Master the art of transforming your business into an AI-powered organization. This program equips small and medium sized business leaders leaders with the strategic insights, leadership skills, and change management strategies needed to spearhead successful AI initiatives. By the end of this course, you will be prepared to implement AI solutions that enhance productivity, foster innovation, and position your organization for long-term growth.

This results-driven program combines practical demonstrations, interactive exercises, and personalized guidance to help you integrate AI across your business. You will leave with an actionable plan to drive impactful AI adoption while navigating the challenges of organizational transformation.

NOTE: You will need access to paid versions of AI tools such as ChatGPT Plus, Claude, and other relevant SaaS tools, to complete the exercises.

Who Should Attend?

This program is ideal for small and medium-sized business leaders who want to:

• Launch AI initiatives tailored to their business needs.
• Foster collaboration and alignment around AI adoption.
• Develop AI leadership skills to guide teams through organizational change.
  If you are looking to embrace AI as a strategic asset, improve operational efficiency, and future-proof your organization, this program is for you.

Program Benefits

• Strategic AI Planning: Learn to align AI solutions with your business objectives to drive measurable outcomes.
• Enhanced Leadership Capabilities: Develop skills to guide your teams through AI adoption while fostering inclusivity and collaboration.
• Change Management Mastery: Gain proven strategies to manage organizational transformation and secure internal buy-in.
• Scalable AI Solutions: Implement AI tools and workflows that evolve with your business, ensuring sustainable growth.
• Actionable Outcomes: Leave with a clear implementation roadmap tailored to your organization’s goals.

Program Outcomes

• Strategic Vision: Develop a clear plan for integrating AI into your business operations, aligned with your strategic objectives.
• Essential Tools and Practices: Gain practical tools and proven best practices for leveraging AI to enhance decision-making and boost productivity.
• Leadership Confidence: Build the skills and confidence needed to lead and manage AI-driven transformation within your organization.
• Ethical AI Understanding: Understand AI ethics, trust, and security to ensure responsible and safe AI usage across your business.
• Immediate Applications: Take away actionable insights and techniques to enhance daily workflows with AI-powered solutions.

Program Format & Materials

• Duration
  • Four weeks, with weekly 2-hour live sessions plus homework and self-assessment tasks.
• Delivery
  • Live interactive sessions.
  • Practical demonstrations.
  • AI-assisted discovery exercises.
  • Open office hours for personalized support.
• Learning Materials
  • Access to custom AI toolkits.
  • Self-assessment questionnaires.
  • Tool selection guides, workflow templates, and checklists.
  • Access to recordings of all sessions and demo exercises.
• Required Access
  • Access to the paid versions of tools like ChatGPT Plus and Claude for the duration of the course.
  • Sign up information for these tools will be provided prior to the course.
• Follow-Up Resources
  • Additional resources for staying current with AI tools.

Program Modules

• Module 1:
  ​Strategic Planning for AI
  • Identify AI opportunities that align with your business objectives.
  • Understand the foundations of AI ethics, trust, and security.
  • Begin crafting a roadmap for AI implementation.

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• Module 2:
  ​Leadership Skills for AI Transformation
  • Develop advanced prompt engineering skills for role-specific applications.
  • Build leadership capabilities to guide cross-functional teams through AI adoption.
  • Explore strategies for fostering an AI-ready culture.
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• Module 3:
  ​Change Management for AI Adoption
  • Master techniques for managing organizational change during AI integration.
  • Implement scalable workflows that enhance collaboration and productivity.
  • Learn to secure internal buy-in with compelling business cases.
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• Module 4:
  ​Real-World Application and Implementation
  • Apply AI tools to real-world scenarios, including financial analysis, content creation, and project tracking.
  • Build confidence in using AI for stakeholder communications and internal reporting.
  • Finalize a tailored action plan for sustained AI success.

Instructors

Rochelle Grayson
​Co-Founder, Circles of AI​

Rochelle Grayson is an Industry Chair, Program Advisor, and Adjunct Professor at the University of British Columbia's Sauder School of Business, where she has developed and taught programs in AI, Digital Transformation, Data and Marketing Analytics, and Social Media. She has authored two marketing textbooks, Applied Marketing (Wiley) and Foundations in Digital Marketing (BCcampus), and has held academic leadership roles at Langara College, the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT), and Simon Fraser University. Rochelle's teaching excellence was recognized with UBC's John K. Friesen Excellence in Teaching Award.

Beyond academia, Rochelle is the founder of Mosaic Accelerator and a Sales & Marketing Executive-in-Residence with New Ventures BC, advising 150+ early and growth-stage technology companies on business, sales, and marketing strategies. Named one of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women by the Women's Executive Network and awarded as one of Vancouver's Top Forty Under 40 by Business in Vancouver, Rochelle combines her academic expertise and industry experience to offer a global, innovative perspective. She holds an MBA in Finance and Business Policy from the University of Chicago and Six Sigma (Black Belt) Master Certifications in Product Development Management and Business Facilitation.

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James Rowe
​Co-Founder, Circles of AI​

James Rowe is a seasoned business and technology strategist with over two decades of experience in sectors like cleantech, aerospace, healthcare, and manufacturing. As the co-founder of Circles of AI, he empowers non-technical business leaders to leverage generative AI through practical learning experiences, simplifying complex technologies into accessible, actionable strategies. With a track record of developing training programs for sectors such as cleantech and healthcare, James has served as an Executive in Residence at Foresight Canada, delivering courses on market validation, technology commercialization, and IP strategy.

As President of Insightful Innovation, James provides strategic guidance on AI adoption and process automation, ensuring businesses remain competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape. His work with startups through programs like Spring Activator and FoodMesh showcases his ability to guide market assessment, business strategy, and product-market fit. Known for his strategic vision and hands-on approach, James excels at translating intricate technologies into valuable learning experiences, enabling business leaders to confidently implement AI strategies that drive growth and innovation.