2024 will be the year that most of us start using AI in everyday tasks. This workshop is a practical foundation for using AI at work. First, we’ll explain what AI is and how the technology is evolving. We will then explore the ethics and risks associated with AI systems. Next, we’ll look at some common tools available before learning how to use AI systems to find information and automate workflows with custom GPTs. In conclusion, we’ll work through some adoption best practices. From this workshop, you will learn: A clear understanding of what AI is and how it is changing the ways we work The ability to find and verify information using AI internet browsing The ability to automate repetitive tasks with custom GPTs Meet your facilitator: Iaian Archibald, Principle, Archibald Consulting Iaian Archibald is an entrepreneur and consultant who helps professional service companies understand the impacts and opportunities associated with AI. He’s spent much of his life studying how technology enables social change and was co-founder of a marina management software company (sold, 2020). He has a specialization in AI for Business from Wharton.

In this session, you are going to learn the elements and key ingredients of performance management. We are going to discover together principles that apply to performance management on both sides of the process between leadership and employees. You will see “how to” deliver a performance management system and some of the hurdles teams are facing in today’s environment. We are going to provide insight into creating a performance management culture for better measurement systems, accountability, ownership and new levels of execution! From this workshop, you'll learn: Learn the elements of performance management; How to deliver a successful performance management program and; Creating a performance management culture and environment. Meet your facilitator: Dave Reynolds, Founder & CEO, The Rumin8 Group Dave Reynolds is an author and entrepreneur with more than 18 years of business development experience ranging from launching and developing new products (On Dragons Den), market entry strategies, performance management, and customized learning and development strategies for companies around the world! He works closely with executive teams to align culture and leadership, achieving transformational results. Dave Reynolds has been working intensively on performance management principles for over a decade growing and scales teams. Working close with organizations to find […]

You know social media is a must-have. But creating content is hard. Could you automate it somehow? In this workshop, we'll leverage Python and ChatGPT's AI brilliance to create engaging and effective social media posts. We'll take your raw marketing materials and use Python and ChatGPT APIs to craft an Excel spreadsheet full of schedule-ready posts. Geared for marketing managers, small business owners, and those eager to leverage code and AI to enhance their digital footprint. Workshop Takeaways: OpenAI API usage (using ChatGPT in code) Basic Python usage Creating a Python application that automates a task (social media marketing) Meet your presenter... Elias is the author of Memorable, Profitable, Virtual: How to Run Virtual Conferences, Conventions, and Trade Shows That Create Meaning, Value, and Lasting Connections. A pioneer of digital events, Puurunen has charted the essential must-haves and must-nots for successful virtual events. Find out more at tractusevents.com.

Neurodiversity is an umbrella term that includes Autism, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and co-occurring mental health challenges. Individuals with neurodivergent brains may not think or behave in a ‘typical’ fashion. Yet, these differences are to be valued and accepted as an aspect of diversity rather than as abnormal or problematic. In this workshop, we will explore the strengths that neurodivergent employees can bring to your teams, how to identify the challenges they may face, and how you can accommodate their learning differences. From this workshop, you'll learn: Understanding of what neurodiversity is and how it impacts employment; Identify key areas where neurodivergent employees struggle and; Identify Accommodations for each subset of their struggle. Meet your facilitator: Keith Gelhorn, Founder & Chief Empowerment Officer, ADDvocacy ADDvocacy was started in 2012 as a social enterprise focused on supporting neurodivergent youth and adults navigating their transition to post-secondary, the workplace and/or entrepreneurship. We also facilitate peer-led professional development training for employers and educators on creating neuro-inclusive workplaces and classrooms.