About Me:

Kara Friedlander is the SAASy Empress of the AI-Powered Main Street Revolution, equipping real businesses with smart tools to outmaneuver big business, connect with their community, and keep customers coming back.

With over 16 years in community development and mentorship—and the last 5 years dedicated to helping small businesses thrive in the digital age—Kara is leading a new wave of AI-powered entrepreneurship that’s as practical as it is personal.

She’s the co-founder of AIARTA, the AI & Robotics Trainers Association—a grassroots movement empowering Main Street business owners, consultants, and creatives to take back their competitive edge through hands-on AI education, accessible training, and a community-first approach.

Amployi AI is her small business growth engine, built to simplify marketing, boost customer engagement, and automate the daily grind for local businesses. Its sister platform, Happy Sprouts, is tailored specifically for youth-centered businesses—like enrichment programs, tutoring centers, and family-focused services—helping them stay connected to their communities while scaling sustainably.

For fellow agency owners navigating the AI landscape, Kara created The Agency Hub—a thriving community where her agency owners, consultants, and digital pros come to integrate AI into their services, grow smarter, and lead with heart.

Whether she’s teaching hands-on workshops, speaking to Main Street leaders, or mentoring agency founders, Kara’s mission