Simple AI Solutions for Small Businesses
Practical AI tools and training that work for real businesses in Greenville, Asheville, and Charlotte. No tech degree required.
How I Help Local Businesses Use AI
AI Discovery Session
Free 30-minute consultation where we identify the biggest time-wasters in your business and see where AI can help immediately.
What We'll Cover:
- Review your current daily tasks and pain points
- Identify 2-3 areas where AI can save you time right away
- Get specific tool recommendations for your business
- Honest assessment - sometimes AI isn't the answer
Perfect For:
Business owners who are curious about AI but don't know where to start, or who've tried AI tools but aren't getting good results.
AI Quick Start Setup
Half-day intensive session where I set up and train you on 1-3 AI tools that will make an immediate impact on your business.
What's Included:
- Account setup for recommended AI tools
- Custom templates for your specific business needs
- Hands-on training with your actual work
- Written step-by-step guides you can reference later
- 2 weeks of follow-up support via email/text
Common Tools We Set Up:
ChatGPT or Claude for content creation, Canva AI for graphics, AI email assistants, or industry-specific tools for your business type.
Team AI Training Workshop
2-hour group training to get your whole team comfortable using AI tools effectively and safely in their daily work.
Workshop Covers:
- AI basics in plain English (no technical jargon)
- Hands-on practice with tools relevant to their roles
- Do's and don'ts for business AI use
- How to write effective prompts that get good results
- Q&A session for specific business scenarios
Perfect For:
Teams of 3-10 people who need to get up to speed quickly. Can be done at your location or via video conference.
Solutions for Your Type of Business
Restaurants & Food Service
- Social media content creation for daily specials
- Customer review responses
- Menu descriptions and marketing copy
- Staff training materials
- Email marketing campaigns
What's Possible: Automated social media posting that keeps your restaurant top-of-mind with customers.
Professional Services
- Client communication templates
- Proposal and contract drafting assistance
- Meeting summary creation
- Blog content for your website
- FAQ development
What's Possible: AI-assisted email responses that maintain your professional tone while saving hours per week.
Retail & E-commerce
- Product descriptions that sell
- Customer service chatbot setup
- Social media content planning
- Email newsletter creation
- Inventory and vendor communications
What's Possible: Product description generation that highlights benefits and drives sales.
Tourism & Hospitality
- Guest communication automation
- Local attraction and activity descriptions
- Review responses across platforms
- Booking confirmation and reminder emails
- Social media content showcasing experiences
What's Possible: Personalized guest communication that feels human but saves significant time.
Healthcare & Wellness
- Patient education materials
- Appointment confirmation and prep instructions
- Insurance and billing communication
- Social media content (compliant)
- Staff training documentation
What's Possible: Patient communication templates that reduce staff workload while improving patient experience.
Real Estate
- Property listing descriptions
- Client follow-up sequences
- Market analysis summaries
- Social media content for listings
- Lead nurturing email campaigns
Most Popular: Compelling property descriptions that highlight unique features and generate more showings.
Ongoing Support Options
Monthly AI Check-In
Regular 30-minute sessions to answer questions, troubleshoot issues, and introduce new tools as they become available.
- Monthly video call or in-person meeting
- Email/text support between sessions
- Updates on new AI tools relevant to your business
- Help optimizing your current AI workflows
Best For: Businesses that want to stay current with AI developments and continuously improve their processes.
"AI Emergency" Support
Sometimes you need help right now. Quick support for urgent AI tool issues or time-sensitive projects.
- Same-day response for urgent issues
- Help with important presentations or proposals
- Troubleshooting when tools aren't working
- Quick training for new team members
Best For: Businesses that prefer to pay as needed rather than monthly ongoing support.
Flexible Pricing for Your Needs
Investment Based on Your Situation
Every business is different. My pricing reflects the value delivered, your location, team size, and specific needs.
AI Discovery Session
FREE
30-minute consultation to identify opportunities
Quick Start Setup
Custom Quote
Half-day setup + 2 weeks follow-up support
Team Training Workshop
Custom Quote
2-hour workshop for your team
What Affects Pricing:
Virtual, local, or travel required
Number of people to train
Industry-specific requirements
Rush projects cost more
Investment range: Most small business projects fall between $500-$1,500 depending on scope and requirements.
Virtual Sessions Available
Save on travel time and costs with virtual training and setup sessions. Same great results, more convenient scheduling.
Why Choose Local AI Help?
I Understand Your Market
I live and work in the same communities as your customers. I understand the pace of business here, the seasonal challenges, and what works for local companies.
No Corporate Overhead
You're not paying for fancy offices or big agency markups. You get direct access to an experienced professional at a fair price.
Real Relationships
When you need help, you call me directly. No phone trees, no account managers, no runaround. Just straightforward help when you need it.
Practical Focus
I'm not trying to sell you on the latest AI trend. I focus on tools that actually work for small businesses and deliver real ROI.
Local Success Stories
I can connect you with other local businesses who are successfully using AI. Real references from companies you might even know.
Ongoing Local Support
I'm here for the long term. As new AI tools emerge, I'll help you evaluate whether they make sense for your business.
Ready to Get Started?
Every business is different. Let's have a conversation about your specific needs and I'll provide a custom quote that makes sense for your situation.
Start with a Free Discovery Session
30 minutes. No obligation. Custom pricing based on your needs.
📞 Call or text: Ready to add if you want to include your number
📧 Email: matt@pinelandsaistrategies.com
📍 In-person, virtual, or hybrid - whatever works best for you