Find out more about upcoming events offered by the Small Business Centre that are intended to benefit small businesses.
Power Your Business With AI
Small Business Week Workshop - October 22, 2025
Join local business owners and industry experts to learn how to implement AI into your operations in simple, practical ways.
Join us on Wednesday, October 22 from 7:30 AM to noon at the Lacombe Memorial Centre, 5214 50 Ave.
The event will include our keynote speaker, Mike Szyszka, hands-on workshops, and an expert panel discussion so you can have the resources you need to use AI to help power your business. Breakfast will also be included.
The event is brought to you by Burman University School of Business. They are committed to equipping future and current business owners with the tools and knowledge to be dynamic and versatile leaders.
Meet our keynote speaker, Mike Szyszka!
Mike is the founder and CEO of Reaction and currently serves as the president of the Red Deer Chamber of Commerce.
In Mike's keynote presentation, you'll have an overview of what implementing AI would actually look like in your small business. He will share practical examples and ideas to help you get started with AI.
Meet our moderator, Joe Whitbread!
Joe has spent 30 years as a public speaker and live event host. He's a keynote speaker and school presenter while also representing a variety of organizations as a professional emcee, host, voiceover artist and PA announcer.
The owner of Joe Social Media in Alberta, Joe presents to kids, teachers, educators and parents about personal branding using social media and making a clean digital transition to life's next chapter.
Joe can be seen and heard in many places throughout the year, including minor and professional sports events, awards galas, talent competitions, corporate fundraisers, community events and much more.