Human-Centered AI Solutions Tailored to Your SMB
Human-Centered AI Solutions Tailored to Your SMB
From strategy to implementation that accelerate your ROI.
From strategy to implementation that accelerate your ROI.
Teams We've Helped
Teams We've Helped
Teams We've Helped
Why GrowthUP now?
Why GrowthUP now?
Why GrowthUP now?
AI overwhelm is real.
At GrowthUP Partners, we help individuals, startups, and small businesses confidently navigate AI adoption without the overwhelm. We start by mapping your current workflows to identify smart, human-centered opportunities for strategic and responsible AI integration.
We believe AI should accelerate human success—not replace it. With the right training and early wins, AI becomes a practical driver of sustainable, empowered growth.
15+
Years experience.
3x
Efficiency boost after AI integration.
100%
Client satisfaction.
120+
Clients served.
15+
Years experience.
3x
Efficiency boost after AI integration.
100%
Client satisfaction.
120+
Clients served.
15+
Years experience.
3x
Efficiency boost after AI integration.
100%
Client satisfaction.
120+
Clients served.
Free Assessment
Free Assessment
Free Assessment
Discover Your Business’s AI Maturity Score in Just 2 Minutes
Take our free AI Business Maturity Assessment and instantly see where your team stands: Beginner, Explorer, or Accelerator.
In less than 2 minutes, this quiz will reveal:
Your personalized AI Maturity Score
Which level your business falls into (Beginner, Explorer, or Accelerator)
Immediate recommendations to grow confidently with AI
Our Service Offerings
Our Service Offerings
Our Service Offerings
Turning AI Strategy Into Measurable ROI — Fast
AI Training & Upskilling
Lack the bandwith or know-how to offer internal AI training? GrowthUP trains teams to use it safely, confidently, and goal-aligned.
AI Training & Upskilling
Lack the bandwith or know-how to offer internal AI training? GrowthUP trains teams to use it safely, confidently, and goal-aligned.
AI Training & Upskilling
Lack the bandwith or know-how to offer internal AI training? GrowthUP trains teams to use it safely, confidently, and goal-aligned.
AI Strategy & Consulting
Leadership wants you "use AI for effeciency gains," but not sure where to start? The AI strategists at GrowthUP can offer immediate guidance today.
AI Strategy & Consulting
Leadership wants you "use AI for effeciency gains," but not sure where to start? The AI strategists at GrowthUP can offer immediate guidance today.
AI Strategy & Consulting
Leadership wants you "use AI for effeciency gains," but not sure where to start? The AI strategists at GrowthUP can offer immediate guidance today.
AI Integration & Optimization
Relying on manual processes or lacking automation know-how? GrowthUP can be an extension of your team to integrate AI workflows that scale without new hires.
AI Integration & Optimization
Relying on manual processes or lacking automation know-how? GrowthUP can be an extension of your team to integrate AI workflows that scale without new hires.
AI Integration & Optimization
Relying on manual processes or lacking automation know-how? GrowthUP can be an extension of your team to integrate AI workflows that scale without new hires.
Free Training
Free Training
Free Training
AI for SMB Growth Webinar
October 8th, 2025 from 12 to 1pm EST
Join us for a free, one-hour virtual session for solopreneurs, small business owners, and team leaders who want to move beyond AI hype and confidently integrate it into daily operations with measurable ROI.
You’ll leave with a clear picture of how to:
Start small and avoid wasted effort
Build internal trust with safety, governance, and measurement
Position your business to scale AI confidently for real growth
Our Unique Features
Our Unique Features
Our Unique Features
Tailored Guidance
Customized AI plans that align with your business goals, tech stack, and budget—no one-size-fits-all.
Tailored Guidance
Customized AI plans that align with your business goals, tech stack, and budget—no one-size-fits-all.
Tailored Guidance
Customized AI plans that align with your business goals, tech stack, and budget—no one-size-fits-all.
Human-Centered AI
Every solution is designed to amplify—never replace—human creativity and judgment.
Human-Centered AI
Every solution is designed to amplify—never replace—human creativity and judgment.
Human-Centered AI
Every solution is designed to amplify—never replace—human creativity and judgment.
Flexible Options
We offer scalable support options designed for individuals and teams without enterprise-level budgets.
Flexible Options
We offer scalable support options designed for individuals and teams without enterprise-level budgets.
Flexible Options
We offer scalable support options designed for individuals and teams without enterprise-level budgets.
