AI FOR HUMANS
Integrate AI in Your Organization Without Losing Your Human Touch
Don't let tech jargon slow you down. We mentor executives, CEOs, and business owners to understand and implement artificial intelligence tools for increased productivity, smarter insights, and accelerated business growth.
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Our Approach to Artificial Intelligence
Empowering People with Solutions that Seamlessly Blend Humans and Technology.
Human & Artificial Intelligence (Synergy)
Humans in the Lead, AI as the Partner
We integrate the invaluable experience, insights, and expertise of your team with the latest AI tools and technologies to create a synergistic solution. Our goal is to empower your people and optimize your business. Instead of replacing your team, we configure AI to handle repetitive admin work, freeing your staff to focus on strategy, empathy, and client relations.
For Startups to Enterprise (Paced Growth)
Meet You Where You Are
Whether you're just starting to explore tools like ChatGPT or you're ready for enterprise-wide digital transformation, we match your pace. We use a structured approach to meet you where you are at in your AI transformation, helping companies build knowledge and confidence to achieve immediate incremental gains before scaling to comprehensive integrations.
Bilingual AI Services Built for Growth
We help organizations navigate and implement artificial intelligence.
Audit & Strategy
A comprehensive evaluation of your business processes to identify where AI can save time, cut costs, and drive revenue.
We evaluate your operational bottlenecks and map out a highly strategic AI roadmap. Utilizing frameworks derived from our published AI Beginners Guide for Marketers and Business Owners, we strip away the tech jargon to train your teams, build immediate operational confidence, and align technology directly with your bottom-line profitability and growth.
AI Culture & Transformation Coaching
Managing the human and operational side of digital-first transformation to prevent staff resistance and ensure high adoption rates.
Technology is only half the battle; AI initiatives fail 80% of the time due to culture, not the code. Led by a certified entrepreneurship and productivity coach, we help your leadership and staff navigate technological anxiety. We align your AI transformation roadmap directly with team workflows, using proven coaching methodologies to build a highly efficient, confident, and digital-first organization.
AI Automation & Workflow Engineering
Advanced, custom automation ecosystems and intelligent digital assistants that act as proprietary infrastructure for your business.
We design and deploy bespoke technical workflows using powerful systems like n8n and Make.com, seamlessly connecting them with modern databases and deployment frameworks. Instead of just plugging in turnkey apps, we build custom internal tools—from automated lead-generation pipelines to custom CRMs—giving you enterprise-level capabilities without the massive legacy price tag.
Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)
Positioning your organization so it gets recommended when users ask conversational AI tools (like Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude AI, and Perplexity) for recommendations.
Traditional SEO is changing rapidly. Combining over two decades of retail and digital marketing experience, we strategically structure your entire digital footprint and earned media. We ensure your brand is recognized as an authority, cited, and recommended when users ask conversational AI tools like Perplexity, Gemini, and ChatGPT for industry recommendations.
AI Digital Transformation
Connecting legacy systems and software with advanced AI models for enterprise-wide scaling.
We securely bridge your legacy enterprise software and proprietary data with advanced Large Language Models (LLMs). By architecting agile, rapid-deployment AI applications and secure API layers, we scale your operational capacity without the friction of a traditional, multi-year IT overhaul.
AI Marketing & Advertising
Using AI-driven copywriting, audience targeting, and testing tools to optimize your ad spend.
We combine over 20 years of retail and marketing expertise with predictive AI analytics and automated creative testing. By deploying advanced tooling for rapid asset variation across Google Ads, Connected TV (CTV), and paid social, we maximize your conversion velocity and accurately protect your ad spend ROI.
What Our Clients Say
We are proud to support business owners, nonprofits, and organizations that make a difference.
