What is the AI Business Learning Connector?
The AI Business Learning Connector is your gateway to understanding and leveraging artificial intelligence for business success. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business leader, or professional looking to integrate AI into your operations, this learning platform provides practical, hands-on training to help you stay ahead in an evolving digital landscape.
Start with a free introductory course to grasp the fundamentals of AI and its business applications. From there, you’ll have the opportunity to deepen your knowledge with advanced courses or purchase a series of lessons tailored for your business team.
Upcoming Workshops
- Dec. 19 | 9:00 – 10:00 AM
- AI in Action: Safe, Responsible, and Secure Use of Generative AI
Presenter: David ColganThis 1-hour session explores the core security dimensions of AI usage, including data protection, bias mitigation, hallucination risk, critical-thinking practices, and organizational AI policies. You’ll learn how to keep AI outputs accurate, secure, and compliant while still enabling teams to innovate with confidence. Perfect for anyone deploying AI in professional settings.
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- Jan. 9, 2026 | 9:00 – 10:00 AM
- AI in Action: Five Ways to Get More From AI Image Generation with Google’s Nano Banana Pro
Presenter: Ryan HunterGet an overview of five different ways to leverage Google Gemini’s Nano Banana Pro for creative and practical results. Whether you’re exploring ideas, producing content, or experimenting with visuals, this session shows how to tap into the tool’s capabilities with ease.
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- Jan. 23, 2026 | 9:00 – 10:00 AM
- Inside Claude Code – A Practical Deep Dive for Developers
Presenter: David ColganThis session offers a hands-on walkthrough of Claude Code, Anthropic’s AI-powered coding environment designed to enhance developer productivity. Explore how Claude analyzes multi-file repositories, generates and refactors code, explains complex logic, creates tests, and assists with debugging. We’ll break down effective prompting patterns, show real examples of iterative code collaboration, and demonstrate how Claude Code fits naturally into modern engineering workflows. Perfect for developers looking to accelerate problem-solving and streamline daily coding tasks.
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- Feb. 27, 2026 | 9:00 – 10:00 AM
- Notebook LM – An Overview for Educators and Students
Presenter: Ryan HunterThis session explores how Notebook LM can enhance learning, research, and content creation. We’ll walk through practical examples of using AI to organize information, synthesize complex topics, and support both teaching and studying in more efficient, engaging ways.
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AI in Action: Marketing Made Easy with Canva AI Tools
Held on Friday, October 24 · 9 – 10am
Facilitator: Jaclyn Oler – Marketing Manager, Small Engine Warehouse, Inc.
Cost: FREE
Designing professional marketing materials doesn’t have to be complicated—or expensive. Canva’s AI-powered tools make it easier than ever for small businesses and nonprofits to create polished content that saves time and stays on brand.
The Innovation Connector hosted AI in Action: Marketing Made Easy with Canva AI Tools, an interactive workshop that showed attendees how to harness Canva’s AI features to simplify their marketing efforts.
Jaclyn Oler, Marketing Manager at Small Engine Warehouse, Inc., guided participants through hands-on strategies for creating high-quality visuals that fit any budget.
What Attendees Learned:
AI in Action: Tracking and Improving Marketing ROI
Held on Friday, September 26 · 9 – 10am
On September 26, 2025, the Innovation Connector hosted AI in Action: Tracking and Improving Marketing ROI, led by Matt Wenger, Lead Generation & Direct Mail Specialist. The free workshop gave small businesses and nonprofits practical strategies and tools to better track advertising spend, measure ROI, and pinpoint which campaigns make the greatest impact. Participants left with clearer insights into how to ensure their marketing dollars work harder and smarter.
What Attendees Experienced:
Our First Workshop —AI Tools for Business: Practical Strategies That Work
Held on Thursday, April 24th, 2025
2 Sessions Held: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM & 1:00 – 3:30 PM
On Thursday, April 24th, The Innovation Connector, in partnership with Shafer Leadership Academy, hosted a FREE engaging and interactive AI Tools for Business workshop—designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, and business leaders interested in harnessing the power of artificial intelligence.
What Attendees Experienced:
The workshop featured two sessions to accommodate busy schedules—one in the morning and one in the afternoon—with a networking lunch offered in between. This wasn’t just another lecture; attendees participated in hands-on learning, collaborative discussions, and practical insights tailored to their industries.
Whether participants were new to AI or looking to advance their knowledge, the workshop provided actionable strategies to stay ahead in today’s evolving business landscape.
Stay tuned for more AI-focused events and learning opportunities!
For any questions, please contact Natalie Smith at nsmith@innovationconnector.com, or call 765-216-5900.
Why should I participate in the AI Business Learning Connector?
AI is transforming industries at an unprecedented rate, and businesses that embrace this technology gain a competitive edge. By participating in the AI Business Learning Connector, you will:
Demystify AI
Understand what AI is and how it works.
See AI in Action
Explore cutting-edge AI tools revolutionizing businesses.
Learn Through Real-World Case Studies
See how organizations successfully implement AI strategies.
Apply AI to Your Business
Engage in hands-on strategy sessions to brainstorm AI applications for your company.
Stay Competitive
Gain knowledge and skills to integrate AI solutions into your operations effectively.
Components of the AI Business Learning Connector
The AI Business Learning Connector is designed for flexibility and scalability, allowing both individuals and businesses to benefit from AI education.