Jim Dobinski
North Fort Myers, Florida, United States
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What Analytics Can Do For Your Business
What Analytics Can Do For Your Business
One of my favorite quotes comes from our second President of the United States. Thomas Jefferson once said…
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5 Major Reasons You Need SEO
5 Major Reasons You Need SEO
Search engine optimization (SEO) is to your website, what the blood is in your body, or the gasoline is in your…
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If Your Website Was an Employee, Would You Fire It?
If Your Website Was an Employee, Would You Fire It?
It is a fair question. You invest time into it, you make sure it’s in working order and then you expect results; as you…
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INTERNET MARKETING SNAGS: BUY, BEG, BUG
INTERNET MARKETING SNAGS: BUY, BEG, BUG
Internet marketing campaigns involving social media, pay-per-click, advertising, eblasts, and so on and so forth…
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Jim Dobinski shared thisOur website analytics are revealing a major shift online: bots now make up a huge percentage of web traffic. While many AI bots are simply gathering information, others are actively scanning websites for vulnerabilities, outdated plugins, weak security, and performance gaps that can expose sensitive business data. If your website hasn’t been updated in years, it may have already been attacked without you even realizing it. There isn't time to wait. We just published a new blog: “9 Signs Your Old Website Is Becoming a Security and Performance Risk” — breaking down the warning signs businesses should never ignore and what you can do to stay protected. 🔗 Read the blog here: https://lnkd.in/e6TRaW3E #CyberSecurity #WebDesign #AI #WebsiteSecurity #BusinessTechnology #DigitalTransformation #StellarBlueAIJim Dobinski shared thisWant a free website security audit? Keep reading 👀 Your website may look fine on the outside, but old plugins, outdated databases, bot traffic, broken links, and server strain can create real security and performance problems behind the scenes. If your team is afraid to update the site, struggles to make simple edits, or isn’t sure when the last security review happened, it’s time to take a closer look. We put together a blog covering 9 signs your old website is becoming a security and performance risk. Here’s how to request your free security audit: 1. Go to the blog. 2. Click the Free Security Audit button. 3. Or email strategy@stellarblue.ai and ask for a website security audit. We’ll help you identify what’s outdated, what’s vulnerable, and what needs attention first.
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Jim Dobinski reposted thisJim Dobinski reposted thisPlease join us in welcoming Garo Andonian to StellarBlue.ai as part of our business development team! Garo will be working with businesses in the Fort Myers area and building connections through the Fort Myers Chamber. He’ll be a point of contact for organizations looking to connect with our team and learn more about how we can support their goals. Welcome to the team, Garo! #WelcomeToTheTeam
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Jim Dobinski shared thisI second Jacquelyn's comments...last night was a fun night of reconnecting, meeting new people, and networking that has us all feeling great about the momentum of where the tech sector in SWFL is headed. Join us if you can...https://swfltech.org/Jim Dobinski shared thisGreat night at the April Naples Tech Meetup 👏 I’ve been attending these meetups since Sebastien Leduc first started them, and it’s been incredible to watch how they’ve grown — not just in size, but in impact. What started as a space to connect has evolved into something much bigger for our regional tech ecosystem. What stood out most last night was the continued collaboration across organizations. Seeing Naples Tech actively working alongside other tech leaders in the area, including SWFL Tech, is exactly the direction we need to keep moving in. The panel brought some great perspectives as well — from John Fitzgerald (project44 ) sharing insights around logistics and supply chain visibility, to Megan S. speaking on her experience in acquisitions and supply chain. It added a real-world layer to the conversation around growth, scaling, and innovation. Laura H. Schmidt, MBA , President of SWFL Tech, shared when we break down silos, we don’t just connect organizations… we strengthen entire communities. And that directly impacts our workforce — creating more opportunity, more access, and more alignment between talent and industry. This is how ecosystems grow. Not in isolation, but together. Grateful to be part of a community that’s leaning into collaboration and building something bigger than any one organization. #SWFLTech #NaplesTech #TechCommunity #Collaboration #WorkforceDevelopment #Ecosystem #BetterTogether
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Jim Dobinski reposted thisJim Dobinski reposted thisYour website may be getting attention from real prospects long before anyone fills out a form. In this first blog of our Audience IQ series, we break down three foundational steps businesses can take to start improving lead visibility: - define a more focused target audience - drive traffic through paid campaigns - track what those visitors do on your site It’s a useful place to start, and it also shows why deeper tracking and stronger systems matter once you want clearer sales insight. Read the blog to see where most of the hidden opportunity lives.
