# Event Details - **Event Name**: Breaking Barriers of AI: A Guide for Knoxville Business Leaders - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 29 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Thu, 29 Jan, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: A practical AI session helping Knoxville business leaders understand where and how to use AI, without complexity and tech overwhelm.About this EventFree Local Event for Business  Owners & LeadersAI is changing business fast, but most Knoxville companies still feel unsure where to start. In this short, powerful session, you’ll learn how to remove the biggest barriers slowing you and your team down and how to use AI + modern management to grow faster in 2026.Free Local Event for Business Owners & LeadersAI is everywhere right now.But most business leaders are asking the same questions:Is AI really relevant for my business?Where do I even start?How do I use AI without breaking what already works?This free, local event is designed specifically for Knoxville business owners and leaders who want clarity, not complexity.No tech jargon.No pressure to “become an IT expert.”Just clear, practical guidance you can actually use.What You Will Learn✔ What AI really is (in plain English)No technical terms. No hype. Just a clear explanation of what AI can and cannot do for a business like yours.✔ How business leaders use AI on a daily basisSimple, practical examples you can apply immediately, even if you’ve never used AI before.✔ Where AI actually helps in a business (and where it doesn’t)So you don’t waste time, money, or energy on tools you don’t need.✔ How AI saves time without replacing peopleHow leaders use AI to reduce manual work, support teams, and free up time for better decisions.✔ The biggest mistakes business owners make with AIAnd how to avoid costly experiments, confusion, and frustration.✔ How to start small and safelyWhat to try first, what to ignore, and how to move forward without risk or overwhelm.✔ How AI fits into modern leadership and managementAI as a support for clarity, communication, and focus, not another system to manage.✔ What to focus on in the next 30–90 daysClear priorities so you leave knowing exactly what to do next.What This Session Is NOT❌ Not technical❌ Not about coding❌ Not about replacing your team❌ Not about buying expensive softwareBring your leadership team or a colleague. We’re limiting the event to 50 participants to keep it practical and interactive. Pizza and drinks included.? Meet Your SpeakersLeif Becker3× world record holder, motivational speaker, and advisor for leaders who want to break through mental and operational barriers inside their businesses.Marina AlexFounder of The SWAY Academy. Modern management expert who has helped SMBs across 21 countries streamline operations, increase revenue, and adopt AI with confidence.Together, they combine inspiration + practical tools — a unique format that changes how leaders think and act. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/knoxville/breaking-barriers-of-ai-a-guide-for-knoxville-business-leaders/100001980047347919 - **Event Categories**: it - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Knoxville - **state**: TN - **country**: United States - **location**: 11600 S Northshore Dr - **lat**: 35.8488681 - **long**: -84.1508406 - **full address**: 11600 S Northshore Dr, 11600 South Northshore Drive, Knoxville, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Breaking Barriers of AI: A Guide for Knoxville Business Leaders - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/8429c1ad6fdab5e115230b891c4ed19ce0bc914c8939a0ddded129863a82338a-rimg-w1200-h601-dc09083f-gmir.png?v=1768127051 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Breaking Barriers of AI: A Guide for Knoxville Business Leaders being held? - **A:** Breaking Barriers of AI: A Guide for Knoxville Business Leaders takes place on Thu, 29 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 29 Jan, 2026 at 08:00 pm at 11600 S Northshore Dr, 11600 South Northshore Drive, Knoxville, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Breaking Barriers of AI: A Guide for Knoxville Business Leaders? - **A:** Breaking Barriers of AI: A Guide for Knoxville Business Leaders is organized by Marina Alex. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Breaking Barriers of AI: A Guide for Knoxville Business Leaders is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Knoxville, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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