AI implementation consulting & upskilling for small-medium businesses and educational institutions — from a 30-year education veteran who helped write the national playbook.
The workplace is changing faster than ever. Small businesses that don't upskill their workforce risk falling behind competitors who do. Education institutions face mounting pressure to prepare students and staff for an AI-powered world. The question isn't whether to adapt — it's how to do it well.
That's where I come in. I'm Vera Cubero, founder of Cubero Consulting and a 30-year veteran of public education with deep experience at the school, district, and state levels. Most recently, I led North Carolina's AI implementation efforts and served as the primary architect of the state's AI Guidelines — recognized nationally as among the best in the country by leaders like Sal Khan (Khan Academy), Pat Youngpradit (Code.org), and Amanda Bickerstaff (AI for Education).
I believe AI has the power to either widen gaps or transform learning and work for every person. That's why I help educators, schools, policymakers, and business leaders navigate AI with a clear strategy tailored to their context — not a one-size-fits-all approach.
From one-hour keynotes to multi-day engagements — every service is tailored to your context, your team, and your goals. Contact for pricing.
An engaging, high-impact session that introduces your audience to AI with real-world context, practical frameworks, and a clear call to action. Ideal for conferences, all-staff days, and leadership retreats.
Speaking · Custom DurationHands-on 2–3 hour workshop sessions that move beyond awareness into practical application. Teams leave with tools, prompts, and a shared vocabulary for working alongside AI.
Workshops · 2–3 HoursA focused consultation for executives, superintendents, and leadership teams ready to build an AI strategy. I help you identify where AI creates value — and where it doesn't — before you commit resources.
Strategy · Leadership TeamsA fully customized full-day program combining keynote, workshop, and strategy components. Best for organizations that want to move from awareness to action in a single focused day.
Full Day · Fully CustomDeep-dive support for districts and companies developing their own AI policies and guidelines. Guided by the same process used to create NC's nationally recognized framework.
Policy · Districts & CompaniesAn extended engagement for districts and organizations ready for deep, sustained transformation. Includes needs assessment, custom curriculum design, multi-session delivery, and follow-up support.
Extended · Deep PartnershipVera's work has been featured in national media, peer-reviewed journals, and conferences — and recognized by some of the most respected voices in education and AI.
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Virtual & In-Person
Face-to-face delivery is ideal, but virtual sessions are equally engaging and expand access. All virtual sessions are recorded for on-demand viewing within your organization.
No commitment. Just a conversation about how I can help.