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empowering small and midsized business with ai

Participate in or support the October 2025 50-Day Pilot for Southern Dallas – Through Strategic AI Implementation – Bridging the technology gap and unlocking entrepreneurial potential in underresourced communities.

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The Challenge: A Tale of Two Divides

The Technology Gap Recent studies show that while 73% of Fortune 500 companies have implemented AI solutions, only 18% of small businesses have adopted any form of AI technology. The result is a widening competitive gap that threatens the long-term viability of these enterprises.

The Economic Development Challenge Southern Dallas County has long been recognized as an underresourced region with significant untapped entrepreneurial potential. Small and mid-size businesses in this sector face persistent challenges in accessing capital, technology resources, and professional development opportunities. While these enterprises represent the backbone of local economic activity, they often lack the tools and knowledge needed to compete in an increasingly digital marketplace.

urgency of now

The AI revolution is accelerating at breakneck speed, and waiting for traditional institutions means waiting too long. Every month of delay widens this competitive chasm, particularly for entrepreneurs in Southern Dallas who face the greatest barriers to technology access.

BUiLT has partnered with nonprofit, Small Business Support Systems, because proven technology leaders must act with the urgency this moment demands—before the digital divide becomes an economic death sentence.
We're asking you to join us in ensuring no community gets left behind in the AI revolution that's reshaping our economy today.

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Program goal

This initiative addresses both the technology gap and economic inequities that have historically limited business growth in Southern Dallas. By providing accessible AI education and implementation support in this underserved sector, this initiative creates pathways for continued economic advancement while fostering innovation in communities that need it most.

The intensive 6-week bootcamp will equip entrepreneurs in this traditionally underresourced regions with practical AI tools and knowledge to scale their operations, increase revenue, and compete effectively in the digital economy.

Measurable goals include:

85% program completion rate for business enrolled in the initiative

Average Revenue Growth: $25,000 - $50,000 per business completing the program within 12 months

Participant satisfaction scores and program effectiveness ratings

$1.25 - $2.5 million in additional revenue generation across all 50 participating businesses within the 1st year

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Program Description

Free - With $100 Engagement Fee

for business owners, their senior staff or marketing professionals in businesses with between $500K and $2.0M in revenue

Tools

complete with practical AI tools and knowledge to scale their operations, increase revenue, and compete effectively in the digital economy

Bootcamp Approach

6-week program, consisting of 2-hour in-person training, and weekly excercises

Mentors

trainers lead the bootcamp sessions and mentors are assigned to graduating compaies to monitor progress for an added 12 weeks

Participants who complete the Program will receive a distinctive emblematic insignia to demonstrate their commitment to remaining competitive in today’s business climate.

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UNDERSTAND THE basics

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Program Application – Sep. 19 to Oct 7

Enrollment Selection – Sep. 22 – Oct. 10

Session 1 Training – Oct. 14, 9 – 11 am

Session 2 Training – Oct. 21, 9 – 11 am

Session 3 Training – Oct. 28, 9 – 11 am

Session 4 Training – Nov. 4, 9 – 11 am

Session 5 Training – Nov. 11, 9 – 11 am

Session 6 Training – Nov. 18, 9 – 11 am

January 31 – Reporting Begins

Vista Bank

TBD

Program Participants must:

  • Pay a $100 program fee to demonstrate commitment to the program
  • Attend the sessions with a notebook or laptop computer
  • Attend the Day 1 session
  • Attend at least five of the six weekly sessions
  • Complete at least four of eight training pathways
  • Report their current revenue upon enrollment and in 6, 12, and 18 months
  • Agree to the program guidelines

You are qualified as a Participant if

  • Any businesses within the Southern Sector of Dallas (Zip Codes – ) may apply
  • Businesses with revenue between $500M – $2M have priority selection
  • The business must have been in business for more than 18 months
  • The business must have an existing website
  • Either the business owner, senior executive, or marketing staff must commit to attend the program

There is no cost to apply. The Program is free however a $100 engagement fee is required for the applicant to demonstrate commitment. Licenses for the tools are included.

Yes! Mentors with skill using today’s AI tools are needed. We would love to hear from you. Apply through the links above.

Depending on the sponsorship level:

• Recognition in all program materials

• Speaking opportunity at program launch event in September

• First access to program expansion opportunities

• Social media spotlight features highlighting partnership

• Speaking opportunities at participant workshops

• VIP access to all program events and workshops

• Co-branded marketing opportunities across digital platforms

• Invitation to program graduation ceremony

• Networking opportunities with program participants (CEO and Founders)

• Social media spotlight features highlighting partnership

• Speaking opportunities at participant workshops

• Access to program success stories and case studies

• Logo placement on program website and digital materials