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AI for Everyday Business
May
13
AI for Everyday Business
Venture X
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
WBN Speaker Series AI for Everyday Business: Save Time, Stay Organized, Reduce Stress Join us for a practical, easy-to-follow session designed to help you simplify your daily work using AI. Your inbox is full. Your to-do list keeps growing. And the digital work behind your business never really stops. AI is everywhere right now, but most advice feels either too technical or too vague to be useful. This session cuts through the noise and focuses on real-world tools you can start using right away. What You’ll Learn • How to use AI to clean up emails, documents, and everyday writing • Simple ways to organize notes, ideas, and meeting takeaways • How to turn repetitive tasks into clear, reusable systems • Basic prompting techniques that improve AI results instantly • The “power prompt” that makes AI feel like a true assistant What to Expect • Live demonstrations using real business scenarios • Practical, easy-to-apply tools (no tech background needed) • A clear, no-overwhelm approach to using AI in your daily work Event Details 📅 Wednesday, May 13, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM 📍 Venture X – Frederick, MD About the Speaker Whitney Hahn is known as the “No Busyness Advisor,” helping leaders replace hustle with clarity, accountability, and systems that actually work. She founded Provoke Better to help founders and teams move out of survival mode and into sustainable growth. Her background spans leadership consulting, team coaching, and marketing, with unique experience as a radio DJ, TV host, and zoo marketing director, where she learned to engage audiences and stay calm when things get unpredictable. Today, Whitney helps professionals turn their expertise into practical, AI-supported workflows that save time, improve communication, and reduce friction—without adding complexity. She serves on leadership and tech advisory boards and regularly speaks on culture, growth, and practical AI adoption for everyday business. Optional: We will be collecting items for Andrea’s House at this event. Donations are always appreciated and help support women and families in our community.
Getting Started with Copilot
Jun
03
Getting Started with Copilot
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Getting Started with Copilot: AI for Everyday Work Tasks  Registration Free for WBN Members $10 for Non-Members - All non-member registration proceeds will benefit Andrea’s House. Virtual Training (link provided after registration) Overview Curious about AI but not sure where to start? This interactive Skills Series session introduces Microsoft Copilot and shows you how to use it for everyday work tasks like writing, summarizing, brainstorming, and organizing information. Designed for beginners, this session combines short demos with hands-on practice so you can try Copilot in real time and walk away with skills you can use immediately. What You’ll Learn What Microsoft Copilot is (and what it isn’t) How to use AI for common, everyday work tasks Simple prompting techniques to get better results How to apply Copilot in your own workflow What to Expect Live demonstrations Guided, hands-on practice A supportive, low-pressure learning environment Practical tips you can use right away About the Presenter Isabel Sumy AI Consultant, Penn State University Isabel Sumy is an AI Consultant at Penn State University with hands-on experience helping faculty and staff use Microsoft Copilot to work more efficiently. She supports AI-enabled teaching and administrative workflows and regularly leads Copilot trainings and workshops for academic and professional audiences. Isabel is passionate about helping professionals feel confident using AI tools to save time, streamline work, and focus on higher-impact work.
WBN June Social
Jun
10
WBN June Social
Frederick Social
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Connection • Community • Purpose Join us for a relaxed summer evening at Frederick Social, where meaningful connections happen naturally. This is a come-as-you-are gathering—no formal networking, no agenda—just time to unwind, connect, and enjoy great conversation with women who share a passion for community and purpose. We’ll come together to support Andrea’s House, an organization making a lasting impact for women and families in our community. Whether through registration or donations, your participation helps provide essential resources and support to those working toward stability and independence. Bring a friend, meet someone new, and be part of a Social that feels good... and does good. Registration Options $10 to Attend All registration proceeds will benefit Andrea’s House. OR Attend Free with an In-Kind Donation Bring a much-needed item to support Andrea’s House in place of registration. In-Kind Donation Ideas Andrea’s House supports women and families as they transition toward stability. The following items are especially helpful: Personal care items (shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant, toothpaste, feminine hygiene products) Laundry supplies (detergent, dryer sheets) Household essentials (paper towels, toilet paper, cleaning products) Gift cards (grocery, pharmacy, gas) New towels or bedding All donated items will be delivered directly to Andrea’s House.