Ep 422 | Hidden Costs, Smarter Savings: Putting AI to Work with Bill Kurtzner

Could everyday business expenses be costing you more than they should? From utility bills to office supplies, overlooked charges and missed discounts can add up. Recorded at the 2026 Florida SBDC Small Business Success Summit in Charlotte Harbor, this episode of Small Biz Florida features host Tom Kindred in conversation with Bill Kurtzner, co-founder and CEO of CostSavings.ai. Drawing on 15 years of experience helping large companies identify billing errors and reduce operating costs, Bill shares how his team is bringing similar tools to small and midsize businesses. Bill explains how the platform uses AI to review invoices and contracts, identify potential savings, and help business owners prepare questions for their vendors. The conversation covers expenses such as electricity, telecommunications, and waste removal, along with opportunities to negotiate better terms at contract renewal. He also discusses how group purchasing can give smaller businesses access to discounted supplies and how employee discount programs can extend savings to their teams. Tune in for a practical look at using AI to better understand your expenses, uncover savings opportunities, and make more informed purchasing decisions.