By ABC NEWS 4 STAFF
Publication Date: 2026-09-23 20:59:00
BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — Small business owners from across Berkeley County gathered Wednesday for a free workshop hosted by Google and Berkeley County Economic Development aimed at helping entrepreneurs use artificial intelligence to grow and streamline their businesses.
The event, part of Google’s Grow with Google initiative, focused on practical ways business owners can incorporate AI into daily operations, including saving time, increasing sales and supporting workforce growth.
According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, 85% of small businesses using AI reported increased sales over the past year, while 82% said they expanded their teams.
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“Small businesses fuel our economy and give our communities character,” said Lilyn Hester, Google’s global community development and engagement and AI advisor. Hester said the company is offering complimentary AI workshops to help local…