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Jim Dobinski reposted thisJim Dobinski reposted thisThe Teaching with AI Framework is Gaining Momentum Last week, I had the privilege of facilitating the workshop "Teaching with AI: Integrating Pedagogical Design and Instrumental Augmentation in Human-Centered Learning" at the AI2 Summit (https://lnkd.in/eWaDxsVz) in Orlando, FL. The session brought together educators and practitioners to explore what it truly means to integrate AI into the classroom, not only as a tool, but as a genuine redesign of the learning experience. That workshop grew directly out of research developed by the WCE AI Fellows, whose work has just been accepted for publication at ICALT 2026 - the IEEE International Conference on Advanced Learning Technologies (https://lnkd.in/eK_MzCMw). In that paper, we introduce and formalize 7 Principles for the Pedagogical Integration of AI in the Classroom, a framework designed to guide educators in embedding AI in ways that are intentional, human-centered, and grounded in learning science. The AI2 Summit workshop was an opportunity to bring those principles to life with a live audience, extending the theoretical framing into practice, dialogue, and reflection. One conviction sits at the heart of both: AI in education is fundamentally a pedagogy problem, not a technology problem. When we get that right, AI becomes a genuine amplifier of human learning for students and educators alike. Grateful to the AI2 Summit organizers, to my colleagues WCE AI Fellows, to the Dendritic: A Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Institute at FGCU, and to the Florida Gulf Coast University U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering for enabling it all to happen. More details on the ICALT paper and the Dendritic Institute's ongoing work in AI literacy coming soon. Stay tuned. #TeachingWithAI #AIinEducation #ICALT2026 #AI2Summit #HumanCenteredAI #PedagogicalDesign #DendriticInstitute #FGCU #EdTech
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Jim Dobinski shared thisInterested in what a cutting edge website looks and functions like? Check out Mels Mystics to see what the edge of website technology looks like.Jim Dobinski shared thisMel’s Mystics needed more than a website or a few videos. She needed a digital presence that could capture its personality, speak to a niche audience, and build trust quickly. Stellar Blue brought that vision to life through AI avatar video, mystical motion design, and a polished supporting website that helped transform curiosity into engagement. The result was a cohesive brand experience designed to stand out, feel memorable, and support long-term growth. Take a look at Mels site, or see her story on her Instagram (https://lnkd.in/ehSpqMRZ)
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Jim Dobinski shared thisMost businesses already have the tools. The real challenge is getting them to work together. This post from StellarBlue.ai breaks down 5 practical ways to integrate your website, marketing, AI, and sales systems so leads do not slip through the cracks. Worth a read for any business focused on better workflows and stronger follow-up.Jim Dobinski shared thisMost businesses have a website, email platform, social media presence, ad campaigns, and some kind of sales system. What many do not have is integration between them. When those systems operate in isolation, leads fall through the cracks, follow-up gets delayed, and reporting becomes harder to trust. The problem usually is not a lack of effort. It’s a lack of connection between the tools already in place. That’s why we’ve been thinking more about how businesses can build smarter workflows across their website, marketing, AI tools, and sales process. We just published a blog with 5 practical ways to integrate your tools and create a more connected lead system. Read it here: https://lnkd.in/g8W6nPmS
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Jim Dobinski shared thisThe new SWFL Tech blog was just published. It features the Tech Pulse Form and all the forward thinking tech energy that occurred. Check it out.Jim Dobinski shared thisOur latest blog takes a closer look at the SWFL Tech Pulse Forum and the conversations shaping what comes next for Southwest Florida’s technology economy. In this reel, you’ll see moments from the evening, including panel discussions, audience interaction, and the connections that made the event so meaningful. Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/gejuiJWN
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Jim Dobinski shared thisWe have a webinar on Thursday March 19th at 12 noon EST. We're going to focus on how to gain new leads just by monitoring your websites analytics. With the help of AI - the data we're able to retrieve just from a site visitor is a game changer. FIND OUT MORE by attending out webinar.Jim Dobinski shared thisRegister for our Free Virtual Webinar - Turn Anonymous Website Traffic Into Sales Opportunities 📆 Thursday, March 19th 🕛 12 PM EST Lead generation starts with knowing who is showing real buying intent, even when they never fill out a form. Learn how Stellar Audience IQ adds business-level context to a segment of your website traffic so you can identify sales-ready visitors and act on that insight.