Responsible AI
Our methods safeguard your data and reputation with privacy protocols, bias checks, and compliance policies.
Responsible AI
Our methods safeguard your data and reputation with privacy protocols, bias checks, and compliance policies.
Responsible AI
Our methods safeguard your data and reputation with privacy protocols, bias checks, and compliance policies.
Quick-Win Mindset
We prioritize fast, strategic solutions that deliver measurable value from day one.
Quick-Win Mindset
We prioritize fast, strategic solutions that deliver measurable value from day one.
Quick-Win Mindset
We prioritize fast, strategic solutions that deliver measurable value from day one.
In-person or Virtual
Raleigh-Durham–based experts available on-site or globally via Google Meet for hands-on collaboration.
In-person or Virtual
Raleigh-Durham–based experts available on-site or globally via Google Meet for hands-on collaboration.
In-person or Virtual
Raleigh-Durham–based experts available on-site or globally via Google Meet for hands-on collaboration.
Results
Results
Results
Measurable impact. Practical AI wins for real businesses.
68%
of small business leaders cite reduced overwhelm after receiving strategic guidance on AI use cases, workflows, and tools tailored to their goals.
93%
reduction in content creation time—cutting a client’s workflow from 10 hours to 40 minutes and saving $24K annually with responsible AI integration.
Discover Your Fastest Path to AI-Driven Growth
Talk one-on-one with an AI strategist who starts with your goals, budget, and risk tolerance. In a free 30-minute discovery call you’ll leave with a ready-to-use action step you can implement today—plus clarity on how we might partner for lasting results.
Discover Your Fastest Path to AI-Driven Growth
Talk one-on-one with an AI strategist who starts with your goals, budget, and risk tolerance. In a free 30-minute discovery call you’ll leave with a ready-to-use action step you can implement today—plus clarity on how we might partner for lasting results.
Discover Your Fastest Path to AI-Driven Growth
Talk one-on-one with an AI strategist who starts with your goals, budget, and risk tolerance. In a free 30-minute discovery call you’ll leave with a ready-to-use action step you can implement today—plus clarity on how we might partner for lasting results.
Testimonials
Testimonials
Testimonials
Abigail Merrill, Founder of GrowthUP Partners, is the most knowledgeable AI expert I know.
Rachel Anderson
Executive Leadership Coach, SXSW Speaker
Abigail Merrill, Founder of GrowthUP Partners, is the most knowledgeable AI expert I know.
Rachel Anderson
Executive Leadership Coach, SXSW Speaker
Abigail Merrill, Founder of GrowthUP Partners, is the most knowledgeable AI expert I know.
Rachel Anderson
Executive Leadership Coach, SXSW Speaker
The training GrowthUP provided was great and I feel very comfortable using the new tools while increasing my efficiency. Plus, the customized workflow GrowthUP helped me pilot cut my weekly prospecting process in half.
Tom Hickman
Regional Sales Director
The training GrowthUP provided was great and I feel very comfortable using the new tools while increasing my efficiency. Plus, the customized workflow GrowthUP helped me pilot cut my weekly prospecting process in half.
Tom Hickman
Regional Sales Director
The training GrowthUP provided was great and I feel very comfortable using the new tools while increasing my efficiency. Plus, the customized workflow GrowthUP helped me pilot cut my weekly prospecting process in half.
Tom Hickman
Regional Sales Director
Abigail Merrill [founder of GrowthUp Partners] was motivated, enthusiastic, and endlessly resourceful. Her out-of-the-box thinking and deep grasp of current AI insights have been instrumental in providing sales for our projects!
Courtney F.
Co-Owner, Real Estate Development Firm
Abigail Merrill [founder of GrowthUp Partners] was motivated, enthusiastic, and endlessly resourceful. Her out-of-the-box thinking and deep grasp of current AI insights have been instrumental in providing sales for our projects!
Courtney F.
Co-Owner, Real Estate Development Firm
Abigail Merrill [founder of GrowthUp Partners] was motivated, enthusiastic, and endlessly resourceful. Her out-of-the-box thinking and deep grasp of current AI insights have been instrumental in providing sales for our projects!
Courtney F.
Co-Owner, Real Estate Development Firm
Next Step: Your AI Discovery Call
Here’s what happens next:
Step 1: Discovery Call
Book your call and we'll explore your business needs to identify how AI can deliver the greatest value.
