A new speaking series for business leaders

Business AI to Z

Industry professionals share how they're solving real business problems with modern solutions — AI, data, operations, product, and growth. No hype, just practical insight.

Industry professionals
Monthly events
Real case studies

Practical, not theoretical

Every talk is grounded in a real business problem, decision, or solution the speaker has shipped.

Cross-functional perspectives

Hear from finance, product, data, and operations leaders — not just researchers.

Built for busy executives

Focused sessions, candid Q&A, and recordings you can share with your team.

Upcoming events

See what's next

Curated evenings where business leaders share what they actually learned solving problems and shipping modern solutions.

Tuesday, September 15, 2026Hybrid

Opening Night: Business AI to Z

The series kickoff. Four speakers map the full landscape of modern business solutions for leaders — from marketing and technology to accounting and financial planning.

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM · San Francisco + Streaming
Ashley SimmonsEric McCleaveMo Hagedorn
Ashley Simmons, Eric McCleave, Mo Hagedorn, Jonathan Pickens
Thursday, October 8, 2026In-person

Marketing That Works for Small Business

Ashley Simmons on building a marketing strategy that fits a small business budget — what to prioritize, what to skip, and how to measure it.

5:30 PM – 8:00 PM · Washington, MO
Ashley Simmons
Ashley Simmons
Thursday, November 12, 2026Virtual

Technology for Operators

Eric McCleave unpacks how to choose, build, and train teams on the systems that actually move a business forward.

12:00 PM – 2:00 PM · Online stream
Eric McCleave
Eric McCleave
Speakers

Learn from the people doing the work

Business owners, advisors, and practitioners who solve these problems every day — in marketing, technology, accounting, and financial planning.

Eric McCleave, Owner at EWM Solutions

Eric McCleave

Owner · EWM Solutions

IT Development / Consulting / Training. Eric works with organizations on the technology side of business — systems, software, and the training that makes them stick.

IT ConsultingDevelopment & Training

Stay in the loop

Get notified when new events, speakers, and recordings are added to the series.