GMS- The Future Is Local: How Schaumburg Businesses Are Using AI Today

What does AI actually look like inside growing businesses?

AI is no longer future technology. It is already reshaping how businesses operate, market, communicate, and scale. This panel brings together Schaumburg business leaders from digital marketing, robotics, call centers, and financial management to share how artificial intelligence is being used to streamline operations, increase productivity, improve customer experiences, and unlock new opportunities. Hear real-world examples of how local companies are leveraging AI to compete smarter, serve customers more effectively, and position themselves for the future.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with innovative leaders and growing companies at the event!

Panalists:

Patrick Panayotov - President & CEO of Proceed Innovative (Modorator)

James Chapman - Chief Innovation Officer at Clearwater Capital Partners

James F. Chapman - Clearwater Capital Partners

Ryan Krajecki – President – RobotLab

Martin Panayotov– CEO – DialMind

Patrick Panayotov
President of Proceed Innovative LLC
Patrick Panayotov is the President & CEO of Proceed Innovative, a Schaumburg-based digital marketing agency focused on using AI to drive real business growth and measurable online results. Proceed Innovative specializes in GEO, SEO, PPC, web design, and AI-driven digital strategies that help businesses increase visibility, improve prospect engagement, and generate qualified leads. Patrick is a University of Illinois graduate, the 2022 Schaumburg Business Association Leader of the Year, and served as SBA Board Chair in 2024.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pvpanayotov/

James F. Chapman, AWMA® CPFA®
Partner & Chief Innovation Officer — Clearwater Capital Partners
James Chapman is a Forbes-recognized wealth advisor and fintech innovator who has spent over a decade helping entrepreneurs, business owners, and high-net-worth families build lasting financial legacies. As Partner and Chief Innovation Officer at Clearwater Capital Partners, he leads both client strategy and the firm's technology vision — launching its mobile platform, cybersecurity suite, and digital client experience. Named a Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisor four consecutive years and recipient of the 2024 Family Wealth Alliance Young Professional Award, James represents the next generation of financial leadership where strategy meets innovation.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-chapman-ccp/

Ryan Krajecki
President — RobotLAB
Ryan Krajecki leads RobotLAB, America's largest robotics and AI integrator and the nation's only robot franchise, with 30+ locations nationwide. With nearly 30 years of experience in industrial technology and sales engineering, Ryan has a proven track record of helping businesses adopt automation that drives real results — from restaurant delivery robots to AI-powered hotel operations and Department of Defense education programs. He is at the forefront of making robotics accessible and practical for businesses of every size.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-krajecki-aa231522/

Martin Panayotov
Co-Founder & CEO — DialMind
Martin Panayotov is a serial entrepreneur and AI innovator who has built and scaled digital platforms for over two decades. As Co-Founder of DialMind, he is transforming how businesses handle customer communication — deploying AI voice agents that answer calls, qualify leads, and schedule appointments around the clock. Before DialMind, Martin founded World Media Group and grew MoveAdvisor into one of the world's largest relocation marketplaces. He also serves as a board member at Startup Factory, mentoring the next wave of entrepreneurs.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dialmind