About The Future Shift AI
We exist to close the gap between where AI is and where most people are. Our mission is simple: make AI accessible, practical, and empowering for everyone — not just the tech elite.
"AI is not the future. It's the present. And everyone deserves a seat at the table."
— The Future Shift AI
Founder
Meet the Founder
Annmarie Smith
Also known as Simone
Founder · AI Business Consultant · Custom GPT Developer · AI Trainer
Annmarie "Simone" Smith is the founder of The Future Shift AI, an AI consulting and implementation company that helps service-based businesses solve practical operational challenges.
With more than 20 years of experience in healthcare administration, compliance, billing, coding, auditing, and business operations, Simone understands the pressure business owners face when managing customer communication, follow-up, administrative work, and daily responsibilities.
She founded The Future Shift AI to make artificial intelligence practical, understandable, and useful for everyday businesses. Her approach focuses on helping companies respond to customers faster, reduce repetitive office work, strengthen follow-up, improve customer experiences, and identify new growth opportunities.
The Future Shift AI currently serves plumbing, HVAC, electrical, cleaning, auto repair, roofing, beauty, small real estate, and other service-based businesses.
Simone also provides beginner-friendly AI training and workforce-readiness workshops for organizations, professionals, job seekers, and adult learners.
Her mission is simple: help people and businesses confidently prepare for the future of work by turning AI into practical systems that produce meaningful results.
The Mission
Founded with one goal: make AI accessible, practical, and empowering for everyone — not just the tech elite.
The Approach
Built a training methodology rooted in hands-on learning, real tools, and outcomes that participants can measure from day one.
The Reach
Expanded to serve small businesses, entrepreneurs, professionals, career changers, and organizations across the country — virtually and on-site.
The Future
Continuing to grow our programs, deepen our community, and help more people shift into an AI-powered future with confidence.
Founder Focus
What I Help Clients Achieve
- Build Custom GPTs & AI Assistants
- Automate Repetitive Business Tasks
- Create Professional Business Websites
- Improve Productivity with AI
- Develop AI Skills Through Training & Workshops
- Use AI with Confidence
Driving Purpose
My Mission
"To make AI simple, practical, and accessible by helping businesses and individuals confidently use AI to work smarter, grow faster, and prepare for the future."
Who We Serve
AI Is for Everyone
We work with a wide range of clients — from solo entrepreneurs and career changers to small business teams and community organizations. If you want to use AI with confidence, we're here for you.
Small Businesses
Business owners and teams ready to work smarter and grow faster with AI
Entrepreneurs
Founders and solopreneurs using AI to build and scale their ventures
Professionals
Career-focused individuals using AI to boost productivity and performance
Career Changers
People pivoting into new roles and industries with AI as their edge
Individuals
Beginners and curious learners taking their first confident steps with AI
Organizations
Nonprofits, community groups, and workplace teams building AI capacity
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Clarity Over Complexity
AI doesn't have to be confusing. We break it down into plain language so anyone — regardless of background — can understand and use it.
People First
Technology is a tool. People are the point. Everything we do is designed to empower individuals and communities — not replace them.
Practical Over Theoretical
We focus on what you can actually use. Every training, workshop, and consultation is built around real tools and real results.
Access for Everyone
AI shouldn't only be for big corporations. We're committed to making AI education accessible to small businesses, professionals, career changers, entrepreneurs, and individuals.
Excellence in Everything
We hold ourselves to a high standard — in the quality of our training, the depth of our consulting, and the care we bring to every client.
Community & Connection
We believe in building a community of forward-thinking people who support each other on the journey to becoming AI-confident.
The Difference
Why The Future Shift AI?
We customize every program to your specific goals and audience — no recycled content
We focus on tools you can use the same day — not theory you'll forget by next week
We speak plain English — no jargon, no gatekeeping, no intimidation
We serve everyone — from beginners to business leaders, career changers to entrepreneurs
We deliver virtually nationwide and on-site by request — we come to you
We stay with you after training — resources, follow-up, and ongoing support included
Ready to Make Your Future Shift?
Whether you're just getting started or ready to go all in on AI — we're here to help you take the next step. Let's talk.