AI training and workshops in Grand Rapids

Local training for working teams

AI tools change quickly, and a team may not know where to start. A workshop gives people time to ask questions and learn together. The session can introduce Claude, show how to write clear instructions, and explain how to check responses before using them in public or internal work.

Marketing teams can practice with common tasks such as building an outline, adapting a message, organizing notes, or preparing a campaign checklist. The examples are there to teach a method. Participants learn to give context, define what a useful answer looks like, and improve an initial draft. They also learn when AI is a poor fit for a task.

Claude Code can help work with files and repeat steps. In a workshop, participants can see a demonstration and learn how to inspect changes. No software background is needed to understand the basic workflow. Hands-on activities can use sample materials, so people can follow along without sharing private company information.

Sessions can take place in person or online. Tim works with organizations in Grand Rapids and West Michigan, including teams that want an introductory talk or a practical workshop. The length and format depend on the group, its experience, and the tools it has approved. A planning conversation can clarify the audience and the questions the session should address.

Plan a workshop

Before the session, discuss who will attend and what they need to understand. You can choose a broad introduction or focus on marketing and communications workflows. The session may include a presentation, live demonstrations, guided practice, and questions. For hands-on sessions, participants should bring a laptop and follow their organization’s policies for AI tools.

Tim Haines is based in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He teaches teams to use Claude and Claude Code without a developer. See the details for marketing team AI training or learning Claude as a non-developer. You can also browse talks and workshop options from Unicorn Flames.

Frequently asked questions

Where do workshops take place?

Sessions can be arranged in Grand Rapids, elsewhere in West Michigan, or online.

Who are the sessions for?

They are designed for marketing and communications teams, including people new to AI.

Do participants need to bring a laptop?

A laptop is useful for hands-on workshops. It is not needed for a talk or demonstration.

How do we arrange a date?

Book a short call to talk through location, timing, and session format.