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A Conversation with Maddy Martin of Smith.ai on AI-Powered Growth
AI POWERED GROWTH & HUMAN CONNECTION
- Who: Maddy Martin
- What: Fireside Chat
- Where: Online
- When: Tuesday, November 18th, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM EST
Second Annual SGxGEW GLOBAL INNOVATION MARATHON
Startup Grind Chapters worldwide are joining forces during Global Entrepreneurship Week 2025 and Miami AI Month to showcase how innovation is shaping every corner of our planet. Join us for this event, support your local chapter, network with innovators from around the world, and discover how other Startup Grind chapters are supporting innovative startups in their local communities during our global innovation marathon by going to our GLOBAL INNOVATION MARATHON AGENDA.
Event Description
We're proud to announce the second annual SGxGEW Global Innovation Marathon taking place during Global Entrepreneurship Week and Miami AI Month and we invite you to step into an engaging conversation with Maddy Martin, the dynamic SVP of Growth at Smith.ai, the leading 24/7 AI-powered customer engagement platform. With over 15 years of experience growing tech startups, Maddy has become a sought-after voice on the intersection of AI, marketing, and human connection.
In this session, Maddy will share how Smith.ai is redefining customer engagement through AI Receptionists and Virtual Receptionists, blending automation and empathy to help small and midsize businesses scale with confidence. You’ll hear real-world insights from her journey leading growth at a pioneering company, plus strategies for mastering digital marketing, B2B sales, lead conversion, and co-marketing in an AI-driven world.
Get ready to rethink how technology and human touch work together to create remarkable business experiences — and walk away inspired to grow smarter, faster, and more authentically.
Expected Outcomes for Attendees:
By the end of the event, you will:
- Understand how AI and human interaction can drive sustainable business growth ️
- Explore how to future-proof your marketing and sales with AI-powered tools
- Gain insights into building scalable growth systems for startups and SMBs
- Discover Maddy’s approach to authentic leadership and team growth
- Be inspired to innovate at the intersection of empathy and technology
- Connect with fellow founders, marketers, and growth professionals
- Learn actionable strategies for improving lead conversion and customer engagement
Welcome to Global Entrepreneurship Month! This November, join Startup Grind and the Global Entrepreneurship Network to celebrate innovation. Connect with SG chapters worldwide through workshops, discussions, and events designed to support local entrepreneurs and help take your business to the next level.
GEW Featured Events (Nov 17–23): 24-hour Innovation Marathon with global speakers including Guy Kawasaki, Rehan Jalil, David Karandish, Dr. Rose Yu, and Maddy Martin
About Maddy Martin
Maddy Martin is the SVP of Growth at Smith.ai, which provides 24/7 customer engagement powered by AI. Smith.ai is known for its pioneering AI Receptionist and Virtual Receptionist solutions, which give small and midsize businesses a launchpad for growth. Maddy has spent the last 15 years growing tech startups and is a sought-after speaker, with expertise in digital marketing, SEO, lead conversion, B2B sales, reseller programs, social media, comarketing, and event marketing. She lives in Western NY with her husband and two dogs.
About Global Entrepreneurship Week:
Global Entrepreneurship Week is a celebration of innovators who dream big and launch startups that bring ideas to life. GEW reaches millions of people of all ages and backgrounds through local, national and global events and activities. During one week each November, partners around the world hold events and competitions to celebrate and support local entrepreneurs.
About Miami AI Month
Miami AI Month exists to bridge the critical gap between AI innovation and public understanding, transforming concern into informed confidence through education, transparency, and community engagement.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from one of the world’s foremost thought leaders! Secure your spot today, and get ready to elevate your thinking, discover new ideas, and meet other remarkable minds. Tap into inspiration—register now!
