Ai Workshop – Prompt Engineering for Executives and Business Leaders

Presenter: John Qualls

Event Description:

This workshop will surely be one of the special highlights of Business Showcase Week.
This session is designed to introduce business leaders to the practical applications of AI through the lens of Prompt Engineering. Participants will learn how to effectively communicate with AI tools to generate solutions tailored to their business needs, whether automating routine tasks, streamlining operations, or brainstorming creative strategies. By the end of the workshop, attendees will understand the fundamentals of AI Prompt Engineering and leave with actionable insights they can implement immediately.

Desired Outcomes:

• Understand how AI can be applied to real-world business challenges.
• Gain hands-on experience in crafting prompts to leverage AI tools effectively.
• Walk away with a clear plan for integrating AI solutions into their business operations.

Key Takeaways:

• Refine Prompting Techniques: Learn how to create effective prompts for ChatGPT and other LLMs to get precise and useful outputs.
• Understand AI Fundamentals: Get a solid understanding of AI concepts and their relevance to your business.
• Strategic Implementation: Discover how to integrate AI and prompting processes into your business strategy.
• Real-World Applications: See how AI and prompt mastery are applied across industries to address real challenges.

This event is free to attend, but registration is required and will be limited to the first 50 people to register.

About our Special Presenter:John Qualls, a self-proclaimed “world purpose maker” and passionate AI enthusiast, has spent decades at the forefront of leadership, technology, and workforce development. From his early days leading tech teams in the U.S. Marine Corps to transforming companies as the CEO of PurposeHQ, John has consistently driven innovation by linking individual purpose with organizational growth. Today, as the Executive Director of Blaizing Academy, he leads initiatives to enhance AI literacy and workforce readiness, empowering leaders and entrepreneurs to harness the potential of artificial intelligence for impactful change.

John’s career is a tapestry of high-impact roles—leading AI training programs, fostering talent optimization, and shaping the future of education at institutions like Eleven Fifty Academy and IWU Accelerator. His mission is simple but powerful: to help leaders and educators navigate the seismic shifts AI is creating in industries worldwide. With his hands firmly on the pulse of AI, John provides insightful perspectives on how these technologies will reshape leadership, entrepreneurship, and workforce strategies in the coming decade.

A decorated veteran, serial entrepreneur, and advocate for AI-driven purposes, John’s speaking engagements are an engaging blend of practical insight, forward-thinking strategy, and a dash of humor. He’s known for making complex topics not only accessible but downright fascinating. Whether you’re looking to inspire your team or explore AI’s implications on the future of work, John’s talks are sure to leave you ready to embrace the AI revolution.

In addition to his professional endeavors, John is committed to the idea that every individual and company has a unique purpose—and that technology, when used wisely, can help unlock it. With accolades like “40 Under 40” and leading one of Indiana’s fastest-growing companies, John’s track record speaks for itself. But don’t just read about it—hear him in person and prepare to rethink how AI can shape the future of leadership and work.

Again, attending is free, but registration is required.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Innovation Connector, 1208 West White River Boulevard, Muncie, United States