Reviews & Results

Real Businesses.
Real People.
Real Feedback.

AI Academy may be new, but I've been helping businesses navigate websites, social media, digital marketing and now AI since 2007. Here's what business owners and organisations have said about the workshops, coaching, training and ongoing support they've received along the way.

From "I'm not technical" to "I can actually do this."

18+

Years Helping Small Businesses

400+

Businesses Helped

Plain English

Practical Support

What Our Clients Say About Us

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"We've worked with Phil on some AI projects, website hosting and he's just a super guy, honest and knowledgeable. Can't recommend him high enough!!!!"

I See You Online Ltd

I See You Online ยท Merseyside

Google
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"Phil's support has made a real difference to my Feng Shui business. His advice on my website, social media, and lead generation has been invaluable."

Reeta Vaya

Feng Shui Practice ยท Merseyside

Google
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"Phil is the best! He helped me so much with my business. He really knows his area of expertise and is able to impart his knowledge clearly and with plenty of patience too, which I needed!"

Shelley Abraham

Physio Fitness, Hampstead, London

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"Can't recommend Phil enough โ€” his course was so helpful to our business and we learnt so much from him. If you are in business and want help with AI, Phil is the best."

Emily Cain

Labyrinth Pilates, Southport

Google
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"We were managing our own marketing but realised that we needed a more professional and consistent approach across the various platforms. Working with Phil & Rob has become part of our daily life and not one of my team would stop working with them now."

Nigel Dunnington

Franchisee, 19 McDonald's Restaurants

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"Phil is just so wonderful. He explained everything in a way that made me fully understand AI and we had some laughs too. Cant wait for more training with him"

Sharon Stock

Dairy Holistic Hub ยท Dairy Holistic Hub, Southport

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"Phil is amazing at what he does and I really enjoy his teaching sessions and come away knowing more knowledge to enhance my business."

Dianne Hodgson

Hair Lounge Collective ยท Hair Lounge Collective, Southport

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"Phil's coaching has been invaluable leading me through the murky world of Social Media as I seek to grow my business. I am now proficient on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook with a good all round knowledge about how to generate business via social media."

Andy Huddleston

Business Finance

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"I highly recommend Phil for social media training. I thought I knew most things but Phil took my knowledge to another level. He is so knowledgeable and made the training fun and interactive. I will be using Phil's services again very soon!"

Marie McDermott

Insignia Recruit

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"Phil is a wealth of knowledge about all things social media and podcast related. He has an easy way about him, which makes for a great speaker and teacher in these areas. Genuinely nice guy, great networker and pleasure to work with."

Suzy Orr

Unique Ladies

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"If you're new to the world of social media or just need a conversation where simplicity matters, Phil Gee is your man. Very personable and straight talking. My business needed more exposure and Phil trained me on how to do this."

Aiden Kent

The Singing Cabbie

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"I just attended a 5 day social media course with Phil Gee โ€” what he doesn't know about Social Media it's not worth knowing!! He has been a great help, opening my eyes up to lots of opportunities. Thanks Phil!"

Louise Webster

Travel Agent

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"We hired Phil to help build up the social media profile of our Charity Parenting 2000. It was during lockdown and Phil was able to deliver a very cost effective service to us over Zoom. His training was well structured and 100% tailored to the needs of our organisation."

Janine Hyland

Parenting 2000

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"Phil has been so patient with me and my confidence has grown so much that now, in less than 6 weeks I am blogging, doing Podcasts and videos, all of which I would never have done without his help. I would recommend Phil to anyone who wants to move forward on social media."

Henry Churney

Comedian

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"Phil has helped me navigate social media with patience and understanding of my very niche requirements, offering sound advice from years of understanding all forms of online connection. I have seen my chosen platforms growing organically with quality contacts. Highly recommend."

Fiona Godfrey

Fashion Designer

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"In just one month I have achieved what I didn't know working on social media for the whole last year. Phil is intuitive and over-delivers. He is the best advisor I have invested in since 2020. I am continuing to work with Phil and highly recommending him to other businesses."

Liigah Thrower

Art Consultant

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"Phil certainly knows his way around the current Social Media platforms, techniques and trends. His coaching style is friendly and relaxed, which many small business owners that are nervous about the whole Social Media issue find very reassuring."

Paul Wolfenden

The Fair Trade Store

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"I have really enjoyed Phil's social media training. Every session he was always ready with a smile on his face. He is approachable and very supportive, always goes the extra mile. He's a great mentor and teacher."

Sarah See

Strawberry Field

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"Phil Gee has a particular set of skills that he has honed over many years โ€” taking me from "sorry I don't do IT" to a blogger, podcaster and mailchimp practitioner on an incredible journey. I highly value this strategical relationship and Phil is now part of my team."

