AI can be incredibly helpful, or incredibly frustrating, depending on how you communicate with it. In this hands-on session, you will learn how small changes in the way you ask questions and give instructions can lead to much more useful results from tools like ChatGPT and Claude. Designed for beginners and everyday users alike, this session focuses on simple, easy-to-understand techniques attendees will immediately use to save time, reduce overwhelm, and make AI a more reliable support in daily life. 

BRING YOUR LAPTOP! iPads and mobile devices are a last resort if you do not have a laptop to bring, but the hands-on part of this session will be much easier to do on a laptop. 

• AI can feel confusing or inconsistent. This session breaks down why that happens and how to fix it. 
• Learn how AI responds to the information you give it, and how clearer instructions lead to better results. 
• Understand common AI terms and concepts in plain language; no tech background required. 
• See and use simple examples of how small changes in wording can turn vague results into useful ones. 
• Learn a practical, repeatable framework for communicating your goals, context, and expectations to AI. 
• Leave with easy-to-use templates and examples to help AI become a reliable support for everyday life. 

Don’t miss this chance to ramp up your AI expertise for 2026. 

MEET THE PRESENTERS

Jessica Bolaños 

At the intersection of strategy, storytelling, and emerging technology, Jessica Bolaños helps impact-driven organizations and business leaders leverage storytelling and digital tools to increase visibility, engagement, and reach organizational goals. With over 20 years of experience in marketing, digital media, and creative strategy, she is known for making new tech like AI easy to understand, to help teams build capacity and amplify their impact. 

Nelson Vanegas 

Rooted in the belief that stories and tech shape culture and progress, Nelson Vanegas uses visual storytelling and technology to help organizations grow with intention. With more than two decades of experience in multimedia storytelling and formerly a Production Director at Univision Houston, Nelson has led content strategies and production for media organizations, businesses, nonprofits and now helps teams harness AI to strengthen narratives and advance their missions with intention.