Breaking Barriers of AI: A Guide for Knoxville Business Leaders

Thu Jan 29 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-05:00

11600 S Northshore Dr | Knoxville

Marina Alex
Publisher/HostMarina Alex
Breaking Barriers of AI: A Guide for Knoxville Business Leaders
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A practical AI session helping Knoxville business leaders understand where and how to use AI, without complexity and tech overwhelm.
About this Event

Free Local Event for Business  Owners & Leaders


AI is changing business fast, but most Knoxville companies still feel unsure where to start. In this short, powerful session, you’ll learn how to remove the biggest barriers slowing you and your team down and how to use AI + modern management to grow faster in 2026.


Free Local Event for Business Owners & Leaders

AI is everywhere right now.
But most business leaders are asking the same questions:

  • Is AI really relevant for my business?
  • Where do I even start?
  • How do I use AI without breaking what already works?

This free, local event is designed specifically for Knoxville business owners and leaders who want clarity, not complexity.

No tech jargon.
No pressure to “become an IT expert.”
Just clear, practical guidance you can actually use.



What You Will Learn

What AI really is (in plain English)
No technical terms. No hype. Just a clear explanation of what AI can and cannot do for a business like yours.

How business leaders use AI on a daily basis
Simple, practical examples you can apply immediately, even if you’ve never used AI before.

Where AI actually helps in a business (and where it doesn’t)
So you don’t waste time, money, or energy on tools you don’t need.

How AI saves time without replacing people
How leaders use AI to reduce manual work, support teams, and free up time for better decisions.

The biggest mistakes business owners make with AI
And how to avoid costly experiments, confusion, and frustration.

How to start small and safely
What to try first, what to ignore, and how to move forward without risk or overwhelm.

How AI fits into modern leadership and management
AI as a support for clarity, communication, and focus, not another system to manage.

What to focus on in the next 30–90 days
Clear priorities so you leave knowing exactly what to do next.


What This Session Is NOT
  • ❌ Not technical
  • ❌ Not about coding
  • ❌ Not about replacing your team
  • ❌ Not about buying expensive software


Bring your leadership team or a colleague. We’re limiting the event to 50 participants to keep it practical and interactive. Pizza and drinks included.


🎙 Meet Your Speakers
Leif Becker

3× world record holder, motivational speaker, and advisor for leaders who want to break through mental and operational barriers inside their businesses.


Marina Alex

Founder of The SWAY Academy. Modern management expert who has helped SMBs across 21 countries streamline operations, increase revenue, and adopt AI with confidence.

Together, they combine inspiration + practical tools — a unique format that changes how leaders think and act.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

11600 S Northshore Dr, 11600 South Northshore Drive, Knoxville, United States

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