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Jim Dobinski liked thisJim Dobinski liked thisWant a free website security audit? Keep reading 👀 Your website may look fine on the outside, but old plugins, outdated databases, bot traffic, broken links, and server strain can create real security and performance problems behind the scenes. If your team is afraid to update the site, struggles to make simple edits, or isn’t sure when the last security review happened, it’s time to take a closer look. We put together a blog covering 9 signs your old website is becoming a security and performance risk. Here’s how to request your free security audit: 1. Go to the blog. 2. Click the Free Security Audit button. 3. Or email strategy@stellarblue.ai and ask for a website security audit. We’ll help you identify what’s outdated, what’s vulnerable, and what needs attention first.
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Jim Dobinski liked thisJim Dobinski liked thisA few of us were able to attend the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce CEO Breakfast yesterday. It was not only inspirational but a good reminder to ground yourself as a leader in purpose, passion and others. We heard from Imran Amjad Andrabi, MD, Kevin Beauchamp, Catherine Tierney, and Joey Reader. They were engaging and sometimes funny to listen to. I will never forget the advice to stay alive (take care of yourself too) simply because you can't lead if you are dead. 😜 Thank you for taking the time to share. We shared a table with the Inveritax, LLC team (Holly Kowalski Alex Kowalski) and the St. Francis Xavier Catholic School System.( Terrence Tyrrell, Daniel P. Ferris, J.D., C.P.C.U., and Lisa Pfaff )
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Jim Dobinski liked thisJim Dobinski liked thisThe 2026 FGCU AI Summer Academy is officially underway! Yesterday marked our first day, and what a start it was. We kicked things off in the morning with "WS-1: AI Literacy", led by Dr. Leandro de Castro, an introduction to what artificial intelligence really is and what it means for our work and lives, followed by "WS-2: AI Leadership and Strategy", led by Dr. Maka Tsulukidze, in the afternoon, where participants explored how leaders can navigate and shape AI adoption in their organizations. Today the energy continues with three sessions: "WS-3: Designing with AI, Not Around It - effective pedagogical strategies for AI integration in higher education", led by Dr. Ahmed Elshall "TR-1: Introduction to Programming with AI" and "TR-2: Machine Learning with AI", both led by Dr. Vinod K. Ahuja. And this is just Tuesday. The rest of the week is packed with workshops and webinars spanning AI Foundations & Literacy, Technical & Skill Development, AI Strategy, Ethics & Leadership, and more. Registration remains open for all upcoming sessions. There is still plenty of time to join us for a week (or more!) of learning, connection, and practical AI skill-building. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dgSrRg7h None of this happens without the right people behind it. A heartfelt thank you to: . Florida Gulf Coast University U.A. Whitaker College of Engineering for its vision and unwavering support . Our incredible team at the Dendritic Institute for their tireless work in bringing this program to life . Our sponsors: symplistic.ai | Breakout Learning | Studiosity . Our community partners: Florida SBDC at FGCU | SWFL Tech | Tech Alliance of SWFL This is what it looks like when a community comes together around a shared commitment to education and responsible AI. #FGCUAISummerAcademy #ArtificialIntelligence #ProfessionalDevelopment #FGCU #DendriticInstitute #AIEducation
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Jim Dobinski liked thisJim Dobinski liked thisThis past April 21st, the entrepreneurs, innovators & leaders of the Naples area got together once again - for one of the best Naples Tech Meetups to date. 👌 Friends new & old connected, incredible entrepreneurial journeys shared, and the momentum continues within our great community. 🚀 Next week on May 12th, we're celebrating youth entrepreneurship with a special kid's pitch night. Thanks JD Ribali for your passion in helping build the next generation of entrepreneurs in our region! Register early as we're most probably going to sell out before the date! https://luma.com/2t316syu
