Stop using AI like Google. Build AI that actually works for your business.

One practical day where you’ll learn how to set up Claude properly, build AI assistants, automate repetitive work, and create tools you’ll use every day.
12 November 2026 · 9am–5pm BNZ Partners Centre, Gisborne $800 + GST · $200 + GST after funding* Limited seats · Laptops required

*Funding available – cover up to 75% via the Regional Business Partners Network. Eligible businesses pay as little as $200 + GST

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FREE DOWNLOAD: Get Started Today with The 10-Minute AI Business Setup Kit.

Stop starting every AI conversation from scratch. Teach Claude or ChatGPT about your business in around 10 minutes, so every chat starts with context instead of a blank page.

✔ 10-Minute AI Setup Guide (PDF)    ✔ Master Prompt Builder for Claude and ChatGPT

WHY THIS WORKSHOP

AI isn’t replacing business owners.

It’s removing the repetitive work that gets in the way of running your business.

Most people are only scratching the surface, using AI like a smarter search engine. This workshop shows you how to make Claude work like another member of your team.

No theory. No technical jargon. Just hands-on learning and real business applications.

WHAT YOU’LL BUILD

Practical AI tools you’ll use every day.

You’ll spend the day building assistants and automations you can use immediately.

Your personalised AI assistant

Teach Claude your business, your customers, your writing style and goals. No more explaining everything from scratch.

Assistants for everyday work

Emails, client communication, marketing content, meeting notes, SOPs, research, planning and reporting.

AI workflows and automations

Simple ways to remove repetitive admin from your week and create repeatable workflows that save time.

Financial Insight Assistant

Built on your Xero reports. Explains your numbers in plain English, spots trends and helps you prepare for accountant meetings. You’ll leave with it ready to use.

Plus a facilitated open session where you identify one real task or process in your business and start building an AI tool or automation to solve it.

WHAT YOU’LL TAKE HOME

The full toolkit.

✓ Custom AI assistants created during the workshop
✓ Ready to use prompt library and automation templates
✓ Your AI Financial Analyst, built for your business
✓ Workshop workbook and digital resources
✓ Confidence to keep using AI long after the workshop

WHO IS THIS FOR

No tech background needed.

Perfect for business owners, directors, managers and team leaders. If you’ve been curious about AI but aren’t sure where to start, this workshop is for you.

No technical experience required. If you can use email, you can build everything we cover.

“AI will not replace business owners. Business owners who use AI well will outperform those who don’t.”

FROM PREVIOUS WORKSHOPS

What participants said.

★★★★★

“I’m not a great tech person, I’m elderly and stubborn in my ways but I truly want to learn this AI thing and work smarter, not harder. It was mind-blowing.” Donna

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“I started out using AI like a search tool. This workshop shifted that completely. I now feel confident creating task-specific GPTs that support my business systems, admin, and day-to-day work.” Teressa

★★★★★

“Really valuable workshop. Clear, practical, and hands-on, with tools we built and can use immediately in the business. Great balance of strategy and doing.” Abby

★★★★★

“Practical application. Gareth explained things in an easy to follow way.” Amie

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“A good balance between content and hands-on practice.” Nadene