Artificial Intelligence is transforming how organisations operate, but for many, the question is where to start. The
AI Mastery Series helps business owners and leaders move from curiosity to confident action, showing exactly how AI can streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and free up time for higher-value work.
Delivered in four focused, two-hour sessions, this workshop combines strategy with hands-on experience, helping you identify where AI can make the biggest impact in your business and how to get started safely and effectively.
Who is this workshop for?
Business owners, senior leaders, and managers looking to understand and apply AI within their organisation. No technical background is required, just an interest in exploring how AI can help you work smarter and more efficiently.
What will you learn?
Each session combines two key topics from the full AI Mastery Series, blending strategy and application for maximum impact.
- Tuesday 5 May – AI Strategy, Tools and Custom GPTs - 10am-12pm
Learn how to identify where AI fits in your organisation, select the right tools, and design custom GPTs that align with your specific business context.
- Tuesday 11 May – AI System Integration and Autonomous Agents - 10am-12pm
Discover how to integrate AI into your existing systems and deploy intelligent agents that can execute complex, multi-step workflows autonomously.
- Tuesday 18 May – AI vs Automation and Private, Secure AI - 10am-12pm
Master when to use AI versus traditional automation, and learn best practices for implementing AI safely while protecting sensitive business data.
- Tuesday 25 May – Advanced Research and Customer Experience - 10am-12pm
Explore how AI can enhance research, competitor analysis, and customer engagement, transforming the way you gather insights and communicate with clients.
This course can be attended in-person in Dunedin, or online (please advise when booking if you will be attending online - you must have a good microphone and internet connection).
Facilitator
Stephen Johnson, Co-CEO of
Incredible AI. The team has delivered over
50 workshops to more than
350 businesses, helping teams save
5–10 hours per week through practical workflow automation and AI-driven innovation.
Featured in the New Zealand Herald, RNZ, Stuff, and Scoop News, Incredible AI’s team are recognised leaders in helping New Zealand businesses adopt AI with confidence and clarity.
Testimonials
“Stephen and Matt’s Westpac Smarts Talk was incredibly insightful. The possibilities are truly limitless.”
Jillian Tan, Corporate Analyst, Westpac
“I’ve listened to podcasts and tutorials; this is the best workshop I’ve been to on AI.”
Murray Beadle, General Manager, BFA
“Picked up new tricks which have saved me 5 hours in the last 2 days.”
Tim Farmer, Owner, Nduro Events
“Moved along nicely, and catered to all levels. Very relevant to our workplace.”
Paul Button, GM, Canopy Tours
Please note: registrations close 24 April 2026.
MANAGEMENT CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT FUND
Business South Inc offers services that are registered with the
Regional Business Partner Network. To explore if your business is eligible for support, contact your local Regional Business Growth Advisor at
support@otagorbp.co.nz.
Not-for-Profit organisations, clubs and charities that are eligible* will receive a 50% subsidy.
Subsidised workshops are due to the generous support of Otago Community Trust (OCT). *Eligibility criteria: Not-for-Profit organisations, charities, and incorporated societies are to be a registered organisation with a NZBN #, Society # or Charities #. Please provide us with the NFP name when you register. Please note that as part of our reporting requirements, your organisation name, the course name, and the course cost will be shared with OCT. Funding support applies to both the OCT funding boundary and courtesy of Business South, the wider Otago and Southland NFP organisations. Terms and conditions apply.