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Innisfil, ON – The Town of Innisfil is hosting an AI Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs starting on May 30 and running weekly until June 13. Delivered through the Town’s DMZ Innisfil business accelerator, in partnership with Nottawasaga Futures and the County of Simcoe, the bootcamp will help clarify the complexities of artificial intelligence (AI) and demonstrate its capacity to enhance business operations for entrepreneurs and business owners across Simcoe County.

“This event is a testament to Innisfil’s forward-thinking approach and our dedication to empowering local businesses with the tools and knowledge to thrive in the digital age,” says Mayor Lynn Dollin. “We are excited to see the positive impact this bootcamp will have on entrepreneurs throughout Simcoe County."

The AI Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs will feature three sessions, which include the Introduction to AI for Business, AI for Marketing, and Implementing AI in Business Operations & Beyond workshops. The sessions will provide participants with essential knowledge of the fundamentals of AI and practical advice on how to use AI tools to streamline business operations and drive business growth. Participants will enjoy hands-on interactions with AI tools, and all skill levels including beginners are encouraged to join.

The AI Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs aligns with Innisfil's economic development strategic plan by supporting an innovation-enabled economy, one of the key goals identified in the plan. The partnership with Nottawasaga Futures and the County of Simcoe also reflects the strategic goal of fostering a cohesive community by leveraging resources and expertise to support economic development. Overall, the bootcamp is a proactive step towards creating an investment-ready Innisfil and enhancing community amenities and assets through technological empowerment.

The AI Bootcamp for Entrepreneurs will take place on May 30, June 6, and June 13 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Participants must sign up to take part in the bootcamp by May 28, 2024. For more details, and to register, visit innisfil.ca/AIBootcamp.

To learn more about Economic Development in Innisfil, entrepreneurial supports and to stay up to date on news and events, visit InvestInnisfil.ca.

This project is funded in part by the County of Simcoe Entrepreneurial Innovation Fund.