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SUMMARY:AI for Leaders: Clarity\, Risk\, and a Practical Starting Point
DESCRIPTION:AI training for Leaders: you don’t need to know everything about AI so this session will just give you what you need to make decisions\n\n\nLet’s get you ready to lead with AI in 2026. AI is moving fast\, but most leaders are making decisions with an incomplete understanding of what it is and what it can really do—fueling fear\, resistance\, and stalled momentum. This morning session demystifies AI by starting where most events don’t: the fundamentals. \nWe’ll break down what AI actually is\, how it works in practical terms\, and why it’s different from previous technology shifts—so you can lead with clarity instead of hype (or hesitation). Then we’ll translate that foundation into a simple\, HumAIn-first approach you can apply immediately. \nYou’ll leave with: \n\nA leader-friendly explanation of what AI is and how it works (beyond “ChatGPT”)\n\nClear language and definitions that your team can align around\n\nA practical view of where AI creates real value in knowledge work—and where it doesn’t\n\nA HumAIn-first approach to reducing fear and resistance through trust and transparency\n\n\nA clear first-step plan: where to start\, what to avoid\, and how to move responsibly \n \nWho’s leading this This session is facilitated by Softway’s HumAIn First team—leaders who help organizations navigate complex change across technology\, culture\, and communications. \nFacilitators: \n\nMohammad Anwar (ALF Class 59)\n\nChris Pitre (ALF Class 62)\n\nJeff Ma (ALF Class 64)\n\nFrank Danna (ALF Class 65)\n\n\nSoftway is a people-first consulting firm focused on AI transformation—helping leaders adopt AI in ways that are practical\, responsible\, and aligned to how humans actually work.
URL:https://www.alfhouston.com/event/ai-for-leaders-clarity-risk-and-a-practical-starting-point/
LOCATION:Amegy Bldg on Main | The Exchange Conference Rm | 11th Floor\, 1801 Main Street\, Houston\, TX 77002\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, US
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SUMMARY:HumAIn-First AI Transformation Workshop
DESCRIPTION:A Softway Initiative in partnership with ALF Houston\, a workshop redefining leadership\nin the age of AI.\n\n\nStart the year with AI clarity and traction: understand how it works in the morning\, then build real outputs in a guided hackathon. \nHere’s the reality: leaders know AI is transformative—and not going away. But many don’t know how to put it to work responsibly\, securely\, and at scale. The result is predictable: fear\, misinformation\, security anxiety\, and pilots that never turn into sustained momentum. \nThis full-day experience gives you both the foundation and the repetitions to lead with confidence. \nIn the morning\, we demystify AI by giving you an overview—what it is\, how it works\, and why it’s unlike past tech shifts—so leaders can make better decisions and communicate clearly in the middle of rapid change. \nIn the afternoon\, you’ll apply that understanding in a guided hackathon where you get hands-on with tools in a safe\, sandbox environment and produce tangible outputs you can bring back to your organization. \nYou’ll walk away with: \n\nA practical understanding of AI fundamentals (so decisions aren’t driven by hype or fear)\nA shared vocabulary and simple decision filters leaders can use immediately\nA HumAIn-first approach that builds trust and reduces resistance\nA pilot-ready path: selecting use cases\, setting guardrails\, and creating momentum\nHands-on reps with tools—and real outputs you can bring back to your org\n\n \nThis event is proudly co-hosted by American Leadership Forum and Softway\, uniting two communities committed to business and leadership transformation. \nSoftway\, is a people-first consulting firm that helps businesses truly transform in areas of technology\, communications\, and culture. They have led enterprise leaders\, Fortune 500 executives\, and high-growth founders through complex change journeys\, equipping them to lead with confidence in times of uncertainty. \nFour leaders from Softway will be your facilitators for the event: \nMohammad Anwar ALF Class 59 \nChris Pitre ALF Class 62 \nJeff Ma ALF Class 64 \nFrank Danna ALF Class 65 \n \nHumAIn First is Softway’s human-first approach to AI transformation\, ensuring that technology serves humanity rather than replaces it. Through thought-provoking discussions\, real-world examples\, and interactive exercises\, you’ll uncover how to lead with empathy while embracing the opportunities of AI. Together\, we’ll explore how trust\, accountability\, and connection can amplify the power of technology rather than diminish it. You’ll leave with practical tools to spark change in your organization and the confidence to navigate transformation with both head and heart. \nTaking place at Amegy on Main in downtown Houston\, the workshop begins with breakfast at 8:30am before diving into a day of learning\, collaboration\, and growth. Sessions will run from 9am to 4pm\, with breakfast\, lunch\, and snacks provided to keep you energized. We invite you to join us for this unique opportunity to connect with peers\, challenge assumptions\, and reimagine what’s possible when humanity leads the way in transformation. \nOpen to leaders from every function and industry\, no technical expertise required. \n \nNote: By RSVPing\, you understand and agree that photos and/or videos may be taken at the event\, which may be used in future marketing materials.
URL:https://www.alfhouston.com/event/humain-first-ai-transformation-workshop/
LOCATION:Amegy Bldg on Main | The Exchange Conference Rm | 11th Floor\, 1801 Main Street\, Houston\, TX 77002\, Houston\, TX\, 77002\, US
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