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Thursday, November 20th 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Chamber

Solopreneur Spotlight: Teresa Klokkenga

Topic - "AI as a Thought Partner"
Speaker - Roy Magnuson, Illinois State University

Join Roy Magnuson from Illinois State University as he discusses how solopreneurs can effectively use AI to maximize their business operations. Roy David Magnuson is a Professor of Music at Illinois State University, where he teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in music theory and composition and serves as Director of the Adaptive Edge Institute. In this role—and during his tenure as a Provost Fellow for the Division of Academic Affairs in the 2023–2024 academic year—Roy has focused on understanding and responding to emerging disruptive technologies such as AI, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Spatial Computing. His work emphasizes clarifying what these technologies are—and what they are not—while prioritizing technological literacy, ethics, student success, and creative scholarship.

Solopreneurs Co-Chaired by Brian Plath and Amanda Jones 

Mission: The Solopreneurs Resource Group is a varied and flexible forum which exists to provide a sounding board, offer professional feedback, share resources, and serve as support for small business owners who are seeking coaching, networking, and other information to build or enhance their business in a confidential setting. 

Membership: The Solopreneurs Resource Group is exclusive to solo business owners with or without a storefront. The Solopreneur may have employees/assistants who help administratively but are not directly promoting/working the business. This applies to solo sales professionals, agents, and franchise owners. 

Attendance: Members are encouraged to attend regularly so as to contribute to and engage with other Solopreneurs. Solopreneurs who may not be able to keep this commitment may be asked to reevaluate their participation in the group. 

Meetings: The Solopreneurs Resource Group will meet the 3rd Thursday of every month from 11:00am to 12:00pm at the Chamber office. 

Guests: Guests are welcome at Solopreneurs Resource Group meetings when accompanied by a Solopreneur member.