573/12/2026
As artificial intelligence reshapes the global economy, Houston business strategist Jean’ Austin is launching a free AI training series in partnership with San Jacinto College to ensure small businesses are prepared to compete in what he calls the new industrial revolution.
The three-part free sessions, hosted across San Jacinto College campuses, are designed to move entrepreneurs from education to implementation to measurable economic growth. The initiative supports Austin’s broader mission to impact 10,000 small businesses, with a focused commitment to women owned and veteran owned companies.
According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, small businesses account for 99.9 percent of all U.S. businesses and employ half of the private-sector workforce. However, only one in four small businesses reports integrating AI into their daily operations, despite evidence that AI adoption can improve marketing and productivity efficiency.
“Artificial intelligence is the new industrial revolution,” said Jean’ Austin. “Through our partnership with San Jacinto College, we are making sure small businesses have access to the education and tools needed to compete, grow, and build long term sustainability. AI should be an equity tool that strengthens human decision making, not replaces it.”
The initiative includes free public trainings that will remove common barriers for small business owners and entrepreneurs that prevent them from scaling. Participants are introduced to beginner-friendly AI tools, including Microsoft Azure Copilot and Google Gemini/Huggingface.co. Sessions focus on how AI improves marketing, communication, customer engagement, and operations while preserving authentic human interactions.
Upcoming training in partnership with San Jacinto College
March 24 - San Jacinto College – South Campus
13735 Beamer Rd., Houston, TX 77089
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
April 22 – North Campus
5800 Uvalde Rd., Houston, TX 77049
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
May 19 – Central Campus
8060 Spencer Hwy., Pasadena, TX 77505
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
All sessions are free, require advance registration via Eventbrite, and offer both in person and live stream participation option.
About Jean’ Austin
Jean’ Austin, pronounced “ZHAHN,” is the CEO and Managing Partner of Austin Business Strategies. With more than 18 years of experience, he helps small to midsize businesses build the clarity, capacity, and credibility needed to compete in procurement and supplier ecosystems. He is the creator of the BANKREADY®️ framework, which equips entrepreneurs with the financial structure and operational systems required to pursue capital, contracts, and sustainable growth. Entrepreneurs and small business owners are encouraged to register early as space is limited.
To learn more or register:
For media inquiries, or to schedule an interview with Jean’ Austin for both in-person and Zoom interviews, please contact Innovating Marketing Group at info@innovatingmarketinggroup.com or call 346-980-9062.