Crawl, Walk, Run: Making AI Real for Your Business

CRAVE Galleria - 3520 W 70th St Edina , MN 55435

Join Mytech Partners for a refreshingly real look at how to actually make progress with AI. No jargon. No buzzwords. Just straight talk from people who are experimenting, learning, and making it work.

Crawl, Walk, Run: Making AI Real for Your Business

AI is everywhere — in your inbox, on your LinkedIn feed, and in far too many overhyped sales pitches. Everyone’s promising that it will “revolutionize” your business… but for most small and midsized companies, the real question isn’t what's possible - it's what's practical.

Join Mytech Partners for a refreshingly real look at how to actually make progress with AI. No jargon. No buzzwords. Just straight talk from people who are experimenting, learning, and making it work.

We’ll kick things off with a short Crawl, Walk, Run panel discussion — moderated by Nathan Austin, COO of Mytech Partners — featuring three perspectives:

The Strategist – Glen Dall, CEO Coach, Apex North Business Coaching
Helping leadership define what AI success really looks like and how to measure ROI.

The Implementer – Kurt Theriault, President, Allied Executives
Sharing lessons learned while putting AI to work in real business processes.

The Data Nerd – Nina Adams, M365/AI Consulting Director, Mytech Partners
Explaining why clean, reliable data is the foundation that makes everything else possible.

Then we’ll do what AI can’t — connect. Grab a drink, talk with your peers, and visit one (or all) of four interactive stations where you can see, discuss, and explore AI in real business use.

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Station 1 – Real-World Use Case: AI in Sales & Marketing

Led by: Kurt Theriault, President, Allied Executives

See how AI is being integrated into sales and marketing workflows to drive growth and efficiency. Learn where to start, what to test, and what lessons others have learned along the way.

Station 2 – Behind the Build: Creating an AI Agent for Onboarding

Led by: Nina Adams, M365/AI Consulting Director, Mytech Partners

Peek behind the scenes of a working AI agent built in Microsoft Copilot — designed to streamline new-employee onboarding. See the thought process, setup, and assets behind it and learn how to structure a workflow that really delivers.

Station 3 – Laying AI Foundations: From Vision to Value

Led by: Nathan Austin, COO, Mytech Partners

Every successful AI journey starts with a solid foundation. Nathan will walk through how to align AI initiatives with business goals, evaluate opportunities by ROI, and build a governance model that keeps experimentation safe and strategic. You’ll also explore how to empower “AI champions” across your organization to drive adoption and measurable value.

Station 4 – Leading with AI: Where Strategy and People Meet

Led by: Glen Dall, CEO Coach, Apex North Business Coaching

AI isn’t a project—it’s a leadership tool. In this roundtable, Glen shows how leaders can use strategic frameworks to pinpoint where AI creates real business value. Learn how to align a team around clear priorities, identify gaps through the Key Function Flow Map, and make AI work for the people, not the other way around.

Nathan Austin

COO/Co-Owner

at Mytech Partners

Bio: Nathan brings 20+ years of IT leadership to Mytech, which he co-founded in 2000. He helps businesses get 4x more value from IT through strategy-aligned solutions. A frequent speaker at industry events, Nathan is also active in national IT peer groups and local nonprofits. Based in Minnesota, he enjoys life with his wife Shaina and stays active through martial arts, running, and snowboarding. His upcoming book is “Capitalism & Community: A Partnership for a Better Tomorrow.”

Nina Adams

Microsoft 365 Consulting Director

at Mytech Partners

Bio: With over 20 years of IT experience, Nina Adams brings a strong understanding of technology and business operations. Her background includes roles as a Microsoft trainer, IT & Innovation Manager in education, and IT and Compliance Consultant in healthcare - offering a broad perspective on industry challenges. Today, Nina works with businesses across sectors to deliver tailored solutions that improve efficiency and drive results. She helps teams leverage Microsoft technologies the streamline workflows, boost productivity, and support long-term growth.

Glen Dall

Founder and CEO

at Apex North Business Coaching

Bio: Glen Dall is the founder and CEO of Apex North Business Coaching, leveraging over 35 years of business experience—including as a former public company CEO—to guide fellow CEOs and leadership teams through complex challenges. As a trusted mentor and advisor to more than 40 executives, Glen uses his proprietary “North Star” methodology to help leaders define a clear vision and elevate both their personal growth and business performance. His coaching empowers organizations to reach new heights while fostering confident, purpose-driven leadership.

Kurt Theriault

President

at Allied Executives

Bio: Kurt Theriault is President of Allied Executives, where he facilitates peer groups and executive coaching programs that empower CEOs and business owners to lead with clarity and confidence. With over two decades of experience in sales strategy, leadership development, and organizational growth, Kurt is known for his ability to guide leaders through complex challenges with practical insight and strategic focus. A former member turned leader at Allied, he also shares thoughtful reflections through his “Lessons Learned Along the Way” series, offering grounded wisdom drawn from real-world experiences. Kurt is a graduate of St. Cloud State University and an active contributor to the Twin Cities business community.

From Vision to Value | Building Profitable AI Foundations

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