John Bullock

Pain Point Coach

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"I have been in positive, forward thinking companies all of my 40 years in sales, but Phil is the most sincere, modest coach, displaying great empathy with his clients at all times. He's a very good listener and has the ability to instantly grasp your question, point of view and deliver his response in a self-effacing and humorous way."

Bernie Fairhurst

Aimondo UK LTD ยท London

Google
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"I recruited Phil to get my social media planning and blog writing off the ground. In just one month I have achieved what I didn't know working on marketing for the whole last year. All my social media are linked up and batched. I have a strong plan and understanding to go forward. Phil is intuitive and over-delivers. He is the best advisor I have invested in. I am continuing to work with Phil and highly recommending him to other businesses."

Liigah Thrower

Art Consultant ยท London

Google
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"Phil has been our marketing consultant for over 6 months now and he has been like a breath of fresh air, helping with all aspects of our comms. We truly appreciate his input and advice to help drive more customers to our restaurant. Highly recommended."

Issa Cissokho

CEO, Putney Pantry ยท London

Google
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"Phil and his team helped me to set my business up from a marketing perspective, website and social media. I was really happy with how I was dealt with and the results were great."

Chris Kyriakou

Southwood Estates ยท London

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"Phil is the most enthusiastic inspiring human. He is hugely knowledgable and my go to for social media and more recently AI - I'd highly recommend his services!"

Sophia Wood-Jenkins

Business Consultant ยท London

Google
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"AI Guru is an absolutely brilliant teacher and has helped me and my business learn so much - I am working more efficiently than ever before!"

Bethany Payet

Mural Artist ยท Liverpool

Google
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"I attended this introductory session yesterday, and today have produced my first project on Claude! (Before yesterday I couldn't have explained what Claude is (or does!). Thanks for a very interesting, informative and fun session, Phil:-)"

Pat Wordley

Restaurant Owner ยท Formby

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"Absolutely wonderful introduction on how to use AI properly for my business Phil made things so easy and it was really informative. Came away with lots of great ideas ready to get started. Would highly recommend this course if you're feeling overwhelmed with the thought of what to do and how to do it it's a real game changer!"

Tally Bookbinder

Make-up Artist ยท Manchester

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"I attended the AI Academy introduction to AI. The session lasted about 2 hours and was led by Phil Gee. I came away with a much better understanding of what AI can do for my business and i can't wait to introduce it to my everyday personal and business life. Phil provided each attendee with a step by step guide to help us establish our AI profile and start working smarter. I intend booking into the next workshop. Would recommend the AI academy for anyone new to AI."

Cheryl Gradwell

Entertainment Sector ยท Dubai

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"I recently attended Phil Gee's AI Masterclass and found it to be a really interesting and worthwhile experience. Phil made AI feel much more accessible and explained things in a way that was easy to understand, even if you're not particularly technical. What I particularly liked was that the session wasn't just about talking about AI โ€” it gave me ideas about how I could actually use it in my own work, as it could for many people and businesses."

Lucy Morton

Lingerie Shop Owner ยท Birkdale, Southport

Google
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"Through his guidance, Phil empowered me to rediscover my drive and ambition. His insights brought a fresh perspective โ€” I regained a sense of purpose and enthusiasm and pushed my boundaries like never before."

Suzanne Worpole

Mindset Coach

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"Phil is a very friendly, approachable person who is patient and clear in his training. I have had multiple sessions with him and each time I come away with more confidence and better results. Would highly recommend."

Connor Murdock

Business Owner

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"It's 5 years since I was introduced to Phil who has been helping me ever since to grow my business by knowing how to use my website properly and my social media. Plus the importance of having client data or email marketing which has really helped Sesay's Restaurant/Bar to grow here in Liverpool."

Shane Sesay

CEO, Sesay's Bar & Grill

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"I would like to thank and recommend Phil Gee for his amazing work creating our website. Phil is very professional and is very experienced in what he does. He helped us and guided us creating an amazing website and we could not ask for more."

Dr Raed Amr

Italia Aesthetics

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"Phil and the team have managed our social media channels for just over a year now. The service is very personalised, professional and targeted to our business needs. I would recommend them for any social media management requirements."

Dean Fitzmaurice

Mavas T/A McDonald's

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"We struggled on with our social media channels for our cafe bars for two years. It has made a massive difference and we have had lots of compliments from customers about the sudden improvement in our communications. We love the work done for us and it works for our business growth plans."

Susannah Porter

Remedy Coffee Company

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"Was a pleasure working with Phil on retail F&B brand projects like Costa Coffee and Kaspas Desserts from new concept launching new brands, new store openings to Group website design. He's a good guy to know and will help to build great awareness. Thank you Phil."

