The AI Journey Workshop

Every Business Wants AI. Almost None Have a Plan.

Join us for a morning working session that turns AI uncertainty into a concrete plan for your organization.

AI initiatives often stall because organizations struggle to answer critical questions:

Where can AI create the most value?
Are we ready to move forward?
What should we tackle first?
How do we address governance and security concerns?
What does an AI roadmap actually look like?

The AI Journey Workshop helps leaders answer these questions and develop a practical path forward.

Leave with Clarity, Priorities, and Next Steps

By the end of the workshop, you'll have:

✅ A clearer understanding of your organization's AI maturity

✅ Prioritized AI opportunities

✅ Practical automation and quick-win ideas

✅ Governance, security, and risk considerations

✅ A personalized AI action plan

✅ A clear next step for moving forward

Who Should Attend?

If you know AI matters but aren't sure where your organization should start, this is for you. Ideal attendees include: C-Level Executives, IT Directors, Operations & Technology Leaders, Business Transformation Leaders

More Than a Presentation. A Working Session for Leaders.

Unlike traditional presentations, this workshop is built around interactive Learning Labs that help you apply concepts directly to your organization. Participants will be divided into smaller groups and rotate through facilitated sessions designed to help them answer the critical questions that shape a successful AI strategy.

Register Today!

Seats are limited to keep each Learning Lab interactive - reserve yours now.

Wednesday, October 28, 2026
8:00 - 10:30 AM ET
Maryland Innovation Center - 6751 Columbia Gateway Dr., Columbia, MD (Map)

There is no cost to attend. Registrations may be subject to review and approval.

Questions? Contact marketing@dpsolutions.com

Learning Labs

Attendees will work through a series of expert-led sessions designed to help assess their organization's current state, identify opportunities, address challenges, and build a practical path forward.

Understand

Where are we today?

Understand the current AI landscape, connect AI to business priorities, and identify key opportunities and challenges

You'll Leave With: A clear understanding of where you are on your AI journey

Prioritize

Where could AI create meaningful business value?

Identify opportunities where AI can drive measurable outcomes and business impact

You'll Leave With: A prioritized AI opportunity

Prepare

What needs to be in place before moving forward?

Assess readiness across data, people, processes, governance, and adoption

You'll Leave With: An identified readiness gap

Improve

How should the work change?

Explore quick wins, workflow automation opportunities, and pilot concepts

You'll Leave With: A practical automation or pilot opportunity

Protect

What guardrails are required?

Address governance, security, compliance, and responsible AI considerations

You'll Leave With: A key governance or security requirement

Act

How do I turn insights into action?

Bring together everything you've learned throughout the workshop to identify priorities, address readiness gaps, define guardrails, and create a practical path forward.

You'll Leave With: A personalized AI action plan and prioritized next steps for the next 90 days

Take Home a Personalized AI Action Plan

Every Attendee Receives an AI Journey Workbook

Throughout the workshop, you'll build a personalized action plan using guided exercises and assessment tools.

Workbook Includes:

AI Readiness Snapshot
AI Opportunity Matrix
Quick-Win Worksheet
Governance Checklist
Personalized Next Step Plan

Workshop Agenda

Time	Session
8:00 AM	Registration, Breakfast & Networking
8:30 AM	Opening Keynote: The AI Journey
8:50 AM	Interactive Learning Labs
10:20 AM	Build Your AI Action Plan
10:30 - 11:00 AM	AI Office Hours & Networking (Optional — stay and get 1:1 time with our AI advisors to talk through your specific challenges)

Learn From Industry Experts

Melissa Bryant, President, DP Solutions

As President of DP Solutions, Melissa helps organizations align technology investments with business objectives. With a focus on strategy, leadership, and innovation, she works closely with executive teams to navigate change, manage risk, and leverage technology to drive business outcomes.

Ken Goldstein, CRO, DP Solutions

Ken partners with business leaders to identify opportunities for growth, operational efficiency, and digital transformation. Drawing on decades of experience in business technology and consulting, he helps organizations turn emerging technologies, including AI, into practical business value.

Ron Connelly, CISO, DP Solutions

As Chief Information Security Officer, Ron helps organizations strengthen security, manage cyber risk, and navigate an evolving threat landscape. He specializes in aligning security, compliance, and governance initiatives with broader business goals.

Paul Brophy, VP of Technology, DP Solutions

Paul oversees technology strategy and solution delivery at DP Solutions. With extensive experience in infrastructure, cloud technologies, Microsoft solutions, and IT operations, he helps organizations build the foundation necessary to support innovation and AI adoption.

Joe Usher, VP of Corporate Initiatives, DP Solutions

Joe leads strategic initiatives that help organizations modernize operations, improve business processes, and prepare for future growth. His experience connecting business objectives with technology strategy helps organizations move from ideas to execution.

Chris Bubeck, Client Strategy Manager, DP Solutions

Chris works closely with business leaders to align technology initiatives with organizational priorities and long-term goals. He specializes in helping clients identify opportunities to improve efficiency, enhance security, and maximize the value of their technology investments.

Jonathan Spector, Founder & Principal Advisor, Converge Strategic Partners

Jonathan Spector helps organizations align leadership, strategy, and execution. He specializes in guiding executive teams through change and helping leaders navigate the business impact of AI adoption.

www.convergesp.com

Saul Diaz, AI Architect, Blackpoint Cyber

Saul Diaz is an AI and cybersecurity expert with Blackpoint Cyber, helping organizations balance innovation with security. He advises business and technology leaders on managing risk, strengthening cyber resilience, and adopting emerging technologies with confidence.

www.blackpointcyber.com

Dustin Sitton, Principal, The Incite Companies

Dustin Sitton is a technology and automation expert with Incite Automation, helping organizations leverage AI and automation to improve efficiency, reduce complexity, and accelerate business outcomes. He specializes in translating emerging technologies into practical solutions that drive real-world impact

www.inciteautomation.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a technical workshop?

No. This workshop is designed for executives and business leaders responsible for strategy, operations, innovation, and technology decisions.

Do I need AI experience?

No. The workshop is valuable whether you're just beginning to explore AI or already evaluating initiatives.

What should I bring?

Please bring a government issued ID for check-in. Other than that, just bring yourself! You'll receive all workshop materials on-site. You may also bring business cards as there will be networking opportunities before and after the event.

Is there a cost to attend?

No, the event is completely free to attend.