A free workshop aimed at helping rural communities and small businesses harness the power of artificial intelligence is coming to Christian County. The event is taking place on July 8th, from 6 PM -7:30 PM and will be at LLCC at 800 South Spresser Street in Taylorville.
The Christian County CEO program is hosting its Give Back event, titled “AI: Rural’s Unfair Advantage.” The session is open to the public and free to attend, with organizers encouraging RSVPs to amy.k.hagen@usbank.com.
The workshop will explore how artificial intelligence can help small businesses and nonprofits overcome challenges often faced in rural areas—like limited budgets and smaller workforces. Topics will include how AI can be used as a marketing assistant, data analyst, or even an operations helper, with no advanced tech skills required.
For those ready to take it a step further, the session will also highlight ways AI can automate routine tasks and increase efficiency.
The event will be led by Andrew Skattebo, a longtime technology trainer, consultant, and co-owner of BrickStreet Digital in Quincy. Skattebo has spent the last several years working directly with AI tools and training others across the Midwest. He also teaches workforce development at John Wood Community College.
Again, the event is free, but RSVPs are requested. Find out more information here and at christiancountyceo.com
