On a bright Friday afternoon in late September, professionals from all over the Omaha Marketing Agency metro filled The Back Nine Golf & Entertainment venue for a sold-out Lunch & Learn event. Co-hosted by 316 Strategy Group and Back Nine, the event—branded "Swing Into Marketing: AI-Powered Growth"—drew in a wide-ranging mix of professionals curious about artificial intelligence is reshaping modern marketing.
This event wasn’t just a presentation—it was a conversation. Questions were asked, insights were shared, and strategies were exchanged.
The event focused on not just content creation with AI, but also how businesses must now adapt to Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.
AI Strategy Must Be Built on More Than Copy
One main takeaway echoed across the sessions: success with AI requires more than just automating your blog. Businesses must ensure their content is not only searchable but genuinely useful to users and AI alike.
Attendees also explored real-time lead capture, AI-driven analytics, and the role of pixels in turning web traffic into conversions. The shift in mindset was clear: AI isn’t just for speed—it’s a system for smarter, scalable growth.
Voices from the Front Lines of AI Adoption
Bailey Quarles summed it up: "The energy in the room was unmatched… It was a perfect mix of learning, collaboration, and real marketing growth."
Pet industry pro Nate Ostrand, the event delivered far more than theory. "Even for pet services, today’s knowledge was game-changing," he said. "Technology like this keeps us competitive."
More Than a Workshop: It Was a Community Event
The event blended learning with community, thanks to fresh lunch from Clean Eatz and engaging hospitality from The Back 9.
Networking extended into simulator bays, making connections easy and fun. The theme of "swinging into marketing" couldn’t have been more fitting.
Next Steps: Embracing the Present (Not the Future) of AI
Sara Sabaliauskas summed it up powerfully during her talk:
"Waiting on AI is not a strategy."
Businesses that act today are setting the standard—not catching up.
316 Strategy Group Packs the Room at Swing Into Marketing: AI-Powered Growth
by Aja Palumbo (2025-10-16)
On a bright Friday afternoon in late September, professionals from all over the Omaha Marketing Agency metro filled The Back Nine Golf & Entertainment venue for a sold-out Lunch & Learn event. Co-hosted by 316 Strategy Group and Back Nine, the event—branded "Swing Into Marketing: AI-Powered Growth"—drew in a wide-ranging mix of professionals curious about artificial intelligence is reshaping modern marketing.The Urgency of AI Marketing for Omaha Businesses
This event wasn’t just a presentation—it was a conversation. Questions were asked, insights were shared, and strategies were exchanged.
The event focused on not just content creation with AI, but also how businesses must now adapt to Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini.
AI Strategy Must Be Built on More Than Copy
One main takeaway echoed across the sessions: success with AI requires more than just automating your blog. Businesses must ensure their content is not only searchable but genuinely useful to users and AI alike.
Attendees also explored real-time lead capture, AI-driven analytics, and the role of pixels in turning web traffic into conversions. The shift in mindset was clear: AI isn’t just for speed—it’s a system for smarter, scalable growth.
Voices from the Front Lines of AI Adoption
Bailey Quarles summed it up: "The energy in the room was unmatched… It was a perfect mix of learning, collaboration, and real marketing growth."
Pet industry pro Nate Ostrand, the event delivered far more than theory. "Even for pet services, today’s knowledge was game-changing," he said. "Technology like this keeps us competitive."
More Than a Workshop: It Was a Community Event
The event blended learning with community, thanks to fresh lunch from Clean Eatz and engaging hospitality from The Back 9.
Networking extended into simulator bays, making connections easy and fun. The theme of "swinging into marketing" couldn’t have been more fitting.
Next Steps: Embracing the Present (Not the Future) of AI
Sara Sabaliauskas summed it up powerfully during her talk:
"Waiting on AI is not a strategy."
Businesses that act today are setting the standard—not catching up.
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