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May Lunch & Learn

Title
Smart Stitches, Sharp Numbers: Real‑World AI for the Workroom

Session Description
A modern workroom must keep projects moving, margins healthy, and clients wowed. Artificial intelligence can help shoulder the load without replacing craftsmanship. In this session we will translate the buzz around AI into practical steps that fit the daily rhythm of drapery and shade production. Learn how automated note apps turn client meetings into searchable task lists, how data‑powered estimators finish quotes while you are still pinning samples, and how predictive analysis can catch margin leaks before they drain profit. We will also explore fast‑track content creation that keeps your brand visible. You will leave with a clear roadmap for introducing AI in a way that respects budget, staff capacity, and the artistry that defines a custom workroom.

Key Takeaways

  • Time‑Saving Capture
    AI administration tools that convert conversations into organized action items and timelines.

  • Automated Estimation
    AI‑driven models that leverage historical data to streamline the estimation process.

  • Profit Pulse
    Financial assistants that surface margin trends and highlight projects veering off budget.

  • Rapid Brand Content
    Prompt‑based generators for newsletters, social posts, and proposal text that preserve brand voice while cutting production time.

  • Instant Visual Sell‑Thru
    Image‑generation platforms that speed-up the ideation process.

Dustin Hayes is founder of  Hermosa Digital.  A passionate brand builder, speaker, and marketing futurist, Dustin has earned a reputation developing disruptive marketing strategies for Fortune 500 brands and technology startups. A creative at heart, Dustin began his career building content for top media and broadcast networks including MTV, CBS, and HBO. Today, he works alongside business leaders to provide new perspective and direction, helping brands realize and surpass their goals. Learn more about Dustin here.

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Earlier Event: April 30
WCAA April Lunch & Learn