Berkshire State of Work Summit: AI for Marketing

Berkshire State of Work Summit

Signature Series

AI for Marketing

Discover how artificial intelligence is transforming the marketing landscape at AI for Marketing, the next session in BCC’s State of Work Summit Signature Series. This dynamic, three-part workshop brings together experts in digital strategy, algorithm-ready content, and AI-powered design to help marketers create smarter, faster, and more effective campaigns.

Whether you're a content creator, small business owner, communications professional, or emerging marketer, this session will give you the tools to integrate AI into your research, writing, optimization, and visual production workflows.

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. in the Koussevitzky Lobby. Space is limited so get your tickets!

Feb. 3, 2026, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
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Registration Fee: $75

Contact Us

workforce@berkshirecc.edu
413-236-2115

BCC is committed to providing universal access to our events. Contact workforce@berkshirecc.edu to request disability accommodations.

  • Summit Schedule

    Part 1: Market and Deep Research (30 minutes)

    Building Research Prompts That Deliver Actionable Intelligence
    Speaker: Chris Meador

    This foundational session teaches digital marketers how to use AI tools for comprehensive market research before creating any content. Participants will learn how to construct effective research prompts by providing clear context, defining specific objectives, and requesting structured outputs that can immediately inform strategy. We'll practice using deep research features across platforms like Claude, ChatGPT, and Perplexity to analyze competitors, uncover audience pain points, and identify trending topics within your niche. By the end of this session, you'll have a repeatable system for gathering intelligence that directly fuels your content strategy, setting up everything we build in Parts 2 and 3.

    Part 2: SEO/AEO/GEO Optimization (30 minutes)

    Formatting Content for Different Algorithms
    Speaker: Adam Graney

    Building on the research gathered in Part 1, this session focuses on structuring your content so it performs across traditional search engines, AI answer engines, and generative AI platforms. Participants will learn the critical differences between SEO (search engine optimization), AEO (answer engine optimization), and GEO (generative engine optimization), and why modern marketers need to think about all three. We'll cover practical formatting techniques including strategic header structures, FAQ schemas, concise authoritative statements, and citation-worthy data points that AI models prioritize when generating responses. You'll leave with a clear content blueprint, informed by your research, ready for asset creation in Part 3.

    Part 3: Creating Visual Assets with AI (30 minutes)

    AI Creative Suite: Elevating Visual Marketing With Intelligent Tools
    Speaker: Nikki O'Neil

    This hands-on session shows how AI is reshaping visual content creation, enabling marketers to produce professional-quality graphics and video without a full design team. Nikki will demonstrate how to create polished visuals instantly using modern AI design tools, then transform static images into short, compelling animations in minutes. Participants will learn how to generate multiple ad variations, different hooks, thumbnails, and aspect ratios, for rapid testing across platforms. We'll explore how conversational AI and emerging visual engines streamline the creative workflow, cutting production time dramatically while expanding your creative range. You'll leave with practical techniques for faster production, stronger storytelling, and more engaging visuals you can implement immediately.

    Attendee Takeaway booklet: Putting it all together for a cohesive marketing campaign

Speakers

  • Adam Graney

    At , Adam Graney transforms businesses by turning AI from overwhelming complexity into competitive advantage. With over 15 years of digital expertise and team management, plus three years specializing in AI integration since ChatGPT-3.5's launch, Adam is a graduate of the University of Central Florida with a bachelor's in Communication and a minor in Marketing, plus a six-month full stack coding bootcamp. Adam specializes in comprehensive AI platform suites including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini (Google) and Perplexity. His clients see dramatic results: two to three hours saved weekly on workflows and research time cut by up to 90% — turning weeks of work into hours. He doesn't just implement AI tools, he architects tailored solutions that make every business operation smarter, faster, and more time-efficient.

    Adam Graney, Gold Flamingo AI Solutions
  • Chris Meador

    Chris Meador operates at the intersection of strategy, human development, and emerging tools, including AI for research and project acceleration, helping leaders adapt, build trust, and deliver in uncertain times. He translates complexity into clear paths forward, coaching high-performers, and guiding organizations to rethink how they hire, grow, and lead with intention. From brand leadership to startup founder to executive coach, Chris has lived the transformation he guides others through. That personal shift wasn't just professional; it reshaped how he leads, parents, and shows up in the world.

    Chris Meador
  • Nikki O'Neil

    With over two decades in media and design, Nikki has shaped how cutting-edge technologies are communicated. Translating complex innovation in medical, AI, and manufacturing industries into clear, compelling visual narratives. Nikki operates at the intersection of design, technology, and communication, often leading confidential or emerging projects where clarity and creative precision define success. A summa cum laude graduate of RPI, Nikki is driven by the challenge of bringing structure and beauty to the unknown, helping people see and understand the future before it becomes mainstream.

    Nikki Oneil