Episode Details

Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how small and mid-sized businesses can harness the power of Applied AI to drive measurable results, reduce costs, and make smarter decisions.

Joining us is Monish Gandhi, CEO and Founder of Gradient Ascent (GA) AI, a Toronto-based firm that has delivered over 80 successful AI projects across multiple industries. Monish shares practical strategies for building fast, ROI-driven AI prototypes, managing risks, and understanding how true AI agents are reshaping business operations.

Key Highlights:

1. 90-Day AI ROI: How SMEs can scope, build, and deploy AI prototypes in under three months for measurable impact.
    
2. GenAI Agents in Action: The difference between chatbots and AI copilots in driving real business results.
    
3. Risk & ROI Framework: How to assess whether to scale, refine, or stop AI pilots based on clear metrics.
    
4. AI-Ready Data: How to prepare your data and why fractional AI leadership accelerates success.
    
5. Future of Applied AI: Monish shares his passion for problem-solving and vision for AI’s role across industries.

Special Thanks to Our Partners:

• UPS: https://solutions.ups.com/ca-beunstoppable.html?WT.mc_id=BUSMEWA
• Google: https://www.google.ca/
• A1 Global College: https://a1globalcollege.ca/
• ADP Canada: https://www.adp.ca/en.aspx

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.