AI Consulting for Small Businesses
Your Competitors Are Already Using AI to Grow. Are You?
Most small business owners know AI could help — but they don’t know where to start, which tools actually matter, or how to make any of it work without a tech degree. That’s where we come in. We help small businesses cut through the noise and implement AI strategies that save time, capture more leads, and drive real revenue.
50+ Combined Years· 500+ Businesses Served · Inc 5000 Recognized
%
of small businesses using or exploring AI
%
year-over-year surge in SMB AI adoption
average AI tools per small business
%
say AI is essential to stay competitive
Data: Reimagine Main Street/PayPal, Thryv, SBE Council — 2025
Sound Familiar?
You Know AI Could Help Your Business — But Where Do You Start?
Small business owners are busier than ever. You’re juggling operations, managing your team, chasing leads, and trying to grow — all while hearing that AI is supposed to change everything. But nobody’s showing you how it applies to your business.
You’re drowning in tools you don’t have time to learn.
Every week there’s a new AI tool, a new platform, a new “game-changer.” You’ve signed up for a few, maybe tried ChatGPT, but nothing’s stuck because nobody showed you how to make it work for what you actually do.
Leads are slipping through the cracks.
You’re paying for marketing but missing calls, forgetting follow-ups, and losing potential customers to competitors who respond faster. The leads are there — the system to capture them isn’t.
You’re spending hours on work that doesn’t grow the business.
Scheduling, invoicing, email, social media, data entry — the administrative work piles up and pulls you away from the parts of the business that actually make money.
You’ve tried AI tools and they didn’t deliver.
Maybe you set up a chatbot that annoyed your customers, or used an AI writer that produced generic content. The problem wasn’t the technology — it was the implementation. AI without strategy is just an expensive experiment.
Your marketing feels like guesswork.
You’re spending money on ads, SEO, or social media but you can’t tell what’s actually working, what’s wasted, or where to focus next.
A DIFFERENT APPROACH
What If You Had AI Experts Who Actually Understand Business?
Most AI consultants come from tech backgrounds. They understand algorithms and platforms, but they’ve never made payroll, managed a sales team, or figured out how to get more customers through the door on a Tuesday.
We’ve spent over 50 combined years doing exactly that — building businesses from scratch, scaling them to the Inc 5000 list, and serving over 500 clients in marketing and growth strategy. Now we use that experience to help small business owners implement AI tools that actually move the needle. Not every tool. Not the trendy ones. The right ones for your business, your budget, and your goals.
How We Work Together
AI Consulting Built for How Small Businesses Actually Operate
No jargon. No fluff. Practical AI strategies and hands-on implementation designed to help you save time, capture more leads, and grow faster.
AI Strategy Session
A focused half-day session where we identify your biggest AI opportunities and create a clear action plan.
$2,500
One-time · Half-day intensive
- ZAI Readiness Assessment for your business
- ZTop 3–5 AI opportunities identified
- ZROI estimates for each recommendation
- ZActionable next-steps document
- Z30-minute follow-up call included
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AI Implementation Roadmap
A comprehensive AI strategy with a 90-day implementation plan built around your specific operations.
$5,000–$10,000
Project-based · 2–4 weeks
- ZDeep discovery into your operations
- ZComplete AI strategy document and timeline
- ZTool recommendations with comparisons
- Z90-day implementation plan with milestones
- ZROI projections and success metrics
- ZHands-on setup of priority AI tools
- ZTeam training on new systems
Fractional AI Advisor
Ongoing strategic guidance and implementation support — like having an AI expert on your team without the full-time salary.
$3,000–$6,000
Per month · Ongoing retainer
- Z2–4 strategy calls per month
- ZNew AI tool evaluation and recommendations
- ZImplementation oversight and optimization
- ZTeam training and Q&A sessions
- ZPriority access for urgent questions
- ZMonthly performance reporting
Not sure which option fits? Book a free discovery call and we’ll figure it out together — no pressure.
MEET THE TEAM
Founded by Business Owners, Not Tech Bros
“We’re not technologists who read about business in a textbook. We’ve built them, scaled them, and sold them — and now we help small business owners use AI to do the same.”
Neil Gass
AI Strategy & Implementation
With an MBA from Georgia State and 30+ years building businesses, Neil leads all AI strategy, assessment, and implementation work. He uses AI tools daily to run his own businesses — and brings that hands-on experience to every client engagement.
Chad Howald
Sales & Client Relations
A small business owner himself for over 20 years, Chad is your first point of contact. He understands the challenges you face because he faces them too. Chad handles discovery calls, manages client relationships, and keeps every engagement running smoothly.
Together, they built Grow Smart Marketing to the Inc 5000 list, served 500+ clients, and now bring that same results-driven approach to AI consulting.
Inc 5000 #751 · MBA, Georgia State · 500+ Clients Served · 50+ Combined Years in Business
Simple Process
From “Where Do I Start?” to “Why Didn’t I Do This Sooner?”
Here’s exactly how we get AI working for your business — no tech background required.
1
Free Discovery Call
You’ll talk with Chad — a small business owner himself — about where your business is losing time and money, and whether AI consulting is the right move. Zero obligation.
2
AI Assessment
Neil analyzes your operations, marketing, and workflows to identify the highest-impact AI opportunities specific to your business.
3
Custom Roadmap
You get a clear, prioritized plan — specific tools, timelines, and projected ROI so you know exactly what to do and when.
4
Implementation & Support
We help you set up the right AI tools, train your team, and stay available for ongoing support as your needs evolve.
Trusted by Business Owners
What Business Owners Say About Working with Us
“Neil Gass has been a great resource for me when it comes to marketing problems. We have implemented strategies offered to us by Neil on a number of occasions with good results. I highly recommend Neil if you need a professional to help you get more customers.”
— Michael Davis
“Working with them has been one of the best decisions we’ve made. Extremely knowledgeable, professional and effective. They’ve gone above and beyond to accurately capture and promote our company culture, allowing us to connect with and help more customers.”
— Elliott Bernard
“Chad, Neil, and their team provided exceptional work. They set realistic expectations and the outcomes were much better and quicker than we thought. Revenues are increasing and I will be using them for future projects.”
— Fred Wied
Ready to Get Started?
Let’s Find Out If AI Consulting Is Right for Your Business
Book a free 20-minute discovery call with Chad. No pitch, no pressure — just an honest conversation about where AI can help your business grow and where it can’t.
✓ 100% free, no obligation · ✓ 20-minute call · ✓ Personalized feedback
Limited availability — we work with a small number of clients at a time to ensure every business gets our full attention.