Small Business, Big Solutions: Harnessing the Power of AI to Transform Your Business


Valentina Bulava

Small Business, Big Solutions: Empowering New Hampshire's Entrepreneurs

In today’s fast-paced digital world, small businesses need innovative solutions to stay competitive. That’s why we’re proud to introduce Small Business, Big Solutions, a groundbreaking partnership bringing together the expertise of the New Hampshire Small Business Development Center (NH SBDC), Voice Z Digital, and the Center for Business Analytics at the University of New Hampshire. This collaborative initiative is designed to equip small businesses across New Hampshire with cutting-edge tools and strategies to thrive in an increasingly digital economy.

A Partnership Built for Success

Small Business, Big Solutions combines the unique strengths of three organizations to offer a holistic approach to supporting small businesses:

  • New Hampshire SBDC:
    A trusted resource for small businesses, SBDC provides personalized, no-cost business advising and access to 35 free eCourses on essential business topics. SBDC advisors offer confidential guidance to businesses of all sizes and industries, helping them grow and succeed.

  • Voice Z Digital:
    As a student-run digital marketing agency, Voice Z Digital delivers creative, personalized marketing solutions. Our team of digital natives brings fresh perspectives and hands-on expertise, working directly with SBDC clients to craft strategies that drive results.

  • Center for Business Analytics:
    The Center transforms challenges into opportunities through the power of AI and data analytics. From detailed discovery sessions to custom action plans, we provide actionable insights and recommendations that help businesses streamline operations and achieve their goals.

The Impact of Collaboration

This project has not only benefited small businesses but has also provided invaluable learning opportunities for our students. Here’s what some of them had to say about their experience:

  • “Working on this project deepened my understanding of AI's potential to improve business productivity and management. I not only researched the benefits of AI integration but also explored how these tools can allow small businesses to innovate, grow, and strive in a competitive market. I have learned a great deal over the past few months through this assignment, and I'm excited to further strengthen my skillset and see what lies ahead.”
    Madeleine Scacchi

  • “This project has greatly improved my problem-solving and critical thinking skills, especially in understanding how to integrate AI into real-world scenarios.”
    Jason Lee

  • “This project helped me improve my project management skills. I learned how to plan tasks, set deadlines, and work with others to achieve our goals. It also taught me how to stay organized and adapt when things didn’t go as planned.”
    Ryan Johnson

This unique partnership is a win-win, empowering small businesses with innovative tools while preparing students with hands-on, real-world experience in the rapidly evolving world of technology and analytics.

Are you a small business owner looking to take your operations to the next level? Or do you know someone who could benefit from our services? We’d love to hear from you! To register your interest: Small Business, Big Solutions! Interest Form | NH Small Business Development Center

Together, we can turn small challenges into big opportunities.