Event

From AI curious to AI confident: For founders and small teams

From AI curious to AI confident: For founders and small teams

Event location Business Academy - Online
Event date12/10/2026
Event time10:00 - 11:00
Event categoriesVirtual

You don't need to be technical or adopt every new AI tool to start making useful progress. Designed for founders and small teams, this practical session will explain in plain English what generative AI can and cannot do and help you identify a manageable place to begin. You'll explore how to use AI as a working partner while keeping human judgement firmly in control, set sensible boundaries for safe use and learn how to check AI-generated results. You'll leave with one realistic action to try in your business and a seven-day plan to help build your confidence.

You'll Take Away

  • A plain-English understanding of what generative AI can and cannot do.
  • A simple framework for identifying a useful, low-risk place to start.
  • Practical guidance on using AI safely and checking the results it produces.
  • Greater confidence in using AI while keeping human judgement in control.
  • A seven-day plan for putting your learning into practice.

Meet the Speaker

Kaye Nicholson is the founder of GrowthZone AI, a North East AI consultancy helping businesses and teams use AI in simple, practical and safe ways. With nearly 30 years of business experience, she focuses on applying AI to everyday tasks and workflows. Her calm and accessible approach is designed to help people who don't consider themselves technical move from uncertainty to confident, practical use.

Book Your Place

Book your free place today and take a practical first step towards using AI safely and confidently in your business.

Part of Business Academy

This event is part of Business Academy's programme of free expert-led webinars and on-demand learning designed to help businesses start, grow and develop new skills. From digital marketing and innovation to exporting and business growth, Business Academy connects you with practical advice from industry experts. More than 30,000 businesses across the UK have already benefited from its training and support.