AI for the Rest of Us Half Day Conference

Welcome to the AI for the Rest of Us Half Day Conference! Join us at The Minnesota Vikings Museum for a fun and informative event all about artificial intelligence. Whether you're a beginner or an expert in AI, this conference is designed for everyone. Learn from industry experts, network with like-minded individuals, and gain valuable insights into the world of AI. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to expand your knowledge and grow your skills in AI. See you there!

Info: More than just checking in! Network, explore, learn and share!



Registration and Breakfast: Check in, get informed for the day, and get fueled up!



The Vikings Museum: Event attendance includes complimentary same-day admission to the Viking Museum! Take a walk through and experience Minnesota Vikings History before, during or after the event!



Networking Learning Tables: Pull up a chair and join the conversation at open networking tables! This unstructured time is just for you! Meet one another, and begin sharing questions and experiences! Table hosts with deep knowledge and experience in AI tools and use cases help facilitate networking and can help answer questions!

Info: When most conferences promise networking, you get awkward small talk and useless business cards. Kelly Jahner-Byrne flips the script.

The pre-game starts at 8:45, with guided networking tips!

In this high-energy kickoff at 9:00, you'll build your Personal AI Power Network—real experts who become your go-to people for tough questions, collaboration opportunities, and career acceleration.

The power of AI is helping us work and innovate more effectively with other humans. The real power of this conference isn't just the content—it's the shared experience with other leaders in this room.

You'll walk out with more than knowledge—you'll have a network of AI practitioners genuinely invested in your success.

Info: Bombarded with new AI tools and tricks every day? Same.


Maybe you’ve dabbled. Maybe you’re all in. Either way, the best learning doesn’t happen alone—it happens when curious people get in a room, roll up their sleeves, and share what’s actually working.


In this lively, hands-on session, Lori Ryan brings her signature real-talk approach to how teams can use ChatGPT (and tools like it) to work smarter—not harder. We’ll cover what’s new, what matters, and how to unleash those AI-powered superpowers across your team or department.



What we’ll dig into:



The difference between personal and team accounts (and why it matters)

How Custom GPTs can save your team time and stress

What’s fresh in AI right now—and what’s just noise


Expect demos, real examples, and simple tips you can put to use right away. Bring your laptop if you want to follow along, or just kick back and soak it in. You’ll leave with practical tools, not just big ideas.

Info: Panel Discussion + Live Q&A


What does AI actually look like inside real organizations today? In this panel, you'll hear directly from business leaders about how they're using AI right now—not in theory, but in the thick of daily work. From streamlining hiring to supercharging presentations, we’ll explore what’s working, what’s tricky, and how execs are bringing their teams along for the ride.


Moderated by Jeni Cleveland (OneDigital) and Cory Schmidt (Workday), this session features 40–45 minutes of candid, moderator-led conversation, followed by 15–20 minutes of audience Q&A.

Have a question in mind? Submit to us in advance, especially if you're wondering whether other teams are dealing with the same stuff you are.

No hype. Just helpful insights from people leading the charge.

Info: The future of leadership isn't about replacing human judgment—it's about amplifying it. While your competitors struggle with AI implementation, forward-thinking leaders are using it strategically to reclaim their most valuable asset: time to lead.

In this executive session, you'll discover:

Practical examples of how leaders and teams are deploying AI in training and operations to eliminate administrative drain and refocus on high-impact leadership activities

Proven frameworks for maintaining your company's culture and decision-making standards while scaling with AI

A practical roadmap to implement AI tools that enhance—rather than replace—your leadership effectiveness.

Info: Grab lunch with your newest friends!



This informal lunch and learn is designed for networking and peer to peer sharing about what's working, what's not, and what's next!

It's the icing on the AI cake: beyond content, start learning from your AI Power Network right away!

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