Limited to 40 Seats - First-Come First-Served
The first 40 qualified District 5 businesses will get a spot in the program. If there are any seats left untaken those will be filled with other Miami-Dade County businesses on a first-come first-served basis.
March 4 to
May 1, 2025
Tuesdays and Thursdays
11:00am - 1:00pm
Harness the Power of AI for Your Business
Learn AI strategies, tactics, and tools that will transform your marketing and sales capability, saving you time and money and helping you grow your business faster.
- 75% of our fall cohort 2024 – reported saving hundreds, thousands, or tens of thousands of dollars learning how to use AI compared to 49% before the start of the class.”
- Using ChatGPT as your anchor, You’ll learn effective strategies to master generative AI production, while exploring some of the newest and most useful AI-powered tools available to the public today.
- Gain immediate hands-on experience – Our interactive classes, assignments, and breakout rooms will give you the confidence to quickly apply your learning. (Spanish language breakout rooms are available with demand)
- Grow Leads and Sales – Learn to use AI to generate leads, create better content, streamline your sales, and uncover growth opportunities.
- Build a best-in-class marketing strategy – You’ll future-proof your business with an AI-powered marketing strategy that puts you ahead of the competition.
Dan Grech – Course Creator,
Founder and CEO of BizHack
– Angela Tillman, She Balloons
– Maria Jose Urbano, Miami Dade College
– Michael Mercury, CVS Health
– Sarah Khatri, How To Manage a Small Law Firm
Course Content
Week 1 – AI + The Lead Building System LBS™
- Discover the power of the Lead Building System™ and how combining it with AI can shape powerful marketing content creation to bolster your strategies
Week 2 – AI for Marketing Copy Excellence
- Learn strategies to level up your marketing copy strategy, leveraging generative AI to better understand your brand’s voice and that of your competitors
Week 3 – AI for Creating Stunning Imagery
- Deep dive into power AI-powered tools from content creation sites, like Canva, while learning strategies from the Lead Building System to identify and deploy content to a targeted audience
Week 4 – AI for Vibrant Videos
- Be prepared to explore the newest AI-powered video creation tools, the next frontier of generative AI
Week 5 – AI for Marketing Strategy
- Leverage the power of AI to not only create a marketing calendar but also map your customer journey from the discovery phase all the way to loyal advocate for your business
Week 6 – Catch Up Week
Week 7 – Final Presentations
- Teach and learn from others as you showcase your learnings from an action-packed 5 weeks of live courses with a real-life business showcase that shows off how you used AI for a business-related project
Week 8 – Graduation Celebration
- Select presenters will be asked to participate in BizHack’s Small Business Showcase, which highlights the triumphs of business owners who have thoughtfully deployed AI to grow their business. This fun event will be open to family and colleagues and include a raffle, a certificate ceremony and a musical surprise
Sponsors
A word from District 5 Commissioner Eileen Higgins
“In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, harnessing the power of AI is crucial for businesses to remain competitive and adaptable. I am thrilled to partner with BizHack Academy in offering ‘AI for Marketing and Sales’ to our community. This course is testament to our commitment to fostering innovation and driving growth in our small business community, which translates to economic prosperity and development for all.”
Miami District 5 Commissioner – Eileen HigginsCase Studies from Course Participants
The Teaching Team
Angie Huffington - Lead Instructor
Angie Huffington is a visionary Growth Marketer with a 20-year career specializing in Artificial Intelligence and sales. Holding an MBA focused on strategic growth, her expertise is in leveraging AI to revolutionize marketing and sales. Recently, she founded the AI MKTG Academy, aimed at fostering financial independence through AI and digital marketing, with a particular focus on empowering the Latino community. Angie is passionate about the transformative power of education in breaking socioeconomic barriers and enabling personal and professional development. Committed to inclusivity, she educates people of diverse incomes and small businesses on using AI for intelligent automation and increased sales, aspiring to create a generation poised to succeed in the digital economy.
Ana Mantica - Marketing Coach
Ana Mantica Berger has nearly 20 years of experience in journalism, marketing, and communications. She began her career writing and editing for women’s health magazines in NYC, later managing content and launching social media for Vera Bradley in Fort Wayne, IN. In 2013, she returned to Miami, working for the University of Miami’s fundraising office and then serving as The Miami Foundation’s first editorial manager, followed by roles in communications for Miami Dade College Foundation. Ana now directs marketing and communications for Girl Scouts of Tropical Florida, combining her passion for storytelling and Miami pride. She also freelances, volunteers with Big Brothers Big Sisters, and mentors aspiring professionals. Ana holds degrees in journalism from Northwestern University and education from Indiana University and the University of Miami. Born and raised in Miami, she enjoys running, reading historical fiction, and practicing yoga.
Natalia Gonzalez - Marketing Coach
Natalia Gonzalez is the founder and CEO of Dharma Creativ, a marketing agency dedicated to empowering businesses with innovative and strategic solutions. With over 10 years of experience, she has worked with companies like JetBlue, Victoria’s Secret, and Safilo. Natalia holds degrees in Marketing, Public Relations, and an MBA, excelling in both boutique and corporate environments. She has significantly contributed to local Miami businesses and led email marketing at Mastercard. Passionate about community, Natalia founded Dharma Creativ to enhance clients’ futures with high-quality content and strategic services. As a BizHack marketing coach, she helps businesses navigate the digital landscape.
Carelia Alvarado - Marketing Coach
Born in La Paz, Bolivia, Carelia Alvarado began her studies in Advertising in Santiago de Chile, specializing in Administration and Media Control. Her career advanced in Miami, US, where she excelled in Media Coordination and Buying for Latin American markets. Transitioning to the publishing sector, she contributed to the commercial success of luxury and lifestyle magazines like Cosas Magazine across Latin America. The 2020 pandemic prompted Carelia to innovate, leading to the creation of “The Online Bridge,” a venture aimed at linking business owners and Hispanic companies with digital marketing through consultancy, courses, and training. Her mission focuses on crafting dynamic digital marketing strategies that are not just effective short-term but are also adaptable and forward-thinking.