Mark Bryan

F&B Franchisee Director

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"Phil Gee was amazing, I came to his course today to learn about the AI, and he has more patience then my older children. AI scared me but I needed a catch up on technology, even if it's something I can add to my CV. Phil has done all the research and passes on his knowledge, you walk away with great tools, inspiration and a bigger brain with more ideas for your business. Phil certainly knows how to work smarter and not harder. Great inspiration. Ps I didn't use AI to write this review, it's genuine!!!"

Sally Knollys

Miss Hollywood Wax ยท Southport

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"Phil's AI Academy was very informative and I am looking forward to introducing AI into my day to day business life. I would recommend Phil and this training session to anyone who wants AI improve their business and daily workload."

Neil Massam

Mortgage Expert ยท Chorley

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"Very comprehensive explanations, of action's results and problems. Phil was brilliant in explaining the several methods out there for us to use."

Chris Burgess

Qi Gong Practitioner

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"Phil Gee's AI training workshop was an absolute eye opener, not only for running ones business but also for many aspects of our personal lives, really enjoyed it, highly recommend."

Kevin Brown

Wedding Photographer ยท Southport

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"Great AI workshop, Phil knows his stuff. Learned so much about Claude and how it can help me."

Lisa Carlin

YouTube Vlogger

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"What a superb evening at AI Academy with Phil Gee. Really enjoyed every second of it, and learnt so much with all the information Phil got across to us all in easy to understand manner. Would fully recommend the AI training to any one, and left feeling very inspired"

Colin Reilly

Landscape Gardener ยท Southport

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"A terrific workshop! I learned more about AI than I ever thought possible. I thought it was just about ChatGPT but it's not!! Cheers Phil"

Kaidan Hesketh

Care Home Administrator

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Before AI, there was social media.

AI Academy may be new.
Phil's experience isn't.

The tools have changed a lot since I started helping businesses in 2007.

First it was websites. Then social media became the thing every business suddenly needed to understand. Now it's AI.

But when I look back at what clients have said over the years, the same words keep appearing:

Patient. Practical. Easy to understand. Supportive. No jargon.

Different technology. Same approach.

2007

Websites

Where it started.

Then

Social Media

How businesses reached customers.

Now

AI

The latest big shift.

The technology changes. The way I help people doesn't.

Coaching & Social Media Training

From "I don't do it" to actually doing it.

Long before AI Academy, Phil was helping business owners get comfortable with websites, social media, content and the digital tools they thought they'd never get their heads around.

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"Phil's coaching has been invaluable leading me through the murky world of Social Media as I seek to grow my business. I am now proficient on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook with a good all round knowledge about how to generate business via social media."

Andy Huddleston

Business Finance

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"I highly recommend Phil for social media training. I thought I knew most things but Phil took my knowledge to another level. He is so knowledgeable and made the training fun and interactive. I will be using Phil's services again very soon!"

Marie McDermott

Insignia Recruit

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"Phil is a wealth of knowledge about all things social media and podcast related. He has an easy way about him, which makes for a great speaker and teacher in these areas. Genuinely nice guy, great networker and pleasure to work with."

Suzy Orr

Unique Ladies

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"If you're new to the world of social media or just need a conversation where simplicity matters, Phil Gee is your man. Very personable and straight talking. My business needed more exposure and Phil trained me on how to do this."

Aiden Kent

The Singing Cabbie

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"I just attended a 5 day social media course with Phil Gee โ€” what he doesn't know about Social Media it's not worth knowing!! He has been a great help, opening my eyes up to lots of opportunities. Thanks Phil!"

Louise Webster

Travel Agent

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"We hired Phil to help build up the social media profile of our Charity Parenting 2000. It was during lockdown and Phil was able to deliver a very cost effective service to us over Zoom. His training was well structured and 100% tailored to the needs of our organisation."

Janine Hyland

Parenting 2000

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"Phil has been so patient with me and my confidence has grown so much that now, in less than 6 weeks I am blogging, doing Podcasts and videos, all of which I would never have done without his help. I would recommend Phil to anyone who wants to move forward on social media."

Henry Churney

Comedian

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"Phil has helped me navigate social media with patience and understanding of my very niche requirements, offering sound advice from years of understanding all forms of online connection. I have seen my chosen platforms growing organically with quality contacts. Highly recommend."

Fiona Godfrey

Fashion Designer

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"In just one month I have achieved what I didn't know working on social media for the whole last year. Phil is intuitive and over-delivers. He is the best advisor I have invested in since 2020. I am continuing to work with Phil and highly recommending him to other businesses."

Liigah Thrower

Art Consultant

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"Phil certainly knows his way around the current Social Media platforms, techniques and trends. His coaching style is friendly and relaxed, which many small business owners that are nervous about the whole Social Media issue find very reassuring."

