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This leads to the 2026 Suncoast Small Business Conference Hi everyone, this is Judith Williams with JD Wms Diversity Group. I want to personally invite you to our upcoming Rise & Connect Business Workshop  happening this April 2, 2026. We are excited to feature Chris Williams , a marketing strategist and expert in marketing and its use in business growth. If you’re a small business owner or entrepreneur, this workshop will help you: Strengthen your marketing and attract your

Since January, we have had honest conversations about Artificial Intelligence. Some participants were excited. Others were skeptical. Many were unsure. That’s normal. Technology can feel overwhelming, especially for small business owners already wearing multiple hats. But here is the truth: AI is not going anywhere. The question is not whether it exists. The question is whether we will understand it well enough to use it strategically. On March 4, 2026, we conclude our Rise &

You are invited to join us on January 8th-Join the conversation. Come with your questions, your curiosity, and your desire to build something that lasts. As we step into a new year, many small business owners are asking the same questions: What will the economy look like in 2026? How can I protect my business if things slow down? Where do I even start with new tools like AI? Economic uncertainty is real. Prices are changing, customers are more cautious, and access to capital