Generative AI Day 4

Boost Your Project Management Skills with Generative AI!

Are you a project manager or a related professional eager to harness the power of the next tech revolution?

Join our panel of experts for a full day of live virtual AI training specific to project professionals.

Learn new AI skills and get a jump start on the AI adoption revolution!

Why Register?

Practical Training: Learn hands-on applications of generative AI to supercharge your project's efficiency and impact.
Immediate Implementation: Master tools like ChatGPT and more, equipping you to implement newfound skills right away.
Peer Networking: Forge invaluable connections with like-minded professionals recognizing the game-changing potential of this technology.
Beginner Friendly: No prior AI knowledge? No problem! This session is designed to welcome all proficiency levels.
Valuable Resources: Access to event recordings and a comprehensive resource guide for post-event reference.

$59

Access recordings of all sessions (over 7 hours)
Presentation slides in .pdf format
Chat transcript
AI tools resource guide
25% off any Skills Development Group AI course through June 2025
Access to a Custom GPT "Your Conference Learning Assistant" that you can chat with about the conference content

Loyd Thompson: "Creating PowerPoint Presentations with Generative AI"

Creating PowerPoint presentations using AI is not as simple as it sounds. Despite the hype, there’s much more to it than clicking a button. Generative AI tools require a solid understanding of strategy, design principles, and content flow—things you can’t afford to overlook. I’ve been there, and I’ll show you how to navigate these complexities. In this presentation, I’ll dispel the myths that AI makes everything easy and guide you step-by-step through the process of creating presentations that reflect your personal style and standards. Learn the tips, tricks, and potential pitfalls that come with using AI, so you can craft compelling, professional slides without stumbling through trial and error. By the end, you’ll be equipped with the know-how to create AI-powered PowerPoint presentations that follow your own rules, all while saving yourself the frustration I experienced along the way. Don’t miss out—leverage my hours of experience for faster success!

Samuel Parri: "Gen AI for Project Management: Getting started with AI Concepts, Tools, & Use Cases"

This session is targeted for Project Managers and IT professionals who are on the fence or haven’t yet begun to embrace generative AI tools. Using simple language, Samuel will hope to inspire, motivate, provide a sense of curiosity, and help to create the proper human-AI mindset necessary to enable Project Managers to take that first step forward in a generative AI journey by showing how it is being used in Project Management today and how it will continue to shape Project Managers for years to come. You’ll leave the course understanding key AI tools, use case examples, how ChatBots are being used by Project Managers, and strategies for getting started on how interacting and collaborating with Gen AI tools can improve project outcomes and success in areas such as planning, resource allocation, stakeholder management, and risk management.

Abrar Hashmi: "Empowering Data Governance with Generative AI: Transforming Compliance and Decision-Making

As organizations increasingly rely on data to drive decision-making, the role of effective data governance is paramount. In this session, we explore how generative AI can revolutionize data governance frameworks, enabling more accurate compliance, streamlined data management, and informed decision-making. By integrating generative AI tools, organizations can automate policy generation, enhance data quality assessments, and proactively identify risks. This presentation will cover real-world use cases, including applications in regulated industries like finance and government, and provide actionable insights into leveraging generative AI for a more agile and resilient governance approach.

George Churchwell: "Beyond the Hype: Navigating the Realities of Enterprise AI Adoption"

Artificial Intelligence is often heralded as the game-changer for modern enterprises, but is it as intelligent as the hype suggests? Can you afford AI? What are the “Real Costs”?, What can AI do for your Business? Don’t deploy AI where it will fail, How to identify the winning solutions. This talk will cut through the noise to reveal AI’s true nature as a powerful automation tool that requires thoughtful customization and management. Attendees will gain insights into why AI, including Large Language Models (LLMs) like CoPilot, isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. We’ll explore the challenges of broad-scale AI implementation, from the pitfalls of mass license rollouts to the critical need for employee experimentation. Learn how to tailor AI systems to your enterprise's unique needs, and understand why failing forward with AI requires a strategic approach to truly benefit from its generative potential. Don’t miss this opportunity to separate hype from reality and chart a successful course for AI adoption in your organization.

