Project managers are natural systems thinkers. We thrive on structuring ambiguity, managing complex dependencies, and driving end-to-end initiative delivery. These core skills are exactly why we are uniquely positioned to lead as AI reshapes the workplace. But being well-positioned today isn't the same as staying ahead tomorrow. It’s time to move beyond basic prompting and step into the next phase of AI fluency: building custom tools and repeatable systems.

In this interactive session, we will lay the groundwork for eliminating operational choke points and turning abstract AI concepts into concrete solutions. You’ll leave with an actionable blueprint for integrating custom AI into your operations, and the confidence to transition from an AI consumer to an AI architect.

We'll talk about how to:

• Framework for the Future: Learn how to strategically evaluate your workflows to decide what to agentify, what can be solved with a simple automation, and what should remain a distinctly human process.
• Build Instead of Prompt: Discover how to transition from simply chatting with AI to architecting tools that solve the unique, complex requirements of your business.
• Real-World Application: Walk through live demos of actual workflows enhanced by AI, moving from theoretical use cases to practical, everyday execution.
• Optimize for Results: Uncover advanced tips and techniques for getting the most out of your custom AI tools so they scale reliably with your team.

Who Should Attend: Project and program managers ready to evolve from casual AI consumers to strategic AI architects. Whether you are already comfortable with basic prompting or looking to build your first automated system, this session will give you the exact framework you need to start building smarter workflows this week.

Speaker Bio:

Michaela Hillier is a PMP-certified program manager with over a decade of experience delivering technical solutions across SaaS, marketing, and internal operations. She specializes in architecting custom solutions for unique enterprise requirements, connecting the dots between people, platforms, and processes. Currently, Michaela leverages her project management foundation and technology background to deliver automated processes and AI tools for enterprise organizations like Google. She is passionate about turning strategic plans into repeatable outcomes and making highly technical concepts feel approachable and actionable.