AI Fluent Leaders
A straightforward webinar series on AI for business leaders — what it actually does, where the risks are, and what you need to know to lead the conversation at your organization.
Watch Session 1AI Foundations for Leaders: What Matters, What Doesn't, and What's Next
Brian Ford
Brian walks through the current state of AI adoption, cuts through the noise, and shares a practical framework for thinking about AI at your organization.
58% of small businesses are already using generative AI. But most of that adoption is happening without leadership's knowledge — employees using free tools to get through their day, with nobody asking what data goes in or who sees it.
This session covers what business leaders actually need to understand about AI right now. Not the hype, not the technical deep-dive — just the practical knowledge that helps you make better decisions and ask better questions.
What's covered
- The real state of AI adoption — what's actually happening inside businesses right now, and why "we'll get to it eventually" is already behind
- Key terms without the jargon — LLMs, generative AI, hallucinations, agentic AI, and data governance explained in plain language
- Three myths holding leaders back — including the one that sounds responsible but actually creates more risk
- Where AI helps vs. where it doesn't — a clear framework for identifying the right use cases
- The free AI tool problem — why what your team is doing on ChatGPT might be a data issue waiting to happen
- A 30-day action plan — practical steps you can start on right away
Who this is for
Built for the people making the decisions
No technical background needed. If you're the one deciding where AI fits at your organization, this is for you.
Owners & Executives
Your team is already using AI with or without a plan. This gives you the knowledge to lead that conversation.
Ops & Department Leads
You'll decide where AI fits into daily workflows. Get a clear framework for the right use cases.
Compliance-Minded Leaders
AI introduces risk vectors most frameworks haven't addressed yet. Know what's changing so you can stay ahead.
Also in the series
Session 2 is available now
Once you've got the foundation, this one covers the security side — what AI means for your data.
Session 2
AI Security Essentials: Your Data Wasn't Built for This
What happens when tools like Microsoft Copilot can search your entire environment with a single question? This session covers the hidden permissions gaps AI exposes and where to start addressing them. Non-technical and built for leaders.