Mississippi AI Collaborative

Reminder! 📢 Deadline tomorrow: Applications for this AI Agency cohort can be accessed via the Mississippi AI Agency website: https://lnkd.in/geBVwFzn Program Highlights This comprehensive program is designed to equip entrepreneurs with critical business development skills, including: • AI integration for business planning, marketing, and operations • Financial modeling and sustainable revenue strategies • Branding and digital marketing mastery • Legal and operational business foundations • Pitch preparation and public speaking confidence #ai4ms #ai4all #aiagency

All entrepreneurs in Mississippi can apply for this 10-week program to transform their ideas into investor-ready business plans with the power of AI. 🗓 Application Deadline: January 3, 2025 Take this opportunity to grow your business with cutting-edge AI solutions and join a community of innovators. Don’t miss out! 👉 Apply today: mississippiai.org/aiagency #AIAccelerator #BusinessGrowth #MississippiEntrepreneurs #Innovation #ArtificialIntelligence

🌟 Empowering Mississippi through AI Education and Innovation! 🌟 As 2024 comes to a close, we're thrilled to reflect on the transformative strides made in AI education across Mississippi. ✦ Learn, Earn, and Grow: Explore our new courses in AI basics, generative AI, and machine learning. Certifications earned can be uploaded to the AI-thon platform for a chance to win prizes! Sign up: https://lnkd.in/gDFSqkFX ✦ Expanding Partnerships: In collaboration with institutions like Jackson State University and Alcorn State University Women's Business Center, we’re equipping small business owners with AI-powered tools for branding, planning, and innovation. ✦ Looking ahead to 2025, we’re preparing for the Southern Spark AI Conference (June 12-13) and expanded AI-thon pathways. Applications for our AI Agency accelerator programs are open now and close January 3, 2025. Don’t miss out—apply today! mississippiai.org/aiagency Here’s to a 2025 where AI empowers communities and fosters innovation across Mississippi and beyond. 🚀 #AIInnovation #MississippiAI #Education #BusinessDevelopment #GenerativeAI DataDotOrg Joanne Jan JJ Townsend Nathan Araya Krystal Chatman, EdS Bob Buseck David Collins Brittany Myburgh Ka'Pri B. Kaymen Russell, LPTA Ka'Pri B. Nashlie Sephus, Ph.D. Tamika Jenkins, CEcD

The Mississippi AI Agency, in collaboration with Alcorn State University Women’s Business Center, Natchez Workforce Development, Mississippi Coding Academies, Alcorn State School of Business, JSU Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and the Mississippi AI Collaborative, is proud to announce the launch of a groundbreaking 10-Week Business Development Program for aspiring entrepreneurs. Applications are now open and can be accessed via the Mississippi AI Agency website starting December 19, 2024. The deadline to submit applications is January 3, 2025. Access the full press release: https://lnkd.in/gbnMSUJq Program Highlights This comprehensive program is designed to equip entrepreneurs with critical business development skills, including: • AI integration for business planning, marketing, and operations • Financial modeling and sustainable revenue strategies • Branding and digital marketing mastery • Legal and operational business foundations • Pitch preparation and public speaking confidence Ready to participate? Sign up now! https://lnkd.in/geBVwFzn #ai4ms #ai4all #aiagency Jarita Frazier- King JJ Townsend Nathan Araya Ka'Pri B. Kaymen Russell, LPTA MyKinzi Roy Brittany Myburgh

✨ Exciting News from the AI Collaborative! ✨ We have 16 new free courses to help you earn industry-recognized credentials. 🎓 ✨ How It Works: 1️⃣ Sign Up to Gain Access – Whether you’re a business owner, educator, non-profit leader, K-12 student, or advanced learner, we selected courses designed just for you. Register directly via: https://lnkd.in/dxnDipNk 2️⃣ Learn at Your Pace – Dive into modules covering everything from AI basics to advanced topics like machine learning and natural language processing. 3️⃣ Earn Certifications – Upon completion, you’ll receive industry-recognized credentials to showcase your skills and expertise. Upload your certificate to the AI-thon to go into the draw for prizes! 💻 Where to Start: - Visit https://lnkd.in/gDFSqkFX to browse the courses. - Enroll for free. - Complete the modules and submit your certificates to go into the draw for prizes. 📅 Join the AI-thon today and be part of the movement to future-proof Mississippi with accessible AI skills! Let’s learn, grow, and build a smarter future—together. 🚀 #AIforAll #AIEducation #FutureReadySkills #MississippiFuture The Bean Path Tiffiney Carter-Washington, M.S. MIS JJ Townsend Mississippi Coding Academies

Big news! The Mississippi AI Collaborative’s AI Agency at JSU is partnering with the Center for Social Entrepreneurship alongside The Bean Path to bring AI education and digital tools to Jackson’s small businesses. https://lnkd.in/gJsg8dhd This is one of many new AI Agency partnerships to be announced across the state as we work to bring AI education and tools to all in Mississippi 🚀 #AIForGood #AI4MS

New technology offerings can provide organizations solutions to existing industry challenges, but identifying and implementing these solutions can be difficult. SmartTech MS’s mission is to assist Mississippi’s manufacturers in understanding some of the technological opportunities and navigating implementation of technology to provide solutions to today’s industrial challenges. Join us on January 23 for the Inaugural SmartTech MS Technology Confernece. Learn more about this initiative via: https://lnkd.in/gUFMxWQM

Reminder: Apply for the AI Agency’s Catalyst Cohort! Application Deadline: December 20, 2024 Apply today at mississippiai.org/aiagency Ready to establish your digital presence and boost efficiency with AI? The AI Agency at Jackson State University invites Mississippi nonprofit organizations and small business owners to sign up for this program focused on AI-driven innovation and growth. What You’ll Gain: ✔️ Learn the fundamentals of Generative AI ✔️ Develop your website, brand, and social media to establish a strong digital presence ✔️ Learn to train AI tools such as chatbots for customer support and operations ✔️ Collaborate with a cohort of like-minded peers Don’t miss this opportunity! Apply today at mississippiai.org/aiagency #ai4ms #ai4all Ka'Pri B. Kaymen Russell, LPTA MyKinzi Roy

In 2024, we’ve had the privilege of working with these incredible businesses and organizations through the AI Agency. Each one has taken meaningful steps to leverage AI and expand their digital presence, driving innovation and making a lasting impact in their communities. 🌟 A special thank you to our supporting partners: DataDotOrg, Microsoft, Adobe Express, and Jackson State University for helping make these partnerships a reality. Here’s to a future of continued growth and collaboration! 💡✨ #AIInnovation #DigitalTransformation #Collaboration #TechnologyForGood #CommunityImpact Ka'Pri B. Kaymen Russell, LPTA JJ Townsend Nathan Araya

Are you ready to learn how to leverage AI in your organization? The Mississippi AI Agency is now accepting applications for its 2025 Catalyst Cohort Program! 🚀 What We Offer: ✔️ Leverage generative AI to enhance marketing, streamline workflows, and create custom chatbots. ✔️ Gain hands-on skills from AI-trained students to drive growth in your business. ✔️ Transform your business with fresh insights and innovative solutions tailored for your needs. 📢 Who Should Apply? Mississippi-based businesses and nonprofits eager to embrace AI-driven solutions and support local talent development. 👉 Learn more and apply today: MISSISSIPPIAI.ORG/AIAGENCY Let's shape the future of business in Mississippi together. #AI #MississippiAI #BusinessInnovation #NonprofitGrowth #TalentDevelopment #GenerativeAI