AI Fundamentals for Rural Communities

A plain-language, hands-on introduction to artificial intelligence for people who run businesses and serve their communities. Hosted by the Center for Rural AI (CRAI), this half-day workshop is built specifically for how rural communities work. We focus entirely on real skills and practical plans you can use right away to stretch your capacity without stretching your staff.

Date
2026-06-22
Time
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location
Kendall Mountain Recreation Center, Silverton, Colorado
Cost
$50
Capacity
30

About This Event

Who Should Attend: Small business owners, restaurants & hospitality, farmers & ranchers, city & county staff, nonprofit managers, chamber of commerce & economic development professionals.

Agenda: 8:00–8:30 AM | Opening Welcome 8:30–9:15 AM | Module 1: What Is AI, and Why Now? 9:15–10:15 AM | Module 2: What AI Can Do 10:25–11:15 AM | Module 3: Hands-On Practice 11:15–11:45 AM | Module 4: Building Your Action Plan 11:45 AM–12:00 PM | Closing & Next Steps

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