AI Fundamentals for Rural Communities

Monday, June 22, 2026

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.

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 AMOpening Welcome
  • 8:30–9:15 AMModule 1: What Is AI, and Why Now?
  • 9:15–10:15 AMModule 2: What AI Can Do
  • 10:25–11:15 AMModule 3: Hands-On Practice
  • 11:15–11:45 AMModule 4: Building Your Action Plan
  • 11:45 AM–12:00 PMClosing & Next Steps

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