About us
Welcome to Moving Forward with AI & Tech: Small Business Community!
(Formerly the MarTech and Artificial Intelligence Group)
Where Marketing, AI, and Business Operations Connect for Real Growth.
Originally created for marketing technologists, this 2,000+ member community is entering an exciting new chapter led by Moving Forward Small Business (MFSB).
As technology evolves, we are expanding our focus to address the single biggest game-changer facing business owners and professionals today: how small and medium-sized businesses can leverage AI and emerging technology to automate, scale, and thrive.
Whether you’re a long-time member from the MarTech days or a small business owner looking to streamline operations, this space was built to give you practical, high-impact strategies.
What We're All About
We break down tech and marketing into clear, actionable frameworks across four core pillars:
- AI & Automation: From no-code tool builds to daily workflow automation.
- Marketing & Client Acquisition: Turning brand visibility and AI funnels into predictable revenue.
- Business Operations: Streamlining SOPs, team delegation, and systems.
- Executive Leadership & Strategy: Shifting from busy operator to strategic CEO.
Who This is Best For?
- Small Business Owners: Learn hands-on ways to implement AI, cut operational bottlenecks, and grow your bottom line.
- Marketing Professionals & Technologists: Connect directly with SMB owners who need expert execution, discover AI tools to scale agency services, and network with prospective clients.
- Growth Innovators: Network with forward-thinking peers across the Tri-State area and beyond.
What to Expect
- Monthly Virtual Workshops: Tactical, interactive sessions capped to ensure tight, high-value breakout networking.
- Quarterly NYC Live Events: In-person networking, expert panels, and strategic discussions at top NYC venues.
Proudly operated by Moving Forward Small Business (MFSB)—helping business owners move forward with confidence, tools, and clarity.
Hit "Join This Group" to become a member if you are new to this page, and check out our events to lock in your spot for our upcoming relaunch events!
Upcoming events
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Vibe Coding: Build No-Code AI Tools for Client Funnels & Operations
·OnlineOnlineStop letting manual administrative tasks and standard marketing templates crush your bandwidth.
From streamlining client intake to building custom internal tools, manual operations hold growing businesses back. In this workshop, you'll learn how to turn your everyday business logic into custom AI tools. It’s perfect for agency pros looking to build custom tech assets for clients, as well as business owners looking to scale their back office on autopilot.
Welcome to the world of Vibe Coding.
Discover how everyday, non-technical founders and marketers use plain, conversational English to build real, functional software systems without writing a single line of traditional programming code.
In this first flagship workshop, we cut through the noise to look at the practical mechanics of Vibe Coding. We will walk through real-world examples—like how non-technical creators built custom automated client intake apps, advanced marketing funnel managers, and internal compliance hubs in a matter of days.
We will share time for Q&A and networking breakout sessions to help you brainstorm exactly how Vibe Coding applies to your specific revenue and time-mastery goals.
We will demo the Base44 platform in our real examples.
You Will Learn:
- A Clear Roadmap to Build Without Coding: Understand the step-by-step mechanics of Vibe Coding, giving you the direct ability to turn abstract business workflows into functional, working applications using simple, everyday language.
- Absolute Process Ownership & IP: Discover why owning the logic of your digital infrastructure is vital for controlling security, avoiding restrictive third-party platform limitations, and protecting your data.
- Secure, Compliant Growth for Startups and SMBs: Learn how to navigate critical backend hurdles startups usually ignore—specifically, how to implement secure, robust governance over business-critical AI implementations right from day one.
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Beyond the Page - Grow Your Book Business
·OnlineOnlineDo you or have you recently published a book?
Then this exclusive workshop is for you.
You spent months—maybe years—writing your book, but transforming that book into a sustainable, scalable business is an entirely different challenge. Most authors find themselves trapped in a cycle of manual operations: wrangling clunky software templates, chasing readers across rented media channels, or facing massive quotes from software developers just to build a custom tool. It’s time to step out of the operational chaos and take total control of your digital infrastructure.
Moving Forward Small Business and BookCAMP have partnered to bring you an exclusive virtual masterclass on Vibe Coding. Vibe coding is a revolutionary approach that lets you translate your book’s unique framework or business workflow into your own proprietary software application in simple, conversational language. No technical background or coding experience required. Whether you want to build a custom reader portal, an automated operations engine, or an AI-driven tool to monetize your intellectual property, this session will show you exactly how to become a software-backed author.
