The straight goods on getting your team & members from AI-curious to AI-confident.

You know you need to get your team up to speed on AI, but let's be honest, the options out there are a bit of a dog's breakfast. From boring webinars to confusing tech-speak, it's hard to know where to start. Relax. I've built a clear, no-BS playbook designed for Canadian organizations. No fluff, no theory—just practical training that gets results.

Tired of "Training" that misses the mark?

You've sat through them. The jargon-filled webinars from some big-city consultant who doesn't get your world. The ones that are all theory and no action, leaving your team more confused than when they started. You need training that's built for your reality, delivered by someone who's actually been in the trenches with organizations like yours.

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Our core training programs

Here are the three proven formats for getting your team from AI-curious to AI-confident.

The Puck Drop: The "AI That Actually Works" Session

Best for turning skeptics into believers, fast.

Picture this: in just 60 minutes, the most hesitant person on your team has their "holy smokes, I can actually use this" moment. That's what this session does. It's a high-energy, hands-on tour of 5 simple AI tools that will have your team buzzing with ideas and saving time by that afternoon. It's the perfect first step.

Investment: $525 (+ travel)

The Power Play: The Half-Day Skills Workshop

Best for getting your hands dirty and building real solutions.

This is where we go from "playing around" to getting serious results. We'll roll up our sleeves and build the actual AI workflows your team needs to solve your biggest headaches. Think of it as a barn raising for your business processes—everyone pitches in, and you end up with something strong, sturdy, and built to last.

Investment: $2,800 (+ travel)

The Hat Trick: The Custom Workshop Series

Best for organizations ready to make AI a core part of their culture.

This isn't just training; it's a culture shift. Over a series of deep-dive workshops, we'll turn your team into a self-sufficient AI powerhouse. We'll go from foundational tools to building your own "AI Employees," fundamentally changing how you operate. It's the path to true, long-term competitive advantage.

Investment: $5,000 (+ travel)

Need the expert in your corner?

Sometimes the whole team doesn't need a workshop; you need a dedicated expert to solve a specific, high-stakes problem. That's where I come in.

Option 1

The 1-Hour AI Power Session
($500)

Got one big, ugly, hairy problem you can't solve? A marketing campaign that's stalled? An operational bottleneck that's driving you nuts? Book this session. We'll put on a pot of coffee, get on a call, and solve it. You'll walk away with a clear, actionable plan. No fluff, just focused results.

Option 2

AI Adoption & Brand Strategy
(Starts at $5,000)

This is for leaders who are ready to stop dabbling and start dominating. We're not just talking about tools; we're building the entire strategic foundation for your company's future with AI. This is where we build your Master Plan. It's the highest level of strategic partnership I offer.

Find your spot on the bench

Around here, one size fits... well, one. The challenges of a Chamber are a whole different hockey game than a Downtown BIA's. Pick your player below to see the specific AI playbook I've built just for your world.

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Enterprises

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Not sure where to start? No worries, eh?

Feeling like you're trying to choose between a toque, a canoe, and a double-double? It's okay. The best first step is always a simple conversation.

Let's hop on a quick, no-pressure discovery call. We'll chat about your goals, and I'll give you my honest recommendation on the best path forward for your organization.

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“Rob held an online webinar with Nanton Chamber members and other businesses last night. The session was super informative. Even though I’ve been doing social media for many years, I still learned new things I had never heard of before….

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Nanton Chamber

“Rob did an AWESOME presentation on Google Advertising. It was very clear and easy to follow, as someone who is just starting to advertise their business, I came out of this presentation prepared and much more confident.”

Olen Hillaby

Small Business Owner

“I found this a very interesting webinar. Informative, good information, well presented and from a relaxed teaching perspective. Which made the whole experience enjoyable.”

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Small Business Owner

The Straight Goods: Your Questions Answered.

Here are a few questions that usually come up.

My members aren't very tech-savvy. Will this be too complicated for them?

I hear this one all the time, and it's a great question. The answer is no. My entire approach is built for people who don't have a computer science degree. We skip the complex theory and focus on simple, practical tools. My rule is this: if your members can write an email or a Facebook post, they have all the technical skills they need to get huge value from my sessions.

We've sat through boring tech webinars before. How is this different?

Because I've sat through them too, and I promise you this is the exact opposite. This isn't a lecture; it's a hands-on, interactive working session. It's high-energy, packed with "aha!" moments, and focuses 100% on the practical tools your members can use the second they get back to their office. It's more like a fun, collaborative jam session than a boring university class.

What's the real ROI here? How do I justify this to my board?

That's the million-dollar question, isn't it? The ROI is twofold. First, there's the hard-dollar value of time saved. If 50 members attend a workshop and each learn how to save just 2 hours a week, that's 100 hours of productive time poured back into your local economy every single week. Second, the ROI for your organization is in delivering tangible, modern value that keeps your members engaged and proves to your board that you are a forward-thinking, indispensable community leader.

This sounds great, but how much work is it for me to organize? I'm already swamped.

I get it. Your plate is already full. That's why I make it incredibly easy for you. When you book a session, I provide you with a complete Member Marketing Kit. It includes a ready-to-use email announcement, social media posts, and an event description you can copy and paste directly into your system. My goal is to make you look like a hero with minimal effort on your part.

What happens after the workshop? Is there any ongoing support?

Absolutely. Every workshop attendee gets access to a one-page "cheat sheet" of the key tools and prompts we covered. They're also invited to subscribe to my "Eh-I" newsletter for ongoing tips. For organizations that want a deeper, ongoing partnership, my consulting and strategy sessions are the perfect next step to continue the journey.

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Ready to empower your members with the skills they need?

Let's chat. A 15-minute discovery call is all it takes to build a plan that delivers real value to your community and solidifies your role as a forward-thinking leader.