A man and a woman look down at a table. The Business Entrepreneurship Leadership Center at Bryant University. A group of people hold up certificates inside the Business Entrepreneurship Leadership Center. A speaker raises one hand pointing upwards while addressing a group of people. The 2026 AI Summit in Teaching and Learning at Bryant University held in the Quinlan/Brown Academic Innovation Center Forum
A man and a woman look down at a table. The Business Entrepreneurship Leadership Center at Bryant University. A group of people hold up certificates inside the Business Entrepreneurship Leadership Center. A speaker raises one hand pointing upwards while addressing a group of people. The 2026 AI Summit in Teaching and Learning at Bryant University held in the Quinlan/Brown Academic Innovation Center Forum

Applied AI Academy for Rhode Island Businesses

Bryant University's Applied AI Academy helps Rhode Island businesses harness artificial intelligence to improve operations, increase productivity, and drive growth.

Offered through the John H. Chafee Center for International Business in partnership with Bryant University's Executive Education & Career Accelerator, this grant-funded initiative provides eligible businesses with access to AI training and consulting at no cost.

Whether you're exploring AI for the first time or looking to expand its use, the Academy offers two pathways to help your business put AI into practice.

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Explore Your AI Opportunities

Explore two opportunities designed to help Rhode Island businesses build AI capabilities, strengthen operations, and put new technologies into practice.

Small Business AI Consulting

Work directly with Bryant faculty and AI experts to develop an actionable AI strategy.

Program at a Glance

  • 20 businesses annually
  • 3 employees per company
  • 3 half-day sessions
  • Individual advising and an AI implementation roadmap

Upcoming Cohorts

Spring 2027, Summer 2027, Fall 2027, and Spring 2028.

AI Training for Employees

Develop practical AI skills through hands-on courses designed for workplace applications.

Program at a Glance

  • 100 employees selected during the grant period
  • 3 courses at no cost
  • Stackable AI credential
  • Flexible learning opportunities throughout the year

Real-World Impact, Real Results

Through practical training and expert guidance, Bryant helps businesses and professionals gain the confidence to apply new skills and technologies in the workplace.

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A group of workers from Acclaro poses for a photo with Bryant University Professor Stefanie Boyer.
Members from Acclaro clap during a session at Bryant University.

Members of Acclaro Medical's sales team and other company leaders was recently at Bryant University during a Foundation of Sales and AI training led by Professor of Marketing Stefanie Boyer, Ph.D.

Building Skills. Inspiring Confidence.

Bryant's hands-on approach to professional education helps employees develop practical skills, embrace new technologies, and build confidence they can carry into the workplace.

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They left with more confidence than I have seen with any other training program, not only in our products but within themselves.

John Nippler

Executive Vice President – Americas, Acclaro Medical

Contact Us

John H. Chafee Center for International Business
Bryant University
1150 Douglas Pike
Smithfield, RI 02917

BELC, North Wing
(401) 232-6407
ChafeeAI@Bryant.edu

Take the Next Step

Ready to put AI to work for your business? Explore the Applied AI Academy's consulting and training opportunities to find the right fit for your organization.

AI Consulting for Businesses

Explore how Bryant's AI experts can help your business identify opportunities, develop implementation strategies, and put AI into practice.

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AI Training for Employees

Build your team's AI capabilities through practical, hands-on courses designed to support workplace innovation and productivity.

 

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