New book connects artificial intelligence, financial literacy and entrepreneurship to help individuals take greater control of their financial futures.
In a city where the gap between hard work and lasting wealth can feel impossibly wide, a pair of Detroit-based wealth strategists are betting that artificial intelligence might be the missing link. On Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m. at Motor City Java House (17336 Lahser Road), the free community event “Building Wealth and Legacy with AI” will introduce a new book that asks a provocative question: What if AI could help you figure out exactly where your money is disappearing, make smarter business moves, and leave something real for your grandkids?
That is the central premise of Building Wealth and Legacy with AI: A Financial Memoir, a new book by wealth strategists Adriane Mayes and Enyka Gaines. As artificial intelligence becomes more deeply woven into daily routines — from smart assistants to automated shopping lists — the authors want to redirect the conversation away from productivity hacks and toward something far more personal: How can ordinary people harness AI to get a grip on their finances, grow their businesses, and build wealth that lasts for generations?
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The book tackles a problem that many will recognize. People work hard, earn a paycheck, run a business, and still find themselves uncertain about where their money actually goes, what they owe in taxes, or how to create a sustainable wealth plan. Drawing from their own life experiences and professional expertise, Mayes and Gaines combine financial literacy, tax education, entrepreneurship, and AI-powered tools to help readers examine their spending habits and take concrete steps toward financial stability.
Their strategy revolves around three core ideas: “Find the Leak. Fix the Plan. Build the Legacy.” What started as a collaboration focused on tax education and business development has since grown into a wider initiative that includes AI tools, financial calculators, and educational materials designed to make financial planning less intimidating and more accessible.
The Detroit launch is meant to bring together community members, entrepreneurs, and anyone curious about building wealth. Attendees can meet the authors, explore the concepts in the book, and network with others who are interested in financial education and technology. The event is free and open to the public — no purchase necessary.
For those who do want a copy, the Legacy Bundle Experience includes a signed, personalized book, a limited-edition bookmark, digital access, and a 30-Day Book-to-Action Companion. It costs $32 with event pickup using the code LIVE5, or $37 with shipping.
Event details
What: Building Wealth and Legacy with AI book launch and community event
When: Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, from 2 to 5 p.m.
Where: Motor City Java House, 17336 Lahser Road, Detroit
Admission: Free
RSVP: https://builder.ailegacycircle.com/rsvp
About the authors
Adriane Mayes is an AI wealth strategist, entrepreneur, and community builder focused on helping people use artificial intelligence, systems, and strategic planning to unlock financial opportunities and build lasting legacies. Enyka Gaines, known as “The Tax Extraordinaire,” is a wealth strategist and longtime business owner who helps individuals and entrepreneurs strengthen their understanding of taxes, financial literacy, and long-term wealth creation.
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Why it matters: This event signals a growing shift in how communities of color are approaching technology — not as a distant, abstract force but as a hands-on tool for closing the racial wealth gap. By placing AI in the service of everyday financial decisions, Mayes and Gaines are challenging the notion that wealth-building tools are only for the already rich, and instead offering a blueprint for anyone willing to examine their money habits.
