AZBizCon Sessions

In the era of artificial intelligence, small businesses are uniquely positioned to punch above their weight—not despite their size, but because of it. Generative AI has lowered the barriers to automation, marketing, customer engagement, and analytics, giving small teams access to capabilities that were once the domain of large enterprises. If they act quickly, small businesses can leverage this moment to be more agile, responsive, and creative than ever before. This 60-minute session offers an accessible, high-impact introduction to the AI tools reshaping today’s business landscape. We will explore real-world use cases that show how small business owners and staff can use tools like ChatGPT and other generative platforms to boost productivity, automate routine tasks, respond to customers, and create content with ease. Participants will leave with actionable examples, a list of recommended resources, and a clearer understanding of how to integrate AI into their operations in a safe, strategic, and scalable way.

Join us to explore how to grow your business for long-term success and profitability—while preparing for a future exit. Learn practical steps to assess your current value, streamline operations, and identify growth opportunities. This session delivers actionable strategies to increase value now and protect your financial investment. Transworld Business Advisors has helped thousands of owners maximize their business and achieve smooth, profitable exits.

Are you ready to transform your business idea into reality but overwhelmed by where to begin? This dynamic session guides you through creating a personalized action plan that bridges your unique strengths and goals to a robust, actionable business blueprint. Learn how to conduct a self-assessment, align your vision with market needs, break down milestones, and map resources to avoid common pitfalls. Walk away with clarity, confidence, and a step-by-step framework to build a business plan tailored to your ambitions—and the tools to execute it. Whether you’re launching a new idea or refining an existing venture, leave ready to turn inspiration into impact.

Discover how lean principles can transform your business, no matter the industry. This workshop offers practical insights into creating a culture of continuous improvement, fostering employee respect, and prioritizing customer value to drive profitability and growth. Key Topics Covered: -Customer-Value Orientation: Learn why focusing on customer value is essential for business success. -Value-Added vs. Non-Value-Added Activities: Identify and eliminate inefficiencies to streamline operations. -Lean Team Management: Understand how lean principles enhance team dynamics and productivity. -Quick Implementation of Continuous Improvement: Explore actionable methods to drive improvements in real time. -Process Standardization: Discover how standardizing workflows ensures consistency and efficiency. This session emphasizes strategies for the run and growth phases of the business cycle, equipping entrepreneurs to build a culture of innovation and reinvest in people, equipment, and marketing for sustained success.