Artificial intelligence is no longer a future conversation. It’s already changing how companies operate, compete, serve customers and make decisions.
For many business leaders, the question is no longer whether AI matters. The question is how to use it responsibly, practically and with confidence.
That is the focus of the Georgia Business Council’s 2026 Innovation Summit, AI in Action: Adoption with Confidence, taking place July 23, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. ET at the Clayton State University Innovation Center.
The summit is designed to move the AI conversation beyond hype and into practical business application. For executives, entrepreneurs and organizational leaders, AI can create new efficiencies, strengthen decision-making and support business growth, but it also raises important questions about compliance, workforce readiness, data protection, ethics and implementation.
Those questions are especially important for small and midsized businesses. Large corporations may have internal teams dedicated to technology strategy, legal review and enterprise systems. Smaller companies often have to make decisions with fewer resources, less technical support and greater risk if a solution is poorly selected or implemented. That is why conversations like this matter.
The Georgia Business Council’s summit will feature Bethanie Nonami, CEO of Marley Nonami Inc., as the featured speaker and presenter, with a program centered on AI, innovation, compliance and business growth. The event will also include a moderated conversation led by Adam Moore, Director of Global Sourcing for Assurant, with panelists Edilsa G. Legrier, Chief Governance and Compliance Officer for AI InnoVision; Cameron Ijames, Vice President of MTI Limo and Shuttle; and Daniel Perdomo, CEO of 5 Points Electrical.
Artificial intelligence is transforming industries from electrical and transportation to manufacturing, logistics and professional services. The Innovation Summit will provide practical insights on how businesses can strategically adopt AI, implement it responsibly and leverage it to drive growth and improve operations.
Through expert-led discussions, attendees will explore AI governance, implementation strategies and real-world business applications that will help them adapt to emerging technologies, make informed decisions and remain competitive in an evolving marketplace.
For Georgia’s business community, AI adoption is also an economic competitiveness issue. Companies that learn how to use AI well may be better positioned to improve productivity, respond to customers faster, strengthen internal systems and compete for larger opportunities. Those that delay, or adopt tools without a clear strategy, may find themselves falling behind.
At the same time, responsible adoption requires more than enthusiasm. Business leaders should be asking practical questions: What problem are we trying to solve? What data will the tool access? Who is accountable for the output? How will employees be trained? What compliance issues need to be considered? How will success be measured?
The strongest AI strategies will not be built around technology alone. They will be built around business priorities.
That’s where the “Adoption with Confidence” theme is especially relevant. Confidence doesn’t mean rushing into every new platform or trend. It means understanding the opportunity, evaluating the risks and implementing solutions in ways that support long-term growth.
The Georgia Business Council has positioned this summit as a timely opportunity for business owners and leaders to connect, collaborate and innovate. In a changing economy, that kind of shared learning is essential. No company needs to navigate the AI landscape alone, and no leader should be expected to adopt new technology without the right information and context.
As Georgia continues to focus on entrepreneurship, innovation and economic opportunity, AI will increasingly become part of the business growth conversation. The organizations that benefit most will be those that approach it strategically.
AI is not a replacement for leadership. It’s a tool that can strengthen leadership when used thoughtfully. The July 23 summit offers Georgia businesses a practical place to begin. Register today for the Innovation Summit by visiting https://bit.ly/4aGJWgW.
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