Whether you're exploring AI for the first time or looking to take the next step, these practical, hands-on workshops will help you build confidence and capability in a supportive learning environment.
Time & Location
10 Nov 2026, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Upstairs at Dixie Browns, 38 Roberts Street, Taupō 3330, New Zealand
About the Event
Artificial intelligence is changing how we work, but getting started can feel overwhelming. Whether you're exploring AI for the first time or looking to take the next step, these practical, hands-on workshops will help you build confidence and capability in a supportive learning environment.
Hosted by AI specialist Andrew Nicol and the team at Preductive, these interactive sessions are designed for everyday business owners, leaders and professionals who want practical tools they can apply immediately.
Choose the workshop that's right for you
AI for Better Work - 10am – 1pm
New to AI or looking to build your confidence?
This practical introduction will show you how to use AI tools to save time, improve productivity and support better decision-making across your workday.
You'll learn:
- How AI can be applied in everyday business tasks
- Practical techniques to improve efficiency and reduce repetitive work
- Ways to use AI to support smarter decision-making
- Simple tools and approaches you can start using straight away
Next Steps for AI - 1pm – 4pm
Already experimenting with AI in your business?
This workshop is designed for organisations ready to build capability, embed better processes and identify new opportunities to create value with AI.
You'll explore:
- How to move from ad hoc use to a more strategic approach
- Building AI capability across your team
- Governance, processes and good practice considerations
- Emerging opportunities and next steps for your business
Why attend?
- Practical, hands-on learning
- Suitable for non-technical audiences
- Small group format with opportunities for discussion and questions
- Immediate takeaways you can apply in your business
- Learn directly from experienced AI practitioners
About Andrew Nicol and Preductive:
Through Preductive, Andrew works directly with CEOs and business owners to unlock clarity, establish solid foundations, and run hands-on “agentic sprints” that deliver AI-driven solutions within weeks, not years. He interviewed 100 senior leaders last year to understand their challenges, adoption rates, and market readiness. His approach is software-agnostic, practical, and centred on amplifying people rather than replacing them.
