AI for
Main Street
Unlock Growth with
Intelligent AI Solutions
Empower small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) to implement AI automation to gain a sustainable competitive edge
Our Goals
Equip SMBs with the essential knowledge and tools to thrive in the AI era.
Immediate ROI & Clear Blueprint
Cut through the noise with a practical, actionable, and measurable plan that delivers tangible returns on your AI investments today.
Empower, Grow & Delight
Leverage AI to empower your workforce, significantly reduce operational costs, boost revenue streams, and create exceptional customer experiences.
Collaborative Community
Join a vibrant network of business leaders to continuously learn, share insights, and adapt innovative AI strategies for sustained success.
Why we are doing this
AI is under-utilized, not overhyped
Cut through the hype and see where AI really drives growth and efficiency.
Filter the noise, focus on ROI
We don’t just tell you what’s new. We show you how to use it.
Go beyond search and content generation
AI isn’t just for research and social media posts —it’s for sales, ops, customer service, and finance.
Practical playbooks you can use today
Strategies, tactics, tools, and tested frameworks to put AI to work.
Why we are doing this
AI is under-utilized, not overhyped
Cut through the hype and see where AI really drives growth and efficiency.
Filter the noise, focus on ROI
We don’t just tell you what’s new. We show you how to use it.
Go beyond search and content generation
AI isn’t just for research and social media posts —it’s for sales, ops, customer service, and finance.
Practical playbooks you can use today
Strategies, tactics, tools, and tested frameworks to put AI to work.
SMB AI Adoption
Real-World Success & Emerging Trends
Jordan Craig (Apparel)
Achieved 54% YoY email revenue growth by implementing AI-driven predictive segments and automated marketing flows.
Aerotech (B2B Mfg)
Saw a 66% increase in sales win rates within 3 months using AI-assisted CRM for lead prioritization and coaching.
New Services
SMBs are launching AI-powered personalized nutrition plans, legal research tools, and inventory management systems.
Percentage of SMBs using AI Say
Real-World Success & Emerging Trends
SMBs with AI report increased revenue.
AI makes operations more efficient.
Chatbots auto-resolve customer requests.
See firsthand how AI transforms operations and customer engagement with these real-world applications we’ve built for other businesses.
Revenue Generation
- Outreach and Cold Email Marketing: AI automation to drive revenue.
- Automated Contact Form Follow-up: AI provides immediate, personalized follow-up to website inquiries, never missing a lead.
Operations
- AI Order Taking at Drive-Thru: Watch an AI seamlessly process orders at a busy drive-thru, improving speed and accuracy.
- Returns Processing: Streamline and automate the handling of product returns, improving efficiency.
Customer Success
- AI Voice Agent for Customer Support: Experience an AI handling complex customer inquiries and resolutions in real-time, boosting satisfaction.
Who this is for
We partner with visionary companies that match this profile and mindset to unlock their full potential.
Revenue Range
Companies with $1M – $250M in annual revenue, ready to leverage AI for their next growth phase.
Growth Mindset
Leaders who are open-minded and eager to embrace innovative AI solutions to scale their operations.
Strategic Goal
Organizations focused on optimizing business operations with AI for efficiency and competitive advantage.
Future-Oriented
Businesses seeking rapid growth and significant scale through intelligent automation and enhanced capabilities.
Industries
- Retail & eCommerce
- Restaurants
- SaaS companies
- Professional Services
- Events Management
Roles
- Sales
- Marketing
- Customer Success
- Customer Service
- Operations
Technical Solutions
- Self-Hosted LLMs/Multi-Modal Models
- Custom AI Models and LLMs
- AI agents
- Voice AI systems
- Workflow automation
Enabling Technologies
Beyond legacy AI – The current AI landscape is built upon a stack of powerful new technologies that make advanced automation accessible to SMBs.
Foundational Models
Multi-modal AI models (text, image, audio) available both publicly and for secure self-hosting, forming the base for intelligent applications.
Custom Models (RAG)
Enhance foundational models by integrating Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) with your unique business data for highly relevant and accurate outputs.
AI Tools & Applications
A rapidly expanding ecosystem of AI-powered tools for content creation, business process automation, sales, customer service, and voice agents.
Orchestration Layers
The 'glue' that seamlessly deploys, connects, and secures disparate AI components and data sources across your business infrastructure.
Expert Insights
Leaders across industries recognize AI’s transformative power, highlighting its immediate impact and future potential for businesses of all sizes.
“AI will fundamentally change how people work, learn, travel, get health care, and communicate with each other. Entire industries will reorient around it.”
— Bill Gates, Co-founder of Microsoft
“Generative AI could add the equivalent of $2.6 trillion to $4.4 trillion annually across the 63 use cases we analyzed, across various industries.”
