Teri R. Moten, MBA, CAIO, AI Consultant and Trainer, helps franchise-ready business owners and growing franchisors use AI to systemize operations, sharpen strategy, and fuel sustainable growth. In this conversation, you learn practical ways to leverage AI to draft and organize SOPs faster, strengthen operational consistency, conduct competitive and market analysis, and refine marketing messages that attract the right franchisees. Teri also shares how leaders use AI to stay ahead of franchise trends by gathering and analyzing industry data before opportunities become obvious. This was a live recording on January 9, 2026 at approximately 1 PM Eastern USA. Ready to talk about franchising your business or help with your franchise efforts? Book a complimentary consultation with one of our consultants: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/consultation-routing/#callSubscribe to our other podcast: Multiply Your Success: https://www.multiplyyoursuccesspodcast.com/Subscribe to our other podcast: Franchise Your Business: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Ff8rTBR1Oykv4dIOOBdhnLearn more about our guest:Teri R. Moten, MBA | Your Business Problem Solver – AI Training & Consulting for Small Businesses | LinktreeTeri R. Moten, MBA, CAIO, is an AI Consultant and Trainer who helps business owners and organizations make AI practical, accessible, and impactful. With more than 25 years of experience in sales, marketing, and business strategy, Teri specializes in showing leaders how to use AI as a strategic tool to systemize operations, improve decision-making, and fuel sustainable growth. In the franchise space, Teri works with both franchise-ready business owners and growing franchisors to apply AI in meaningful ways—from building and documenting SOPs to conducting competitive and market analysis, and strengthening marketing messages that attract the right franchisees. She also helps leaders use AI to stay ahead of franchise trends by analyzing industry data and identifying opportunities before they become obvious. Teri is a Certified AI Officer (CAIO) and is passionate about helping businesses scale responsibly by pairing smart systems wi This episode is powered by Big Sky Franchise Team. Big Sky Franchise Team is consistently recognized as one of the best franchise consulting firms in the United States, helping business owners franchise their businesses through a proven 3-Step franchise process rooted in ethical principles, hands-on guidance, and customized deliverables. If you are ready to talk about franchising your business you can schedule your free, no-obligation, franchise consultation online at: https://bigskyfranchiseteam.com/. The information provided in this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or professional advice. Always consult with a qualified professional before making any business decisions. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host, Big Sky Franchise Team, or our affiliates. Additionally, this podcast may feature sponsors or advertisers, but any mention of products or services does not constitute an endorsement. Please do your own research before making any purchasing or business decisions. References to external data sources, studies, statistics, or other third-party content are not claimed as our own unless explicitly stated. We do our best to provide proper credit and citation where due. If we unintentionally fail to cite or credit a source, please let us know, and we’ll gladly...
