Unlocking AI for Small Businesses: Practical Insights for Innovative Businesses

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries, and small businesses have a unique opportunity to harness its power for growth. From streamlining operations to enhancing customer engagement and improving efficiency, AI offers practical solutions that can help small businesses work smarter, not harder.

But with opportunities come challenges. Many small businesses are hesitant to adopt generative AI due to ethical concerns, including environmental impact and the fair treatment of content creators. In this webinar, we’ll address these considerations alongside the practical benefits AI can bring to businesses.

Join us for this insightful discussion featuring guest speakers James Gauci and Dr Emma Schleiger from Cadent, an ethical technology studio specialising in AI governance and human-centered software solutions.

We’ll explore:

• How AI can enhance efficiency and decision-making in small businesses
• Real-world examples of AI-driven solutions in the sector
• Practical steps to integrate AI into your business operations, even with limited resources
• The ethical considerations of generative AI, including environmental impact and fair treatment of content creators
• Strategies to adopt AI responsibly while staying true to your business values

Whether you’re new to AI or looking to refine your approach, this session will provide valuable insights and actionable strategies to help you leverage technology for smarter business growth.

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James Gauci is the CEO and Founder of Cadent, a pioneering ethical technology studio specialising in AI governance and human-centered software solutions. With a unique blend of qualifications including an MBA, Bachelor of Psychological Science, and certifications in AI ethics, information security, and agile methodologies, James brings a distinctly human perspective to technological advancement.
As Chair of IEEE SSIT's Australian national committee and a sessional academic in cybersecurity ethics, James is at the forefront of examining technology's social implications. His leadership has delivered major technology projects for the Australian Government, Queensland Government, and critical infrastructure organisations, while pioneering implementation frameworks for ISO/IEC 42001 AI Management Systems.
Through Cadent's Ethē platform, James is revolutionising AI governance implementation, reducing timeframes from months to weeks. As a certified social enterprise, Cadent reinvests more than 100% of profits into social impact initiatives, demonstrating James's commitment to ethical technological advancement.

Dr Emma Schleiger is the AI Systems Governance Lead at Cadent. She brings deep expertise in developing evidence-based strategies for the ethical and responsible development and deployment of AI systems. Notably, Dr Schleiger was the lead author of the discussion paper that shaped Australia’s AI Ethics Principles, and in 2024, she was recognised as a finalist in the APAC Women in AI Awards for her leadership in advancing responsible innovation.