The Knowledge Hour | September

Pricing
REGISTER ONLINE by 10:00 AM 9/11: Members, No Fee; Nonmembers, $25
The NJSWC Knowledge Hour virtual sessions are held throughout the year.
Join us for this NJSWC virtual session!
DATE: Thursday, September 11 | TIME: 12:00 to 1:00 PM
The Knowledge Hour
Increasing Productivity with AI
Artificial Intelligence is no longer a future concept - it is here and already reshaping how we work. In this session, Natasha Persad, CEO of The HR Xperts, will share practical strategies for using AI to streamline workflows, reduce costs, and free up time for higher-value work. Attendees will leave with clear steps on how to adopt AI responsibly while maintaining compliance and efficiency.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Understand how AI can automate routine tasks and increase productivity
- Learn simple ways to integrate AI into daily business operations
- Gain insights on compliance and ethical considerations for AI use
- Discover strategies to help employees adopt AI tools with confidence
- Explore real-world examples of how small and mid-sized businesses are already benefiting from AI
These monthly interactive NJSWC Knowledge Hour virtual sessions provide insight from the presenters and by interactions with each other. Event Format: 5 minute intro, 30 minute presentation, and remaining time for Q&A.
Presenter
Natasha Persad
The HR Xperts
Natasha Persad is the CEO of The HR Xperts and a seasoned HR strategist with over 20 years of global Fortune 500 experience across the Americas, Europe, and AsiaPac. She specializes in HR outsourcing, AI workforce adoption, and M&A readiness, helping small and mid-sized businesses scale with Fortune 500-level expertise at a fraction of the cost. Recently featured on the podcast The Coach’s Corner, Natasha discussed the importance of engaging emotional intelligence (EQ) when adopting AI, an approach that ensures technology enhances productivity without losing the human element.
Session Coordinators
Cecelia Henderson
Digital Marketing Consultant
Marketing Edge Advantage LLC
Tanesha Halstead
CEO & Founder
Virtually Centered Solutions LLC
We encourage women business owners (members and nonmembers) to participate in these virtual sessions throughout the year.
We hope to see you there!
The NJ State Women's Chamber of Commerce focuses on building business relationships and supporting business ownership by women.
Women business owners and entrepreneurs are encouraged to attend, but all are welcome.