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Running a small business shouldn't require a tech degree

Shophand exists to bridge the digital divide for small business owners with Al and real human support. You get the tools, the training, and the hands you need to grow, your way.

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I can handle that.

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And I've got your back.

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Meet your new small business besties.

Drowning in your to-do list?
It's time to hand it over, friend.

Shophand blends powerful AI with real human support to keep you working smarter, not harder.

 

Hand off the busywork to AI Shophands, lean on Live Shophands when you need hands-on help, and use AI tools built specifically for small businesses to plan, build and organize. 

Together, our Shophands and AI tools power a smarter way to run your small business.

What's happening right now

The gap is real

Small business owners are stuck between doing everything ... or falling behind

Wearing every hat

The Problem

Small business owners wear
every hat. You handle sales,
operations, customer service,
and somehow you're expected
to master the latest technology too.

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The tradeoff

The Cost

Al tools exist, but they're built
for the tech savvy. Most require hours of setup, constant tinkering, or a learning curve that eats into your actual work.

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What happens next

The result

Hiring help is expensive. A full-time employee means salary, benefits, and the time it takes to train them. Most small businesses can't afford that.

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How Shophand Helps

We bridge the gap

Tools that work the way you think, without the jargon and complexity getting in the way.

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AI that speaks your
language

Plain English, no tech terminology. You get results without needing a degree.

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Real humans in
your corner

When you need help, you get a person. Not a chatbot. Not a ticket queue.

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Built for business
owners

Designed by people who've run small businesses. We know what matters to you.

Support that fits how you actually work.

Get AI Employees

Instant help, anytime.

Book A Human

Real experts,
on demand.

Automate your Marketing

Social media, handled.

Use Smart Tools

Funding, Planning, and Growth-Organized.

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Hand off
the busywork

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Live help 
for your business

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Work smarter
not harder

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Afforable tools 
to move you forward

Get a team of AI Shophands that help you create content, reply to customers, find grants, plan your week, and keep your business running smoothly.

Book an expert with Shophand Live to work alongside you, get 1-on-1 support, explain things clearly, and help you move forward with confidence.

Drowning in social media planning, creation, and scheduling? Live Shophands can step in to plan content, write captions, create posts, and help keep your marketing moving without the stress.

Whether you’re working with $0 or $10k, Shophand gives you practical tools to help you plan, grow, and find funding—without overcomplicating things.

The Shophand Value

What you actually get

Shophand gives you tech that fits your business, not the other way around. You get training, support, and real people who care about your success.

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AI that works

Tools designed for everyday small business work. No setup headaches or wasted time.

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Training included

We teach you how to use what you have. You own the skills, not just the software.

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Human support

Real people answer your questions and help solve your business challenges.

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Affordable growth

You get a full team without the salary, benefits, or training time.

Need a Hand?

Two kinds of help, one mission

Shophand Al works around the clock. Shophand Live steps in when you need a real person. You get both.

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Shophand AI

Twelve Al employees working whenever you need them

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Shophand Live

Real humans who help you  solve problems your way

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Your AI & Human Team

​You don’t just need a single assistant—you need the right hands for the job.

Shophand AI

Instant help, anytime.

With a Shophand AI subscription, you get 12 AI employees, each with a clear role and specialty.

From social posts and customer replies to grant applications, planning, and workflows, your AI team is available 24/7 to help you move faster and feel less overwhelmed.

Shophand Live

Real experts, on demand.

Shophand Live experts are available to book on demand when you want a human touch.

Work one-on-one with a real, live human Shophand who helps you learn, build, or hand things off completely. Whether you want guidance, feedback, or done-for-you support, Shophand Live meets you where you are and work at your pace.

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Al Apprenticeship Program

We're building pathways into tech careers

We're not just helping businesses grow. We're creating opportunity. Shophand is building pathways into Al-powered work.

We train and support future Live Shophands, creating real opportunities for people to learn in-demand skills and earn income through remote while helping small businesses succeed.

Shophand Plus

More than tools. It's your growth system.

Shophand Plus is built for small business owners ready to move forward with real support. You choose what you need, but with Plus, you get built-in savings, better access, and opportunities designed to help you move faster.

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Built-in savings

Discounts on all Shophand products add up fast as your business grows.

Better access

Priority consideration for grants and exclusive member-only
opportunities you won't find elsewhere.

Real support

Tools, templates, and resources designed by people who understand what it takes to build a business.

Stop guessing. Start planning.

Get clarity on your plan, finances, and next steps.

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Business Blueprint

Plan your business—without starting from scratch.
Business Blueprint is an AI-powered planning tool designed for busy small business owners. It helps you build, refine, and present your business clearly...whether you’re planning, growing, or applying for funding.

Included with Shophand Plus

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What comes with membership

Pricing

One price. Real value.

$199 per year unlocks everything you need to grow your business.
Start free. Upgrade when you're ready.

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Free plan

Start anytime

Includes:

Weekly grant listings

Pay per tool or service

Email support

Basic business tools

Weekly Newsletter

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$199/yr

Shophand plus

Everything included

Includes:

Business Blueprint

Priority grant access

Brand visibility

Quarterly grant opportunities

Priority support

10% off all services

Full toolkit access

Monthly micro-grants

Member-only resources

Everything in Free Plan

Funding

Access funding and grants

You're not just growing your business, you're funding it. Plus members get priority access to grants designed to help you move faster.

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Small Business Boost
Grant

Priority consideration for grants that fund real growth and real impact.

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Monthly Micro-Grants

Free entry into grants designed for small business owners building something real.

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Quarterly Grants

Larger opportunities to fund the next phase of your business growth.

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Member-only grants

Exclusive opportunities available only to Shophand Plus members.

Marketing,
without the mental load

Done-for-you support for the parts of marketing that slow you down.

Shophand Social

Show up online, without doing it all yourself.
Done-for-you social content created by real humans, so you can stay consistent without stress.

Starts at $99/month

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Free Tools to Get You Started

Everything you need to make progressno credit card required.

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Big Help
for Small
Businesses

We've helped thousands of small business owners work smarter. Built in Detroit, growing everywhere.

Businesses supported

6,000+

Users across 12 different industries

Industries served

12

From retail to services to
manufacturing

Time saved monthly

20+

Hours per owner on average

Built in Detroit

100%

Launched and growing from Michigan

You built this for a reason

Shophand handles the overwhelm so you can focus on what matters. Your business. Your vision. Your life.

Real Stories

What owners are saying

"Shophand gave me back my
evenings. I'm not drowning in
tasks anymore."

Sarah Chen

Owner, retail shop

"I thought I'd need to hire
someone. Instead, Shophand
handled it for half the cost."

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Marcus Williams

Owner, service business

"Finally, technology that works
the way I think, not the way
engineers think."

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Elena Rodriguez

Owner, manufacturing

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Ready to work smarter

Join thousands of small business owners who stopped doing everything themselves. Shophand is waiting.

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Curated small business grants, updated regularly. Sign up free to see full details and apply.

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