Introduction to the Potential of AI – UVM PACE

Professional and Continuing Education at the University of Vermont (UVM PACE) is offering this free, on-site introduction to the potential of AI in business and manufacturing and its impact on your business, in partnership with StartUp Rutland. This session will be held in the Workforce in Motion Streetside Conference Center at The Hub CoWorks on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. This course will include:

• Brief overview of Text, Image, and Video AI technologies reshaping industries: ChatGPT 5, DALL-E 3 , Midjourney, Descript, VEO 3, NotebookLM, and other AI tools.
  * ChatGPT Personal Setup: Custom instructions, memory settings, folder organization
  * NotebookLM SetUp: Document analysis, research workflows, content synthesis
  * Live Demo: Alec’s actual workspace tour + step-by-step setup replication
• Challenges and solutions for AI adoption in the business sector, with a focus on security, bias, and cost concerns.
• A dive into Large Language Models (LLMs), examining their capabilities and applications in the business world.
• Case studies highlighting successful AI integration in business and manufacturing and engineering.
• Strategic advice for businesses on leveraging AI to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Strategies for integrating AI into business processes, overcoming challenges, and fostering innovation.
• Guidance on implementing AI solutions, including selection, integration, and security best practices.
• The importance of ethical considerations and responsible AI use in business practices.
• Continuous testing and learning are essential for staying competitive in a rapidly evolving AI landscape.
• Frameworks for Antifragil Leadership in the Age of AI
  * Map AI disruptions to your org capabilities—identify fragile vs. antifragile practices
  * Example Upskilling Framework



REGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP HERE


For all questions, please contact an enrollment coach at [email protected] or call (802) 656-2085.