Chris Knotts: "Applied Generative AI for Project Management"

During this session, Chris Knotts takes a pragmatic look at the impact of generative AI on project management - both on the profession as a whole, and on how PMs do their daily work. Gartner has said that by 2030, AI is projected to automate up to 80% of traditional project management tasks. While Chris doesn't exactly agree with this, big impacts are indeed happening, and project managers must stay ahead of them to stay relevant.

Chris will explore how cognitive automation can be mapped throughout the project management lifecycle, from data collection to reporting and analysis. Attendees will gain insights into practical applications through live demos, including sentiment analysis, image generation, and workflow integration. The session also addresses the strategic implementation of private Large Language Models (LLMs) to comply with corporate policies while leveraging AI capabilities securely. Whether you are new to AI or looking to deepen your existing knowledge, this presentation will equip you with the understanding and tools to lead in the AI-enhanced project management landscape.

Marc Balcer: "Inverting TDD - AI-Generated Tests as Specifications"

TDD—Test-Driven Development (and its related methods BDD and ATDD) have been fundamental to software engineering for years. This talk proposes an innovative twist: use generative AI to invert the TDD process, employing AI-generated test cases to create and refine specifications.

We examine how generative AI tools can create initial test cases from broad problem concepts. These AI-generated tests, after human expert review and refinement, become a powerful mechanism for clarifying and detailing specifications. This approach enables a novel reverse approach, using tests to uncover nuances and edge cases often missed in conventional specification methods.

The presentation covers:

● Theoretical underpinnings of this inverted TDD approach
● Implementation strategies for AI-generated test cases in specification development
● Real-world applications across diverse industries
● Comparative analysis: traditional problem-solving vs. AI-enhanced methods
● Challenges and ethical considerations in adopting this methodology

Attendees will gain insights into a novel problem-solving strategy that combines TDD's rigor with AI's creative potential. This method promises to improve the precision and thoroughness of specifications, potentially transforming approaches to complex challenges in software development and beyond.

Om Hashmi: "Bridging Innovation and Execution: The Technical Program Manager's Role in Gen AI Projects"

In the rapidly evolving landscape of Generative AI, Technical Program Managers (TPMs) are the vital link between groundbreaking innovation and successful execution. This talk delves into how TPMs orchestrate Gen AI projects by ensuring data quality, managing privacy concerns, and overseeing governance frameworks. We will explore the TPM's role in navigating the complexities of Natural Language Processing (NLP) and Computer Vision applications, where large datasets and advanced algorithms intersect. By bridging technical teams and strategic objectives, TPMs enable organizations to harness the full potential of Gen AI technologies while upholding standards in data privacy and ethical governance.

Jonathan Stephens: "Low code, no-code, AI...oh my! Product management in an evolving software development lifecycle"

This beginner-friendly talk explores the evolving landscape of product management through low-code, no-code, and AI technologies. The presentation covers key concepts, popular tools, and how these approaches intersect with Generative AI. It examines the impact on the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), discussing how these technologies are making development more accessible and efficient.

Taher Jamshidi: "Navigating Generative AI in the Public Sector: Challenges, Best Practices, and Emerging Use Cases"

Generative AI is rapidly transforming industries worldwide, but deploying it in the public sector introduces unique challenges and considerations. This session explores how generative AI can enhance public sector missions, navigating critical distinctions between government and commercial applications.

We will explore practical approaches for deploying scalable AI solutions, strategies for managing risk and regulatory compliance, and methods for empowering public sector employees to work effectively alongside AI systems. By examining emerging use cases and discussing areas where generative AI is poised to drive meaningful change, this session will identify those with the greatest potential for adoption and impact in the public sector.

