Venture AI: From Insight to Action

Venture AI is where exploration meets action.

This one-day symposium, hosted by the Side Centre for Entrepreneurial Excellence at Northwestern Polytechnic, is designed for entrepreneurs, managers, and community trailblazers to explore the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and learn how to apply it in practical ways that boost productivity, drive meaningful progress, and move their businesses forward. From trades and agriculture to energy and professional services, the insights shared throughout the day are designed to fuel growth and curiosity at every stage and across every sector.

Whether you're just starting to explore the possibilities of AI or looking to implement it in your operations, you'll gain clarity and confidence through engaging speakers, practical sessions, and expert insights. Participants will leave with real knowledge they can begin applying to their business, no matter the industry or level of experience.

AI is already transforming how the world works. Venture AI will show you how to make it work for you.

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Info: As artificial intelligence moves from buzzword to business imperative, understanding what’s possible - and what’s practical - is essential. In this opening session, Zach will provide a clear, accessible foundation for AI in business. You’ll learn where the world is at with AI development, what’s available to organizations right now, and how Alberta’s businesses can begin their own AI journey with confidence. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to take the next step, this session will ground you in the essential knowledge you need to move from curiosity to capability

Info: How the MD of Greenview positioned itself to land the worlds largest data center development, and what it means for the Grande Prairie Region

Info: Explore how AI is reshaping education, work, and lifelong learning, preparing learners at every stage while ensuring human skills remain at the core.

Info: The future of work isn’t coming - it’s already here. AI is transforming teams, decision-making, and leadership itself. But success in this new era won’t come from replacing people with machines - it will come from reimagining how they work together.

In this high-impact masterclass, you’ll learn how to lead in the age of AI by mastering the art of Human + Machine collaboration. Discover how forward-thinking organizations are building AI-augmented teams, designing ethical AI governance, and redefining talent and leadership strategies for the new workforce.

What You’ll Take Away:
• A future-ready framework for segmenting and developing AI-integrated talent
• Strategies for structuring high-performing Human + Machine teams
• Lessons in ethical AI leadership: bias, transparency, and trust
• Real-world examples of how top companies are navigating the shift to AI-first operations
• Practical tools to build and scale an ethical, adaptable AI culture in your organization

Info: Discover how local businesses are embracing AI to transform operations, improve efficiency, and spark innovation; sharing real-world lessons from adoption to impact.

Info: In this 15-minute demo, Ryan Blais from Nine10 will walk through a live build-out of a custom AI assistant for a small business. Using affordable, accessible tools, he’ll show how a company’s existing website and knowledge about its products and services can be transformed into a working AI-powered receptionist. The demo will showcase how an AI assistant can answer customer questions, capture leads, book meetings, and connect through web chat, SMS, or voice - providing 24/7 support without requiring a technical team. Participants will leave with a clear picture of what’s possible right now, and how simple it can be to get started.

Info: In this practical and inspiring keynote, Justin Reilly - CEO of Wavelo and former Head of Product at Verizon - shows how AI can fuel growth across every industry, from agriculture to energy to retail. Drawing on his experience leading multi-billion-dollar AI transformations, Justin breaks down how to roll out AI step by step: from rethinking your strategy, to deploying everyday tools, to building a culture that thrives on innovation. With real-world examples and actionable insights, Justin helps entrepreneurs and executives alike leave with the confidence to start using AI in their business today.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Douglas J. Cardinal Performing Arts Centre, 10726 106 Avenue, Grande Prairie, Canada