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Through local events and live demos, we show Tri-Cities business owners how to turn everyday operations into automated, revenue-generating systems.

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No pitch decks. No sales pressure. Just live demos, honest conversations, and a room full of local business owners figuring out what AI actually means for them.

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Apr27

AI for Local Business Workshop

Workshop

April 27th, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM — Sunset Gardens, Richland WA

A hands-on look at how local businesses are using AI to automate the work that used to eat their day.

AprTBD

Tri-Cities Networking Mixer

Networking

Date & time to be announced

Meet other Tri-Cities business owners who are exploring AI — share ideas, ask questions, and see what others are building.

AprTBD

Missed Calls = Missed Revenue

Webinar

Date & time to be announced

A lunch-hour deep dive into why missed calls are the biggest silent revenue leak — and what businesses here are doing about it.

AprTBD

Automation Demo Day

Demo

Date & time to be announced

Watch real automation systems get built live — and see how quickly a business can go from manual to modern.

What AI Can Do

The Tools Are Here
Right Now+

The same AI that powers billion-dollar companies is now accessible to every business on every corner in the Tri-Cities. Here's what it looks like in action.

Never Miss a Call Again

Right now, missed calls mean missed revenue. AI can follow up instantly — so every ring turns into a real opportunity.

Operations That Run Themselves

The busywork that eats your day — follow-ups, scheduling, reminders — can run on autopilot while you focus on what matters.

Instant First Impressions

When someone reaches out, speed wins. AI makes sure every inquiry gets an immediate, professional response.

Works With What You Have

No rip-and-replace. These systems plug into the tools you already use — your CRM, your calendar, your workflow.

Who We Are

Behind the Initiative+

We're AI entrepreneurs and developers who've spent years building automation systems for businesses everywhere. Now, we're bringing that experience home — to help the Tri-Cities community we live in tap into what's possible.

Ray Velez
LinkedIn

Ray Velez

AI Systems & Business Operations

With over a decade of experience in automation and AI, Ray is passionate about helping local businesses leverage technology to grow smarter and faster.

Founder of Pasco Web Designs
Parker Lydeen
LinkedIn

Parker Lydeen

Automation & AI Systems Engineer

A software engineer turned entrepreneur, Parker builds the AI systems that power our clients' growth — from missed call recovery to full workflow automation.

Founder of Button Scale
FAQ

Questions We Get Asked

New to AI? Skeptical? Curious? Good — that's exactly who this is for.

AI 4 TRI is a local initiative to bring AI awareness and education to Tri-Cities businesses. We host events, run live demos, and connect business owners with the people and tools that can help them modernize their operations.

No. AI 4 TRI exists to educate and inspire. Our events are free, open, and designed to show you what's possible — not pressure you into buying anything. If you want to go further, we can connect you with local experts who can help.

Not at all. Our events are built for business owners, not engineers. We keep things practical — real examples, real results, zero jargon.

Any local business that relies on phone calls, leads, appointments, or repeat customers. Contractors, clinics, restaurants, agencies, service providers — if you run a business in the Tri-Cities, this is for you.

This region transformed the world during the Manhattan Project. That same spirit of innovation still lives here. We believe the Tri-Cities shouldn't just watch the AI revolution — it should help lead it.

Come to an event, bring a friend, or just reach out. Whether you're curious or ready to move, the first step is showing up.

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Curious about AI for your business? Want to attend an event? Just want to talk? We're here.

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