls short in a rural context.
- Practical Skills: Hands-on experience using real AI tools on daily, real-world tasks.
- AI Decision Confidence: The foundation to know whether to adopt a tool, push back on a vendor, or ask the right questions.
- A Personal 30-Day Action Plan: A simple, realistic checklist tailored to your specific organizational needs.
Workshop Agenda
How to Prepare
“Just come ready to work on something real — the more specific your challenge, the more useful the workshop will be.”
- Set up an AI account before arriving (paid plan ~$20/mo recommended). Options: ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude
- Bring a real challenge: Identify 1–2 bottlenecks you face.
- Bring a long document: Any report, form, or policy you’ve been meaning to make sense of.
- Know where you’re stretched thin: Identify which tasks drain the most of your time.