Paul Wolfenden

The Fair Trade Store

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"I have really enjoyed Phil's social media training. Every session he was always ready with a smile on his face. He is approachable and very supportive, always goes the extra mile. He's a great mentor and teacher."

Sarah See

Strawberry Field

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"Phil Gee has a particular set of skills that he has honed over many years โ€” taking me from "sorry I don't do IT" to a blogger, podcaster and mailchimp practitioner on an incredible journey. I highly value this strategical relationship and Phil is now part of my team."

John Bullock

Pain Point Coach

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"I have been in positive, forward thinking companies all of my 40 years in sales, but Phil is the most sincere, modest coach, displaying great empathy with his clients at all times. He's a very good listener and has the ability to instantly grasp your question, point of view and deliver his response in a self-effacing and humorous way."

Bernie Fairhurst

Aimondo UK LTD ยท London

Google
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"I recruited Phil to get my social media planning and blog writing off the ground. In just one month I have achieved what I didn't know working on marketing for the whole last year. All my social media are linked up and batched. I have a strong plan and understanding to go forward. Phil is intuitive and over-delivers. He is the best advisor I have invested in. I am continuing to work with Phil and highly recommending him to other businesses."

Liigah Thrower

Art Consultant ยท London

Google
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"Phil is the most enthusiastic inspiring human. He is hugely knowledgable and my go to for social media and more recently AI - I'd highly recommend his services!"

Sophia Wood-Jenkins

Business Consultant ยท London

Google
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…

"AI Guru is an absolutely brilliant teacher and has helped me and my business learn so much - I am working more efficiently than ever before!"

Bethany Payet

Mural Artist ยท Liverpool

Google
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"Through his guidance, Phil empowered me to rediscover my drive and ambition. His insights brought a fresh perspective โ€” I regained a sense of purpose and enthusiasm and pushed my boundaries like never before."

Suzanne Worpole

Mindset Coach

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"Phil is a very friendly, approachable person who is patient and clear in his training. I have had multiple sessions with him and each time I come away with more confidence and better results. Would highly recommend."

Connor Murdock

Business Owner

More Than Training

Clients who stay.

Some clients come for a session. Some stay for years. Training is only one way businesses work with Phil โ€” over the years, clients have also used Phil and his team for social media management, websites, digital marketing, ongoing coaching and wider business support.

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"Phil's support has made a real difference to my Feng Shui business. His advice on my website, social media, and lead generation has been invaluable."

Reeta Vaya

Feng Shui Practice ยท Merseyside

Google
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…

"We were managing our own marketing but realised that we needed a more professional and consistent approach across the various platforms. Working with Phil & Rob has become part of our daily life and not one of my team would stop working with them now."

Nigel Dunnington

Franchisee, 19 McDonald's Restaurants

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…

"Phil has been our marketing consultant for over 6 months now and he has been like a breath of fresh air, helping with all aspects of our comms. We truly appreciate his input and advice to help drive more customers to our restaurant. Highly recommended."

Issa Cissokho

CEO, Putney Pantry ยท London

Google
โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…

"Phil and his team helped me to set my business up from a marketing perspective, website and social media. I was really happy with how I was dealt with and the results were great."

Chris Kyriakou

Southwood Estates ยท London

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…

"It's 5 years since I was introduced to Phil who has been helping me ever since to grow my business by knowing how to use my website properly and my social media. Plus the importance of having client data or email marketing which has really helped Sesay's Restaurant/Bar to grow here in Liverpool."

Shane Sesay

CEO, Sesay's Bar & Grill

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…

"I would like to thank and recommend Phil Gee for his amazing work creating our website. Phil is very professional and is very experienced in what he does. He helped us and guided us creating an amazing website and we could not ask for more."

Dr Raed Amr

Italia Aesthetics

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…

"Phil and the team have managed our social media channels for just over a year now. The service is very personalised, professional and targeted to our business needs. I would recommend them for any social media management requirements."

Dean Fitzmaurice

Mavas T/A McDonald's

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…

"We struggled on with our social media channels for our cafe bars for two years. It has made a massive difference and we have had lots of compliments from customers about the sudden improvement in our communications. We love the work done for us and it works for our business growth plans."

Susannah Porter

Remedy Coffee Company

โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…โ˜…

"Was a pleasure working with Phil on retail F&B brand projects like Costa Coffee and Kaspas Desserts from new concept launching new brands, new store openings to Group website design. He's a good guy to know and will help to build great awareness. Thank you Phil."

Mark Bryan

F&B Franchisee Director

Some testimonials on this page pre-date AI Academy and come from clients Phil has worked with through Social Media Academy and his wider digital business.

Not sure where to start?

Tell me what's happening in your business. Whether that's AI, social media, your website or simply too much digital stuff taking up too much time, book a free 30-minute chat and we'll work out what would actually help.