Spotlights the Role of AI in Strengthening U.S. Small Businesses
WASHINGTON, DC — The American Edge Project (AEP), a coalition of two dozen domestic organizations, today launched “Smarter,” a new ad highlighting how American technology and artificial intelligence (AI) are empowering small businesses to grow and succeed.
The spot features a restaurateur with seventeen years of experience who describes how digital tools and innovation are transforming every aspect of their business, from customer acquisition to delivery services.
“AI is a game-changer for small businesses across this nation.” said Doug Kelly, CEO of the American Edge Project. “It is crucial that our leaders in Washington support policies that promote American innovation and ensure that Main Street businesses can continue to harness these powerful tools for growth and success.”
Watch “Smarter” here.
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“Our restaurant’s been in business for seventeen years.
“American technology and innovation are a part of everything we do…
“From helping us attract new customers to facilitating deliveries through websites and apps.
“I’m really excited about what artificial intelligence can do for small businesses like ours.
“This game-changing technology can make us smarter and more efficient.
“Advancing open-source AI will make our economy and Main Street stronger.
“Our leaders in Washington must protect our competitive edge.”
BACKGROUND:
The American Edge Project is a coalition of domestic organizations representing a cross-section of U.S. innovators who are dedicated to telling the story about technology’s positive influence on America’s economy and the vital role innovation plays in our society. Former New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez, former U.S. Representative Chris Carney, and former Federal Election Commission Chairman Bradley A. Smith are directors of the American Edge Project. AEP’s National Security Advisory Board is comprised of Former White House Counterterrorism and Homeland Security Advisor Frances Townsend; retired four-star General Joseph F. Dunford Jr., United States Marine Corps (USMC), who served as former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff; and former Acting Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), Michael J. Morell. Former U.S. Senators Saxby Chambliss (R-GA) and Kent Conrad (D-ND) serve as Co-Chairs of the Project’s Economic Advisory Board. Former U.S. Representative Greg Walden (R-OR) and Former U.S. Representative Loretta Sanchez (D-CA) serve as Co-Chairs of the Project’s Open & Accessible Internet Advisory Board.
Visit AmericanEdgeProject.org for more information.
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