AI Literacy for Local Business

A Gentle, Practical Introduction (2Hrs)

Exclusive for SYC Centreboard 2026 Sponsors

Thank you for supporting Sandspit Yacht Club’s young sailors and contributing to our vibrant local community.

This is a Limited Program, for up to 12 persons, specifically offered to existing sponsors. 

All funds directly support the SYC Centreboard Division 2026 Sailing Program.

Venue: SYC Clubhouse, Algies Bay

Duration: One evening session (~2 hours)

Date: By Appointment

Facilitator: Peter Dingle, AI Expert, Adjunct Professor, Educator, Technologist

Cost: Rewarding New sponsorship value of $500 or greater (per participant) 

Session Overview

Introduction to AI as an accessible, everyday assistant, not complicated technology.

What is AI, Really? 

Understand AI in simple terms.

Recognize how you already interact with AI daily (Google Maps, banking apps, Facebook).

"How have you used AI today?"

Introducing the Big Three AI Tools

ChatGPT (OpenAI)

Perfect for writing tasks, answering customer queries, drafting content.

Real example: "Created multiple property listings instantly."

Gemini (Google)

Integrated seamlessly into Gmail, Docs, and Sheets.

Real example: "Quickly simplified proposals for clients."

Claude (Anthropic)

Excellent for document analysis, summaries, and detailed explanations.

Real example: "Simplified complex insurance documents in seconds."

Other Practical AI Tools

Briefly discover other useful AI-powered tools:

Canva + AI: Effortless marketing materials.

Zapier: Automate repetitive administrative tasks.

Microsoft Copilot: Enhance your productivity in Excel and Word.

Notion: Simplified information management.

ElevenLabs: Automatically Create realistic voice overs for presentations.

Enjoy a live demonstration: drafting a professional email using ChatGPT in under 3 minutes.

Real Stories from Local Businesses

Hear how your peers have already benefited:

Event Managers, Contractors, and property managers sharing real-life AI experiences.

Discover immediate, tangible time savings.

Reflect: Identify how AI could specifically benefit your daily operations.