Upcoming Events
Rochester TRENDS: AI in Action for the Modern Business
Join us for Greater Rochester Chamber's Rochester TRENDS event: AI in Action for the Modern Business! This exciting session features two visionary leaders who are redefining how organizations work, innovate, and grow with AI. Whether you’re just starting to explore AI or already implementing automation, this event will equip you with actionable insights to make a real-world impact. Discover practical use cases, proven strategies, and bold ideas for the future—from workflows and operations to creativity and culture.
This event will feature an engaging presentation from Joshua Coon, Chief of Brand Experience at Truth Collective and Jeff Knauss, CEO & Co-Founder at Arcovo AI.
Coon will present on how artificial intelligence is a fundamental transformation of how we work, create, and grow businesses. He will showcase Truth Collective's journey adopting AI, and how it is reshaping their business, opportunities, and more.
Knauss will share practical strategies to drive real business outcomes, including a crash course of prompt engineering frameworks, and a roadmap for building AI readiness.
Key Takeaways Include:
The four key aspects of AI integration that any business can apply:
Technology
Team
Work & Business Transformation
New Opportunities
How to utilize AI agents alongside your human team
What successful AI adoption looks like across functional areas
How AI amplifies human expertise, passion, and creativity
Who Should Attend?
This event is ideal for innovative organizations and teams across industries—business leaders, HR professionals, marketers, operations teams, IT specialists, and anyone eager to harness the transformative power of AI. Attendees will gain actionable insights, real-world examples, and strategic frameworks to confidently embrace AI and drive growth. Don’t miss this chance to stay ahead in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape!
Program Schedule:
--8 to 8:30 AM - Registration, Networking & Light Breakfast
--8:30 to 10 AM - Welcome Remarks, AI Presentation followed by Q&A Session
--10 AM - Closing Remarks
RSVP Deadline: Thursday, May 1st. Please note that refunds will not be issued after this date.
Thank you to our event sponsors: Truth Collective & Arcovo AI
About Rochester TRENDS event series:
Our member organizations need to be on the cutting edge to succeed in today’s fast-paced and competitive environment. Awareness and understanding of the latest business/community trends and current information, strategies, and happenings is exactly what the Rochester TRENDS series aims to provide. At this series, hear from renowned speakers on issues important to businesses and the community, and obtain timely information about trending and current topics from those in the know.
48th Annual Crystal Ball & Sales and Marketing Excellence Awards
Founder and CEO of Arcovo AI, Jeff Knauss, will be receiving the 2025 Crystal Ball Award at the 48th Annual Crystal Ball & Sales and Marketing (CNYSME) Excellence Awards.
Central New York Sales & Marketing Executives annually bestows the prestigious Crystal Ball Award to a local businessperson or group of business people for contributions to the sales and marketing profession and for their endeavors in the areas of community development and support.
Jeff Knauss, a serial entrepreneur and angel investor who lives in Skaneateles NY, is the youngest Crystal Ball Award recipient since its inception in 1977.
At this annual event, local CNY companies honor their best and brightest. Enjoy networking with the area’s premier businesspeople, a silent auction, drinks, a sit-down dinner and more!
6:00 pm Cocktail & Networking Hour (Cash Bar)
7:00 pm Dinner & Award Ceremony Begins
Dress is business casual.
Transform Your Business with AI ft. Jeff Knauss
🚀 Unlock the Power of AI for Your Business & Life
AI isn’t just a futuristic concept—it’s here, and it’s transforming the way we work, live, and do business. Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or professional looking to automate tasks, optimize efficiency, and leverage AI as your competitive edge, this workshop is for you.
Join Jeff Knauss, CEO & Co-Founder of Arcovo AI, for an engaging, no-fluff session on how to integrate AI into your business and daily workflow. Learn how AI-powered tools and AI Agents can save time, drive productivity, and help you scale smarter.
✅ What You’ll Learn:
What is AI & Why is it a Game-Changer?
The fundamentals of AI, from Machine Learning (ML) to Generative AI
The companies & projects leading the AI revolution
Responsible AI & Best Practices
Ethics, transparency, and making AI work for you, not against you
Mastering AI Tools & Prompt Engineering
Get hands-on with ChatGPT, Claude, and other top AI platforms
Learn the do’s & don’ts of prompt writing to get the best AI outputs
The Future of Work: AI + Humans
Why AI won’t replace you, but the people who know how to use AI will
How to build a human-AI partnership that enhances creativity & productivity
Understanding AI Agents & the Digital Workforce
How AI can act as an extension of your team, handling repetitive tasks
The rise of AI-powered agents and how to integrate them into your workflow
AI-Powered Business Automation
How AI is revolutionizing Sales, Marketing, and Customer Support
Real-world use cases to automate repetitive work and increase efficiency & revenue
🎯 Who Should Attend?
✔️Business owners & executives looking to future-proof their companies
✔️Entrepreneurs ready to scale faster & smarter
✔️Professionals eager to integrate AI into their daily workflow
🗓️ Event Details:
🕘 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM → Networking with Glazed & Confused Donuts | Coffee & Snacks from Cafe Kubal
🕘 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM → The AI Advantage: Keynote Presentation by Jeff Knauss
🕘 10:15 AM - 10:30 AM → Live Q&A with Jeff
🚨 Limited Seating – Reserve Your Spot Now!
With just 100 seats available, this exclusive event ensures direct access to industry insights and practical AI strategies you can apply immediately.
📍Location: Museum of Science & Technology (MOST)
🎟️ All proceeds from this event will be donated to The MOST.
Take the first step into the AI-powered future.
Sign up today and walk away with the knowledge, tools, and strategies to transform your business and life with AI.
Questions? Contact Caitlin at caitlin@arcovo.ai
Book Us To Speak
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Jeff Knauss, Founder & CEO
Jeff is a serial entrepreneur, AI enthusiast, & angel investor. He is currently a partner and investor in 13 businesses ranging from various startups focused on medical research, professional networking, mobile payment apps, commercial real estate, 3 restaurants, diversity recruitment, and e-commerce. In 2021, his digital marketing agency that he co-founded with Jake Tanner was successfully acquired. Jeff has received an Honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters from SUNY Oswego.
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Jake Tanner, Founder & COO
Jake has started multiple companies and grown them to seven and eight-figure revenue ranges by focusing on smart operations, practical innovation, and strong teams. Now, with Arcovo AI, Jake combines his experience in scaling businesses with the power of AI Automation to help clients move faster, cut costs, spark new growth, and empower people to focus on what matters most to them. I’m driven by the excitement of seeing how the right technology can transform a business and unlock its full potential.