FYI: For the demonstrations, we will be using the Base44 vibe-coding platform.
What You Will Learn
- The "Chaos Loop" Detour: How to spot and eliminate the manual, time-consuming bottlenecks holding your book business back from true growth.
- Demystifying Vibe Coding: The exact framework used to build custom software applications on Base44 by simply speaking or typing your ideas.
- The Asset Ownership Advantage: Why building and owning your proprietary digital tools creates massive long-term brand value compared to relying on third-party networks.
- Real-World Masterpieces: An inside look at how non-technical entrepreneurs built custom applications in just 5 days—saving up to 30 hours of manual work a week, automating client intake, and driving immediate revenue.
- The 5-Day Blueprint: A step-by-step roadmap to move a digital idea from an abstract vision into a live, scalable, revenue-generating reality.
- Post-Webinar Support: Opportunity to join our 5-day vibe-coding sprint cohort to get step-by-step help in building your first MVP platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any coding or technical experience to attend?
Absolutely not. This masterclass is designed specifically for non-technical authors, publishers, and book industry pros. We will introduce Vibe Coding, which uses plain English instructions to guide AI to build software for you. If you can write an email, you can vibe code.What specific tools or platforms will we be using?
We will focus our live demo on Base44, a visual development platform that seamlessly integrates with AI components and business tools like Stripe and email platforms without requiring programming knowledge.What kind of "software tools" can an author actually build?
Authors can build automated reader engagement portals, career dashboards, series logistics hubs, or new digital products to own and monetize directly. We will showcase real examples built in just 5 days by everyday business owners.Will the session be recorded?
Yes. While live attendance is encouraged for the Q&A and live demo, everyone who registers will receive an exclusive replay link sent to their registered email address within 24 hours of the masterclass.Are we able to get help after the webinar?
You will have the opportunity to join our 5-day Vibe Coding Sprint Cohort! This live virtual sprint helps authors build a working MVP from scratch. All training, examples, and documentation are strictly customized for the book industry.2 attendees
Moving Forward NYC: AI & Tech Small Business Relaunch Mixer
Venue TBA — Manhattan Campus (NYC), TBD, New York, NY, USConnect with local SMB owners, marketers, and founders to kick off Q3/Q4, share practical ideas, and build high-value connections.
Kick off Q3/Q4 with New Connections, Practical Strategy, and Community!
Welcome to the official in-person relaunch of the Moving Forward with AI & Tech: Small Business Community!Whether you’ve been a member of this group for years or you’re joining us for the first time, this is our flagship gathering to meet in person, build meaningful business relationships, and share ideas on how AI and modern technology are helping local businesses scale.
Hosted and sponsored by Moving Forward Small Business, this high-energy networking mixer brings together small business owners across all verticals, founders, operators, and marketing professionals in the NYC metro area.
What to Expect
- High-Impact Networking: Skip the awkward small talk. We’ll have structured icebreakers and industry-focused nametags so you can meet the right contacts fast.
- The New Community Roadmap: Get a quick 15-minute look at what’s coming for our community, including upcoming virtual workshops, expert trainings, and tools.
- Call for Member Speakers: Want to present at one of our future events? We are officially opening up stage spots for members to showcase their expertise, tech hacks, and business success stories.
- Q4 Momentum: Connect with potential clients, referral partners, and collaborators as everyone gets back to business post-summer.
Event Agenda:
- 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Arrival & Open Networking
Grab your badge, check in, and connect with fellow attendees. - 6:30 PM – 6:45 PM | State of the Community & Speaker Announcement
A quick welcome from our leadership team, our vision for the group, and how you can apply to present at upcoming events. - 6:45 PM – 7:15 PM | Fast-Track Connections
A quick, fun, structured 2-minute rotation game to make sure you meet at least 5 new business owners in the room. - 7:15 PM – 8:00 PM | Open Mingling & Wrap-Up
Deepen the conversations you started, take group photos, and exchange contacts.
Who Should Attend?
- Small Business Owners & Founders looking to optimize operations, sales, finance, and marketing using technology.
- Marketing Professionals & Consultants serving SMB clients.
- Entrepreneurs & Operators hungry for practical strategies and high-value local networking.
RSVP Note: Space is limited by venue capacity. Please RSVP early to secure your spot on the guest list!
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