Insights to Action with AI

A webinar to create an AI plan for your organization

Wednesday, September 25th, 2024 | 9:00 am-5:00 pm CT

AvidEdge is proud to present "Insights to Action with AI", led by Mark Price, a dynamic expert in the realm of artificial intelligence and its applications in business.

This highly valuable, virtual one-day workshop, limited to 16 participants, will equip enrollees with:

+ An understanding of the AI Maturity Model and where their organization or division falls on that model.
+ The action plan for their organization, with use cases, priorities, and high-level opportunity assessment.
+ A foundational understanding of AI's current development and future potential across GenAI, machine learning, and natural language processing.
+ A set of next steps to bring these opportunities to reality.

See below for the workshop benefits, structure and approach. Don't miss this unique opportunity to bring tangible ideas on AI back to your company!

Cost: $825 (includes two attendees from your organization)

(A link to submit payment will be sent following registration)

Benefits of this workshop for leaders

  1. Strategic Insight: Equip leaders with a solid understanding of AI's potential and strategic applications to drive innovation and competitive advantage.

  2. Decision-Making: Enhance decision-making capabilities by understanding AI's impact on various business functions and industries.

  3. Implementation Roadmap: Provides a framework for identifying, prioritizing, and implementing AI projects aligned with business goals.

  4. Ethical Leadership: Foster responsible AI use, emphasizing ethical considerations and data privacy to mitigate risks.

  5. Future Preparedness: Prepare leaders for AI advancements, ensuring the organization remains adaptable in evolving technological landscapes.

Mark Price is a dynamic figure in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications in business. As a seasoned speaker, he shares his expertise on leveraging AI for business growth, particularly within the retail sector. Mark also serves as a subject matter authority on AI for RetailWire.com.

Mark is also an adjunct professor of AI at the Opus College of Business at the University of St. Thomas, where he equips graduate students and executives with the tools to harness AI's potential in the corporate landscape. He teaches a range of courses, including analytics and AI, within the Master of Science in Management program. Connect with Mark on LinkedIn.

Workshop Structure and Approach

9:00 AM - 9:45 AM: Introduction to AI and Its Business Impact

  • Brief overview of AI technologies: Focus on the evolution of AI and its transformative potential across sectors.

  • Interactive discussion: Engage participants in debunking myths and aligning on the realistic applications of AI in business.

9:45 AM - 11:00 AM: Deep Dive into Key AI Technologies

  • Generative AI and Computer Vision: Present an integrated view of these technologies, highlighting their unique business applications through case studies.

  • Interactive demo: Showcase AI tools in action, focusing on generative AI, offering participants a firsthand look at the technology.

11:00 AM - 11:15 AM: Coffee Break

11:15 AM - 12:30 PM: Implementing AI in Your Organization

  • Idea Generation to Implementation: Guide participants through a streamlined process of generating AI project ideas and steps toward implementation.

  • Opportunity Assessment: Introduce practical tools for evaluating AI project feasibility and alignment with business goals.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch Break

1:00 PM - 2:15 PM: Framework for Measuring AI Success

  • Defining Success Metrics: Explore how to set and monitor key performance indicators for AI projects.

  • Evaluation Strategies: Discuss methodologies for assessing AI initiatives' impact on business performance.

2:15 PM - 3:30 PM: Ethical Considerations and Navigating the Future of AI

  • Ethical AI Use: Delve into ethical dilemmas, data privacy, and regulatory considerations in AI deployment.

  • Emerging Trends: Discuss future AI trends and how to prepare for upcoming technological shifts.

3:30 PM - 3:45 PM: Coffee Break

3:45 PM - 4:45 PM: Creating Your AI Roadmap

  • Action Plan Development: Workshop on developing a personalized action plan to apply AI insights within organizations.

  • Expert Panel Q&A: Open forum for addressing specific queries, facilitated by experts to provide tailored guidance. (based on available time)

4:45 PM - 5:00 PM: Workshop Wrap-up and Closing Remarks

  • Summary of Key Takeaways: Recap the day's main insights and action points.

  • Next Steps: Guidance on further resources and how to continue the AI journey post-workshop.