Esther Galvan
La Hermosa Restaurant Owner
Fue de mucha ayuda para nuestro negocio La Hermosa Mexican Restaurant, nosotros necesitábamos ayuda con qb para saber llevar los números y lo más importante con tantos cambios sobre el departamento de labor, tenemos que saber como protegernos y cumplir las leyes del Estado, Gisela fue muy Amable y paciente con nosotros.
Scott Oreschnick
Cal Surf Owner
JLLB was easy to work with and reconciled my books efficiently. Guisela made my transition from Quickbooks Pro to the online version seemless. Thanks!
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AI STRATEGY
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Why masssive upfront investments in AI fail, and how a phased approach helps small businesses build confidence first.
AI STRATEGY
Crawl, Walk, Run: How Small Businesses Can Safely Adopt AI Without Large Upfront Costs.
Why masssive upfront investments in AI fail, and how a phased approach helps small businesses build confidence first.
AI STRATEGY
Crawl, Walk, Run: How Small Businesses Can Safely Adopt AI Without Large Upfront Costs.
Why masssive upfront investments in AI fail, and how a phased approach helps small businesses build confidence first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions about AI integration? Here are clear, straightforward answers.
I'm not tech-savvy. Is AI too complex for my business?
Not at all. We believe AI should serve humans, not confuse them. We explain everything in plain English (and Spanish!), train your team step-by-step, and handle the technical setup behind the scenes.
Will AI replace my employees?
Our philosophy is synergy, not replacement. We automate repetitive tasks (data entry, scheduling, email sorting) so your team can focus on client relationships, creativity, and the work only humans can do.
Can we gradually adopt AI in our organization?
We meet you where you are at.
We start with small, low-risk AI integrations that give you immediate time or cost savings (Crawl). Once your team feels comfortable, we build custom department workflows (Walk). Finally, we connect systems enterprise-wide for scaling (Run).
Can you present an AI topic at my event, employees, or clients?
We bridge the gap between complex tech and daily profitability. By implementing smart workflows and targeted automation, we eliminate time-wasting manual processes across your operations. The result is a custom ecosystem designed to reduce overhead, maximize your team's productivity, and drive sustainable growth.
How do our AI systems move the needle on your ROI?
Yes! Juan LLerena is a Certified Professional Speaker and Workshop Facilitator. He can speak about AI, marketing, technology, and the intersection of them to benefit your organization and/or help you achieve your goals
(¡Hablamos Español!).
What's the typical investment level for AI implementation projects?
Our engagements require a minimum investment of $1,000. We quote per project, aligning our rates with the scope, duration, and technical depth of the work.
How does your multicultural background influence your AI and marketing solutions?
Technology works best when it connects with real people. Our multicultural and bilingual roots allow us to look at digital transformation through a unique lens. We don't just deploy turnkey tools or generic content; we understand the cultural nuances, diverse audience behaviors, and inclusive communication strategies required to make your marketing and AI rollouts successful across different internal and external audiences, and communities. We bridge the gap between advanced technology and culturally aware business execution.
Why is cultural understanding important in AI consulting and digital marketing?
Because data and algorithms lack empathy, but markets require it. A "one-size-fits-all" approach to digital strategy often misses the mark with diverse populations. Our multicultural background ensures that your AI transformation, GEO (Generative Engine Optimization), and marketing campaigns are structurally optimized to reach, respect, and convert diverse, multicultural audiences.
What makes your agency's approach different?
Our agency sits at the intersection of cutting-edge tech and cultural intelligence. By blending AI automation with a strong multicultural framework, we help brands scale while maintaining the authentic human connection needed to engage diverse markets.
Behind this strategy is our founder, Juan Llerena. With years of experience in front-end development, back-end development, and system analysis, Juan pairs classic technical expertise with modern "vibe coding." By directing AI to handle heavy development tasks, he accelerates production to build bespoke SaaS tools and tailored business applications.
Do you offer bilingual services?
Yes! JLLB Media is a minority-owned agency and we are proud to offer full consulting, audits, and training in both English and Spanish (¡Hablamos Español!).
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