Michael Schank: "Unleashing Digital Twins to Power Operational Excellence"

Digital Twins are a powerful tool in driving operational excellence by leveraging AI-driven, real-time insights and simulations of business processes. A Digital Twin is a virtual model of the real-world environment, which, when combined with an AI-backed engine, can analyze multiple signals within your business to ensure consistent execution, optimal performance, and efficiency. While this solution has been primarily deployed in physical environments like manufacturing, for it to thrive in non-physical environments—such as financial services and back-office functions—a comprehensive model is required to connect the dots, uncover inefficiencies, redundancies, and hidden challenges. A robust Process Inventory is the key to building this model. In this talk, I will explain how process becomes the 'ground truth' for constructing Digital Twins, ultimately powering excellence across key operational measures like efficiency, customer experience, and regulatory compliance.

Michael Schank

Founder and Managing Director

Process Inventory Advisors

Michael is a distinguished thought leader and executive, specializing in addressing Digital Transformation and Operational Excellence challenges through his innovative, process-based framework. With over 25 years of experience in the Financial Services industry, he has primarily served as a management consultant, empowering clients with forward-thinking solutions in technology, process, and risk and spearheading large-scale business and digital transformations. Michael brings a powerful combination of superior sales and delivery skills, having personally sold and delivered over $100M in transformation services. He is the author of the book, ‘Digital Transformation Success,’ in which he introduces his groundbreaking Process Inventory framework. This promises to be a transformative approach to achieving success in the digital era, unlocking unprecedented levels of operational efficiency and strategic alignment. The book is available on Amazon.

Chris Knotts

Principal Consultant

Technology Transformation Strategies

Chris is an experienced leader in enterprise technology with over two decades in training, coaching, and emergent technology enablement, particularly in project management. He excels in creating transformative technology training programs focused on software development, data environments, and agile methodologies. His expertise encompasses enterprise software engineering, advanced analytics, data engineering, and the application of AI and machine learning in business.

George Churchwell

Director Generative AI Solutions

Mt. Tam Innovations LLC

As a visionary in AI LLMs, Prompt Engineering, and AI for Excellence, George has used AI to create new and innovative solutions, including purpose-built GPTs. His creation of AI applications, from sales intelligence scripts targeting a $1 billion market to AI-assisted eLearning content for Cisco, underscores a unique blend of technical prowess and strategic insight. His journey from launching startups to guiding them to successful exits is a testament to his unwavering passion for strategic innovation and steadfast commitment to team building.

Omer Hashmi

Co-Founder

TPM Institute

Om Hashmi is an agile enthusiast and entrepreneur, dedicated to empowering enterprises, teams, and individuals to achieve sustainable and healthy agility. With experience providing training, coaching, and consulting to over 1,500 professionals, Om has a proven track record of optimizing business processes, leading to more efficient operations and significant cost savings. Beginning a career in process design and consulting, Om has managed projects of all sizes and played a key role in multi-million-dollar initiatives. Drawing from diverse global experiences, Om brings a hands-on, results-driven approach to every challenge, ensuring impactful outcomes for clients.

Samuel Parri

Project Management

Mt. Tam Innovations

Samuel's career began at IBM, where he worked in various roles before establishing a Project Management Program Office at a wireless networking company. He then moved to Cisco Systems, taking on Program Management and Customer Success Management positions. Samuel is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) with additional certifications in Customer Success Management, ITIL Foundation, and CoBit. For the past five years, he has been teaching Project Management Certification, Artificial Intelligence courses, and ITIL Foundation Certification courses for O'Reilly Media, as well as Customer Success Specialist Certification courses for Cisco Systems Global Partner ecosystem.

Loyd Thompson

Business Process Analyst

Mt. Tam Innovations, LLC

A technology leader passionate about AI, Loyd leverages his experience at Raytheon, Cisco, and MetLife to craft human-centric solutions. He bridges the gap between innovative thinking and practical knowledge, to empower people - customers, organizations, and teams - to unlock new possibilities and tackle real-world challenges in the workplace.