Step 2: Custom Success Plan
From our session, we’ll design a personalized strategy tailored to your unique business goals.
Step 3: Transform Your Business
Reap the benefits of custom AI solutions, see measurable results, and accelerate growth.
Your competitors aren’t waiting, so why would you?
Next Step: Your AI Discovery Call
Here’s what happens next:
Step 1: Discovery Call
Book your call and we'll explore your business needs to identify how AI can deliver the greatest value.
Step 2: Custom Success Plan
From our session, we’ll design a personalized strategy tailored to your unique business goals.
Step 3: Transform Your Business
Reap the benefits of custom AI solutions, see measurable results, and accelerate growth.
Your competitors aren’t waiting, so why would you?
Next Step: Your AI Discovery Call
Here’s what happens next:
Step 1: Discovery Call
Book your call and we'll explore your business needs to identify how AI can deliver the greatest value.
Step 2: Custom Success Plan
From our session, we’ll design a personalized strategy tailored to your unique business goals.
Step 3: Transform Your Business
Reap the benefits of custom AI solutions, see measurable results, and accelerate growth.
Your competitors aren’t waiting, so why would you?
FAQs
What kinds of businesses benefit most from GrowthUP Partners?
We work with individual profressionals and small teams who don’t have in‑house AI roles but want fast, actionable insights and pilots aligned to real business goals.
How long is a typical strategy or training engagement?
We offer everything from quick one‑hour advisory calls to 14‑day strategy sprints—and ongoing support on a monthly or quarterly retainer.
Will I learn anything helpful if I only join the free discovery call?
Yes! Every free 30‑minute call includes one practical, human‑centered AI takeaway—whether or not we end up working together.
What is human-centered AI or responsible AI?
Responsible, human-centered AI means designing and integrating AI in a way that protects your data, aligns with your values, and amplifies—rather than replaces—human creativity and judgment. It matters because using AI without clear guardrails can risk your reputation, team trust, and customer experience. At GrowthUP Partners, we help businesses create safe, strategic, people-first AI solutions that support your goals while keeping your team and brand protected.
Where are you located? Can you work with remote clients?
We’re based in the Research Triangle of North Carolina, available for local on‑site sessions—or we collaborate virtually with clients nationwide.
FAQs
What kinds of businesses benefit most from GrowthUP Partners?
We work with individual profressionals and small teams who don’t have in‑house AI roles but want fast, actionable insights and pilots aligned to real business goals.
How long is a typical strategy or training engagement?
We offer everything from quick one‑hour advisory calls to 14‑day strategy sprints—and ongoing support on a monthly or quarterly retainer.
Will I learn anything helpful if I only join the free discovery call?
Yes! Every free 30‑minute call includes one practical, human‑centered AI takeaway—whether or not we end up working together.
What is human-centered AI or responsible AI?
Responsible, human-centered AI means designing and integrating AI in a way that protects your data, aligns with your values, and amplifies—rather than replaces—human creativity and judgment. It matters because using AI without clear guardrails can risk your reputation, team trust, and customer experience. At GrowthUP Partners, we help businesses create safe, strategic, people-first AI solutions that support your goals while keeping your team and brand protected.
Where are you located? Can you work with remote clients?
We’re based in the Research Triangle of North Carolina, available for local on‑site sessions—or we collaborate virtually with clients nationwide.
FAQs
What kinds of businesses benefit most from GrowthUP Partners?
We work with individual profressionals and small teams who don’t have in‑house AI roles but want fast, actionable insights and pilots aligned to real business goals.
How long is a typical strategy or training engagement?
We offer everything from quick one‑hour advisory calls to 14‑day strategy sprints—and ongoing support on a monthly or quarterly retainer.
Will I learn anything helpful if I only join the free discovery call?
Yes! Every free 30‑minute call includes one practical, human‑centered AI takeaway—whether or not we end up working together.
What is human-centered AI or responsible AI?
Responsible, human-centered AI means designing and integrating AI in a way that protects your data, aligns with your values, and amplifies—rather than replaces—human creativity and judgment. It matters because using AI without clear guardrails can risk your reputation, team trust, and customer experience. At GrowthUP Partners, we help businesses create safe, strategic, people-first AI solutions that support your goals while keeping your team and brand protected.
Where are you located? Can you work with remote clients?
We’re based in the Research Triangle of North Carolina, available for local on‑site sessions—or we collaborate virtually with clients nationwide.