OpenAI partners with America’s SBDC to expand AI training for small businesses

OpenAI announced a partnership with America’s SBDC to expand hands-on AI training and local support for small businesses. The collaboration aims to provide small business owners with practical AI skills and resources tailored to their operational needs.

As part of the initiative, OpenAI will also release a new report examining how small teams are currently using AI tools. The report is intended to inform the development of future training programs and highlight real-world applications of AI in small business contexts.

America’s SBDC, a network of Small Business Development Centers across the U.S., will serve as the primary conduit for delivering the training and support. The partnership reflects a broader effort by OpenAI to make AI more accessible to organizations outside traditional enterprise customers.