Abrar Hashmi

Founder & Chief Evangelist

Agile Brains Consulting

Abrar Hashmi is the Chief Agile evangelist and Founder of Agile Brains Consulting Inc. He has assisted in value-based delivery transformations in various Fortune 500 companies and is a regular speaker at leadership conferences. Creator of the Titan Business award-winning proprietary framework "ABC" which starts with an organizational assessment (A) followed by brainstorming (B) solutions with Coaching (C) support to help deliver business value to customers, Abrar routinely coaches executives on principles of value-delivery, innovation and artificial intelligence. He has trained and coached thousands globally and helps organizations embrace a culture of fearlessness and innovation. Abrar is the 40 under 40 winner from Philadelphia Business Journal and Drexel University. His company, Agile Brains has been listed as an INC 5000 winner for one of the fastest growing private companies in the United States for years in a row. He was listed by Forbes in the Next 1000 leadership list last year.

Jonathan Stephens

Product Development & Organizational Design Consultant

Jonathan Stephens is a product and design leader with over 15 years of experience shaping digital products and building high-performing teams. As a former Director at Booking.com and current independent consultant, Jonathan specializes in guiding scale-ups through critical transitions. His expertise spans organizational design, design systems, and leadership development. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Jonathan works with clients worldwide, combining data-driven decision-making with storytelling to foster innovative and inclusive cultures.

Marc Balcer

Knowledge Engineer

SoftEd US

Marc is a recognized expert in information technology and software development, with notable contributions including the creation of TAME, a platform for software test specification and generation. He's also co-authored seminal books on software design and architecture. Marc's agile journey began in 1998, leading a groundbreaking project for a major financial services firm that emphasized adaptability and customer-centricity. Believing in the agile philosophy of experimentation and continuous learning, he remains hands-on in putting theory into practice.

David Mantica

VP & GM

SoftEd US

Drawing from his experience in successfully building a B2B training firm, growing it from scratch to $13M in seven years. His work at SoftEd helps organizations not only cope but thrive even with the ever-changing demands and complexities of modern business.

Lara Hill

VP Marketing

SoftEd US

Lara has spent 15 years leading marketing strategy for various ecommerce and tech startups, emphasizing adaptability and value delivery. Her focus extends to advocating for AI literacy and ethical AI practices, ensuring a balanced integration of technology with a human touch in marketing strategies. She consults with organizations to assist leaders in strategically enhancing their digital presence through personal branding and content creation.

Taher Jamshidi, Ph D.

Managing Director

Alpha AI

Taher Jamshidi is the Managing Director of AlphaAI, bringing over 15 years of expertise in strategy, innovation, and advanced analytics & AI. With a proven track record across Fortune 100 companies and the public sector, Taher has consistently driven transformative outcomes by solving complex challenges through cutting-edge technology. His leadership extends to board-level positions, including serving as a member of the Analytics Certification Board, and as an advisor to a quantum computing company.

$59

Access recordings of all sessions (over 7 hours)
Presentation slides in .pdf format
Chat transcript
AI tools resource guide
25% off any Skills Development Group AI course through June 2025
Access to a Custom GPT "Your Conference Learning Assistant" that you can chat with about the conference content

Access all the recordings and resources from our 4th GenAI Day held Oct. 30, 2024:

GenAI Enterprise Adoption:

Tools, Use Cases, and Missteps

Boost Your Project Management Skills with Generative AI!

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Meet The Experts Who Will Help Prepare You For What's Next

Michael Schank

Chris Knotts

George Churchwell

Omer Hashmi

Samuel Parri

Loyd Thompson

Abrar Hashmi

Jonathan Stephens

Marc Balcer

David Mantica

Lara Hill

Taher Jamshidi, Ph D.

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