Dena Neek

Workshops & Speaking

I deliver high-impact workshops focused on applied AI for business leaders, operators, and teams. These sessions are built to replace hype with clarity—equipping decision-makers with a real understanding of how AI fits their business, where to start, and what it takes to move forward.

Whether you’re exploring AI adoption or struggling to scale what you’ve started, my workshops offer real-world frameworks, custom use cases, and actionable insights your team can apply immediately.

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Trusted by Leading Organizations and Businesses Across the U.S.

I’ve delivered AI workshops in partnership with:

🔘 Enterprise Minnesota
🔘 Hospitality Minnesota
🔘 Bowling Proprietors Association
🔘 Regional Economic Development Organizations in PNW
🔘 Hospitality Groups in Southern States

These sessions have equipped leadership teams, business owners, and operations managers with clarity, direction, and practical applications.

Workshop Tracks

AI Readiness

Lay the foundation. Understand what’s needed before you build.

Applied AI & Workflow Automation

Tactical, operational use cases your team can deploy quickly.

Roadmap to an AI-First Company

Build for the long game—AI as part of your operating system.

🔹 Track 1: AI Readiness

Lay the foundation. Understand what’s needed before you build.

  • What AI is—and what it isn’t
  • AI vs automation: what’s the difference?
  • Assessing your systems, data, and internal capabilities
  • Common risks and blockers in early-stage adoption

🔹 Track 2: Applied AI & Workflow Automation

Tactical, operational use cases your team can deploy quickly.

  • Automating repetitive tasks with AI
  • Capturing internal knowledge and turning it into action
  • Choosing tools and systems that fit your size and goals
  • Real examples across operations, training, and customer experience

🔹 Track 3: Roadmap to an AI-First Company

Build for the long game—AI as part of your operating system.

  • Creating an AI adoption roadmap that scales
  • Building internal literacy across teams
  • Embedding AI into decision-making and team workflows
  • Governance, sustainability, and avoiding vendor dependence

Delivery Formats

I tailor each session to the audience and setting:

  • Keynote Talks (30–60 minutes)
  • Interactive Workshops (90 minutes – Half Day)
  • Multi-Session Series (For teams or departments)
  • Virtual or In-Person

All sessions are designed in plain language, with clear takeaways and zero fluff.

Who It’s For

  • Mid-market companies ready to apply AI with intention
  • Executive and operations teams seeking clarity and action
  • Industry associations supporting member innovation
  • Economic development groups building regional capability

What Makes These Workshops Different

  • Real frameworks, not generic tech talks
  • Business-first language—no jargon, no overload
  • Use cases drawn from your industry and pain points
  • Delivered by a founder and AI strategist with hands-on experience across startups, enterprise, and economic development work

What People Say

Tom V.

Franchise Operator, National Hospitality Brand

“We’ve had other speakers talk about AI before—but this was the first time it clicked. Dena helped our team understand where to start, what to avoid, and how to use AI without losing control. Everyone walked away with something they could act on.”

Steve H.

Business growth consultant with Enterprise Minnesota

“Dena’s workshop was a game changer for our audience. She explained the difference between automation, AI, and generative AI in a way that was clear, engaging, and immediately relevant. I’ve never received this much positive feedback from our manufacturing leadership group.”

Lena R.

Event Host, Washington State Economic Development Forum

“What stood out was how practical and grounded Dena’s session was. It wasn’t about tech trends—it was about what our business owners could actually do next. She translated complex topics into clear takeaways, and the engagement in the room was real.”

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Let’s talk about what would be most valuable for your audience.

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