— McKinsey & Company, The economic potential of generative AI
“I predict that a lot of jobs will simply go away. We can assume that if you are doing some kind of repetitive task, it will probably be automated by AI.”
— Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google
Can AI live up to the hype?
Unrealistic Expectations
The vision of AI as a magical solution for all business challenges often leads to misdirected investments and disappointment.
Misinformation & Fear
Overblown fears of job displacement or AI autonomy can overshadow the real benefits and practical applications available today.
Data Dependencies & Hallucinations
Current AI models require extensive, high-quality data and can sometimes generate plausible but factually incorrect information.
Integration & Ethical Gaps
Seamlessly integrating AI into existing workflows and addressing complex ethical considerations remain significant hurdles.
Lessons Learned
Insights from both established enterprises and agile startups reveal key differences in successful AI adoption strategies.
What Large Enterprises Get Wrong
- Struggle with change management, complex integrations, and bureaucratic decision-making.
- Miss significant ROI opportunities by not prioritizing back-office automation and in-housing outsourced operations.
What Successful Startups Do Right
- Embrace an AI-first approach with rapid experimentation and agile integration.
- Embed AI across all functions: sales, marketing, research, coding, operations, and customer service.
- Leverage AI to free teams for high-value, strategic activities.
The SMB Success Formula
People
Right team with AI mindset and willingness to learn new approaches
Data
Clean, organized information that feeds your AI systems effectively
Process
Streamlined workflows that integrate AI naturally into daily operations
Technology
Right tools and platforms that scale with your business needs
Success requires alignment across all four. Miss one, and your AI initiative will struggle to deliver results.
Building Your AI Foundation:
The 8 Pillars
AI Readiness Assessment & Policy
Assess AI readiness across teams and systems, identify ROI opportunities, and set a corporate AI policy.
Data Infrastructure
Solid data foundation and custom LLMs tailored to your business
Communication AI
Voice, email, and chat systems that handle customer interactions
Workflow Automation
AI agents that streamline repetitive business processes
Business Integration
Seamless connection with your existing core business tools
Education & Training
AI education and skill development for employees
Governance & Security
Proper oversight, security protocols, and human supervision
Continuous Learning and Improving
Systems to capture feedback that drives ongoing improvement and adaptation
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Roopak Gupta
Hureka Technologies
Founder and CEO
Peter Chmiel
Cutting Edge Consulting
Founder and CEO
Principal consultant at Cutting Edge Consulting and founder of the Innovators Alliance AI community. Peter mentors startups through the Philly/Princeton Founder Institute and leads AI/Web3 accelerator programs at Crypto Monday’s.
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Join Our Weekly AI for Main
Street Webinar Series!
Every Thursday at 2:00 PM EST
Dive deep into practical AI applications tailored for small and mid-sized businesses. Each week, we explore a new theme to empower your business with cutting-edge AI strategies and tools.
Networking & Outreach
1st Thursday of the Month Strategies to leverage AI for expanding your professional network and optimizing outreach efforts.
eCommerce & Restaurants
2nd Thursdayof the Month Discover AI solutions to enhance customer experience, streamline operations, and boost sales in retail and food services.
SaaS Solutions
3rd Thu of the Month Explore how AI can transform your Software as a Service offerings and internal processes for greater efficiency.
AI Advisory
4th Thursday of the Month We guide you through the foundational pillars of AI adoption for your business
Showcase Real-World AI Applications
Explore practical examples of how AI is transforming businesses today:
AI-Powered Networking
Discover how mTap's AI optimizes professional outreach, identifies key contacts, and automates follow-ups to maximize networking efficiency.
Smart Event Management
See mTap's AI capabilities in action for seamless event planning, attendee engagement, and post-event analytics, enhancing the overall experience.
Voice AI for Fast Food
Witness how an AI voice agent transforms customer service by efficiently handling orders, queries, and drive-thru interactions for fast food restaurants.
WooCommerce Returns Automation
Learn how AI integration with WooCommerce streamlines your e-commerce return process, automating approvals, tracking, and customer communication.
Join Our Weekly Group Office Hours!
Every Friday at 2:30 PM EST
Unlock the full potential of AI for your business in our interactive weekly sessions. Get direct support, share experiences, and collaborate with peers and experts.
Direct Support
Get real-time answers to your pressing AI questions and implementation challenges.
Collaborative Learning
Connect with a community of like-minded SMB leaders and share valuable insights.
Practical Solutions
Discover actionable strategies and tools to implement AI effectively in your business.
Expert Guidance
Receive personalized advice from our AI specialists in an interactive setting.
Book Your Advisory Meeting
Personalized AI Strategy for Your Business
Gain tailored insights and a clear roadmap for integrating AI into your specific operations. This dedicated session offers an opportunity to discuss your unique challenges and opportunities directly with our AI specialists.
Let’s collaborate to unlock your business’s full AI potential.