# OpenAI teams with U.S. SBDC to train small businesses on AI

> OpenAI announced a partnership with the U.S. Small Business Development Center network to offer hands‑on AI training and local support, plus a new usage report.

Oossa · 2026-09-30 · https://oossa.com/en/openai-teams-with-u-s-sbdc-to-train-small-businesses-on-ai

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OpenAI said it is working with America’s Small Business Development Center (SBDC) network to bring practical AI training to small firms. The effort adds local workshops and a report that shows how teams of under 10 people are already using AI tools. OpenAI will provide the curriculum and technical help, while SBDC centers run the sessions in their communities.

## The facts

- Partnership announced on 2026-09-30
- Report focuses on businesses with fewer than 10 employees

## Why it matters

Small companies could access affordable AI guidance that they otherwise might not afford.

## Sources & references

1. [Helping small businesses put AI to work](https://openai.com/index/helping-small-businesses-put-ai-to-work) – OpenAI, 2026-09-30

Last updated: 2026-09-30