04/22/2026
Unlock the Power of AI
The premier introductory AI course—for anyone.
Full Details and Registration at https://www.hamakomla.org/ai
Full-day workshop includes a light breakfast and lunch.
An introductory AI workshop designed for all of us—those with zero experience, intermediate exposure, or a deep understanding of artificial intelligence models and applications— this course is led by former executives from leading corporations such as FedEx, Visa, Forbes, Yahoo!, Zillow and CharmIQ, as well as subject-matter expert guest speakers, such as our instructor, Chelene Martin.
Workshop Overview
This one-day immersive workshop is designed to help participants move from curiosity or overwhelm to confidence, excitement, and real-world application. This is not a traditional lecture. It is an interactive, practical experience that introduces AI as a thinking partner and collaborator to simplify tasks, enhance creativity, and improve productivity in both personal and professional settings.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to:
Understand what AI is and why it matters right now
Confidently use tools such as ChatGPT and Claude
Apply AI to real-life scenarios at home and at work
Recognize limitations and use AI responsibly
Begin building a personal AI workflow and playbook
Core Framework: The AI Confidence Framework
Think with AI, not at it
Context over prompts
Start simple, then layer
Use AI to enhance, not replace
Build your personal AI playbook
Curriculum
The curriculum is engaging and practical, ensuring participants leave feeling highly knowledgeable and empowered to apply AI in their work or everyday lives. The approximately 5-hour course is divided into clear modules:
AI Fundamentals (Basics of AI)
Generative AI in Action
Machine Learning & Analytics
AI Ethics & Responsible AI
Automation & Productivity Tools
Applications & Case Studies
Instructor
Chelene Martin is an AI strategist, educator, and former Senior Director of Global Partnerships at Yahoo, where she spent nearly 20 years leading high-impact initiatives and driving revenue growth across complex digital ecosystems.
Chelene focuses on helping individuals and organizations understand and adopt AI in a way that is practical, empowering, and human-centered. She is passionate about shifting the conversation from feeling fear and overwhelm to curiosity and confidence, showing people how AI can act as a collaborative thinking partner in both work and everyday life.
Chelene works with CEOs, teams, and individuals through consulting, workshops, and trainings, helping them apply AI in ways that drive clarity, productivity, and growth. She also supports those exploring how to build businesses or side hustles using AI, unlocking new ways to create, grow, and generate income in today’s evolving landscape.
A topic especially close to her heart is helping families - both parents and students - navigate AI responsibly and effectively, building confidence, critical thinking, and real-world skills. At the core of her approach is a simple belief: when used well, AI helps us become better, stronger, and faster versions of ourselves.
