Unlocking AI: From Basics to Breakthroughs
Wednesday, September 25
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
$199
Join us for an introduction to Artificial Intelligence and discover the essentials to succeed in today’s fast paced global marketplace. This workshop will cover a comprehensive overview of AI, blending theoretical knowledge with practical insights and interactive components to enhance learning and engagement.
Topics Covered:
- Understand the basic concepts and history of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Explore key AI technologies and methodologies
- Recognize real-world applications and implications of AI
- Gain insights into the ethical considerations and future trends in AI
- AI and Agility
The "AI Overview: Understanding the Basics and Beyond" workshop is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI). It will offer you a blended approach through a combination of lectures, interactive discussions, hands-on activities, and case studies, attendees will gain a solid understanding of AI and its transformative potential across various industries.
The workshop will be delivered by Kiran Thakkar, MBA, MS, PMP, SPC6, CST, Owner and Principal consultant, DailyAgile. Kiran has spent over 29 years in several key roles (Software Engineer and global leader) within various industries (financials, healthcare, chemical, fintech, pharma, life science, tech startups) leading teams of people.
Fundamentals of Project Management Workshop
Wednesday, October 16
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
$199
This workshop covers tactics on how to run a successful project, beginning with how to create a project plan, implement it, draft communication plans, monitor progress, identify risks and issues, correct as necessary and deliver as promised. Attendees will also learn how to make projects an orderly progression of completed objectives through the development of a sound project lifecycle.
Adam Selverian, lead project management instructor and vice president of project management at Accelerant Holdings, will lead the workshop. His career spans across corporate strategy and growth, operations, global process improvement, and development of process-oriented cultures for publicly traded companies. His expertise is leading project strategy and execution for systems-based global product offerings.
Leading with Cultural Intelligence: Building Inclusive Teams in the Workplace
Tuesday, November 19
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
$199
RegisterThis workshop equips attendees with the tools and strategies to lead diverse teams effectively, fostering inclusion and equity within their organizations.
Topics Covered:
- Understanding Cultural Intelligence (CQ)
- Strategies for inclusive leadership
- Navigating cultural differences in the workplace
- Creating a culture of belonging
Participants will leave with actionable strategies to enhance their leadership effectiveness in diverse work environments.
This workshop will be delivered by Lula Defersha. Lula brings her talent and expertise as a coach, consultant, and facilitator. She has over 15 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, specializing in leadership coaching and consulting on issues such as organizational culture development, community engagement, conflict resolution mediation, change management, and immigrant equity and inclusion. Her immigrant background profoundly influences her approach, driving her commitment to fostering environments where diversity and inclusion are prioritized.
Navigating the Sustainability Landscape
Check back for rescheduled fall date
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
$199
This workshop is intended for non-sustainability professionals who are looking to expand their foundational sustainability knowledge. Core sustainability concepts around economy, environment, and society as described by the United Nations will be introduced. The varying sustainability reporting frameworks will be explored in an ever-changing reporting landscape. With the challenges of a changing climate, the topic of carbon accounting and the value of data collection, measuring and reporting will be explored.
Participants will close the workshop with a highly interactive group exercise exploring the concept of materiality where they will identify a possible sustainability opportunity within an organization, identify key stakeholders, and build out the first steps in developing their selected sustainability initiative.
Key topics covered in this workshop include:
- Globally recognized definitions of sustainability and core concepts.
- Sustainable Development, the Triple Bottom Line, and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Introduction to the alphabet soup of sustainability reporting.
- Introduction to carbon accounting.
- Identifying key stakeholders in sustainability initiatives.
The workshop will be led by Karen Braun, a sustainability leader with more than 25 years of progressive work in the built environment with a focus on sustainability.