What to expect
AI for Business is a free monthly meetup from NoVa AI Connect for non-technical business owners. Each month attendees learn specific tactics for using AI to save time, make money, or improve a product or service. The organizers set it apart from AI events built for developers, and monthly topics are based on problems submitted by members.
This session centers on a live demo of Claude Cowork, showing how a small business owner can use it in their own business.
Who should attend
The page says anyone who wants to use AI in a small business is welcome, and that no technical background or prior experience with these tools is needed. For a founder new to the area, the structured networking segment offers a way to compare notes with Northern Virginia business owners. Technical founders may find the material introductory, given the stated audience.
Agenda and speakers
- 5:30 PM: Doors and networking
- 6:00 PM: Presentation and Q&A on Claude Cowork
- 6:30 PM: Structured networking on your top AI problem
- 7:00 PM: Open networking
- 7:30 PM: Wrap
The presenter is Bryan Wakefield, a fractional CFO and publisher of the GoPWCVA newsletter, who also hosts the event.
Venue and access
The event is at ALX Community, Waterfront location, 201 N Union St, Suite 110, Alexandria, VA 22314. The page notes metered parking and public garages nearby. The series meets in Woodbridge on first Wednesdays and in Alexandria on third Wednesdays, so make sure you head to the Alexandria address for this date.
How to register
Attendance is free, but space is limited, so RSVP in advance on the Meetup event page.