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Jim Dobinski liked thisJim Dobinski liked thisOur President & Founder, Joey Reader, had the pleasure of presenting at Fox Valley Technical College’s 9th Annual Administrative Professionals Conference this week. Joey’s session, “Beyond the Checklist: Planning and Leading Successful Events with Confidence,” explored how event planning today goes far beyond managing a to-do list. Attendees learned practical strategies used by professional event planners to manage multiple moving pieces, communicate effectively, and deliver seamless experiences. Drawing from nearly 20 years of experience at A-mazing Events, Joey shared tools and approaches including planning software, structured event documents, AI resources like ChatGPT, and the importance of carrying an event’s brand and message consistently through every touchpoint. Thank you to Fox Valley Technical College for the opportunity to be part of such a great event and to all the administrative professionals who joined the session!
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Jim Dobinski liked thisJim Dobinski liked this“What used to take weeks in research, can now take hours with AI” Accelerate your research workflow with Artificial Intelligence - from literature review to publication! Join us for FGCU’s AI Summer Academy: AI for Research & Academic Writing and gain practical, time-saving skills in: • LaTeX Research Paper In 3 Hours • AI Literature Review Tools • AI In Systematic Reviews Whether you're a student, researcher, or academic professional, this experience is designed to help you work smarter, move faster, and increase research productivity. AI is transforming the research process - from initial idea to final publication. 👉Don’t fall behind – Take the next step! 👉Register now: https://lnkd.in/enxphzMF #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AIinResearch #AcademicWriting #ResearchProductivity #HigherEducation #EdTech #MachineLearning #DataScience #FutureOfWork #StudentSuccess #Upskilling #FGCU #FGCUDendriticInstitute #SouthwestFlorida
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Jim Dobinski liked thisJim Dobinski liked thisWhat an amazing evening with Dr. Ellen Stofan, Under Secretary for Science & Research at the Smithsonian Institution. Her leadership of Smithsonian Research & Science—and her inspiring presentation—truly captivated all of us. We are honored to have her at Florida Gulf Coast University and excited about the possibilities ahead. Special thanks to Donna F. Zarcone for connecting and Dr. Rose Higgins to coordinate it. More opportunities are on the horizon for internships, research collaborations, and meaningful connections that will benefit our students and expand their horizons. Wings Up and Go Eagles! 🦅
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Jim Dobinski liked thisJim Dobinski liked thisI’m excited to be the closing speaker at the Fox Cities AI Business Summit, alongside a group of speakers who are actually doing the work, not just talking about it. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gdcn5xh7 We’ve got a strong lineup: 🔷 Rebecca Ryan, APF, FRSA opening with signal vs. noise in AI 🔷 Real-world implementation from companies like U.S. Venture, Inc. and Miron Construction Co., Inc. 🔷 Practical frameworks for small businesses, legal guardrails, and adoption that actually works 🔷 A look at what agentic AI really means in practice This isn’t theory. It’s what’s working. What’s not. And what’s coming next. If you’re trying to cut through the noise and figure out what actually matters for your business, this is a day worth investing in. AI isn’t waiting. And increasingly, the advantage is going to those who learn and act the fastest. Hope to see you there. Laura Wiegert, Becky Bartoszek, Mike B., Craig Kubiak, Tiffany Woelfel, Melissa Wege, Josh Rapavi, John Michael Muraski, PMP, DBA, Amanda Van Den Elzen, Caleb Waack, Heidi Strand, Andy Wojtowski, Emmett Gordon, Adam Clifford
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