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AI at Work: Introductory Sampler

$20

with Mike Gragert

Calendar Sep 8, 2026 at 8 am

A fast-paced 2-hour preview of the full series. Includes a live AI demo using real audiencesuggestions, a hands-on prompt exercise, and an overview of all upcoming sessions.

Participant Takeaway: Series Overview Card plus a Prompt Quick-Start Sheet with five prompts to trybefore the next session

 

*Breakfast will be provided*

Applied AI: The Working Professional Series

$1,579

with Mike Gragert

Calendar Sep 8, 2026 at 8 am

Six hands-on workshops plus an Introductory Sampler and built-in Flex Session coveringAI basics, practical tools, small business applications, leadership and change management,enterprise governance, and consent law - all built for working professionals in the Danvillearea. No jargon. No hype. Just skills you can use the next day. This series is great for Business owners, managers, supervisors, operations and manufacturing staff, HR andcompliance professionals, career changers, and anyone who wants to stay ahead of AI intheir workplace. No technical background required. 

 

9/8/26 - Introductory Sampler - 8am-10am

Most Valuable For: Everyone - no prerequisites, open to allA fast-paced 2-hour preview of the full series. Includes a live AI demo using real audience suggestions, a hands-on promptexercise, and an overview of all upcoming sessions. Participant Takeaway: Series Overview Card plus a Prompt Quick-Start Sheet with five prompts to try before the next session.

9/22/26 - Workshop 1 - AI Basics for the Real World - 8am-11:30am

Most Valuable For: Everyone - no prerequisites, open to allA fast-paced 2-hour preview of the full series. Includes a live AI demo using real audience suggestions, a hands-on prompt exercise, and an overview of all upcoming sessions. Participant Takeaway: Series Overview Card plus a Prompt Quick-Start Sheet with five prompts to try before the next session.

 

10/6/26 - Workshop 2 - AI Tools for Your Job - 8am-11:30am

Most Valuable For: Working adults, workforce program students - basic AI awareness helpful, Practical prompt engineering, writing and communication tasks, research support, and AI tools mapped by job type. Includes the Prompt Rewrite Challenge and industry-specific breakout groups. Participant Takeaway: Laminated Prompt Formula Card and a curated AI tools list organized by job type.

 

10/20/26 - Workshop 3 - AI for Small Business and Operations - 8am-11:30am

Most Valuable For: Small business owners, managers, operations staff, entrepreneurs. Where AI delivers real ROI, a practical use case framework, AI for operations and marketing, what not to automate, andcybersecurity basics. Includes the ROI Estimation Exercise and Tool Evaluation Mini-Lab.Participant Takeaway: AI Opportunity Worksheet - a one-page self-assessment tool participants complete for their own business.

 

11/3/26 - Workshop 4 - Leading Through AI - 8am-11:30am

Most Valuable For: Supervisors, department heads, managers, decision makersWhy AI initiatives stall, building an AI-ready team culture, governing AI use, Lean-informed change management, andbuilding a 90-day adoption plan. Includes the Scenario Table exercise and Stop/Start/Continue activity. Participant Takeaway: 90-Day AI Adoption Playbook template - completed during the session, ready to implement Monday morning.

 

11/17/26 - Workshop 5 - AI Governance - 8am-12pm

Most Valuable For: IT leaders, compliance teams, department heads, HR staff Enterprise AI governance using a three-tier classification framework, Tool Registry, and AI Champion Program. Drawn fromreal-world implementation experience. Includes a hands-on tool audit and shadow AI scenario exercise.Participant Takeaway: Three-Tier Classification Reference Card and a blank Tool Registry template.

 

12/1/26 - Workshop 6 - AI Transcription and Consent Law

Most Valuable For: Managers, HR teams, legal and compliance staff, anyone using AI meeting tools Federal and Illinois consent law, all-party consent states, BIPA and voiceprints, cross-state exposure rules, and real 2025-2026 case law. Includes a consent audit, state map exercise, and policy gap analysis. Covers practical compliance, not legaladvice. Participant Takeaway: All-Party Consent State Reference Card and an AI Recording Policy Template ready for legal review.

 

12/15/26 - Flex Session (included at no additional cost) - 8am-12pm

Get the Job, Keep the Job
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Get the Job, Keep the Job

$99

with Heidi Esther

Getting hired is only the beginning; staying steady, professional, and reliable is what helps you build a strong career. In this interactive workshop, you’ll practice and strengthen real-world employability skills employers look for, including communication, interview readiness, follow-through, networking, and dealing with stalls and setbacks.

In short, you will learn how to show up more confident and know what to say in networking, interviews, and on the job. 

Bonus! You’ll come away with two practical takeaways: a networking plan and first-30-days success plan. 

By the end, You’ll leave with more confidence, clearer next steps, and job-ready tools you can use in interviews, training, and the workplace.

NFPA70E Arc Flash Electrical Safety

$199

with Tom Grey

Calendar Sep 9, 2026 at 8 am

OSHA and NFPA require this training for all employees who have the potential for exposure to live conductors of 50V or greater as part of their anticipated work.Includes the latest NFPA 70E updates.

HR Workshop: John Maxwell Series Part 3

Free

with Sarah Koester

Calendar Sep 11, 2026 at 8 am

This month we will be doing laws 8, 9 and 10 from the book The  21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, by John Maxwell.Law number eight is about the law of intuition. How are you when it comes to trusting your intuition?Law number nine is the law of magnetism. As leaders, we are always looking for good people. The book states, " who you are is who you attract." Do you know who you are looking for right now?And finally,  law number 10. The law of connection. The law of connection states that leaders "touch a heart before they ask for a hand". Learn how the law of connection applies to your life.

Defensive Driving

$50

with Jane McFadden

Calendar Sep 12, 2026 at 8:30 am, runs for 1 week

This four-hour Defensive Driving course was developed by The National Safety Council and is recognized by court systems nationwide. Certificates, registered with The National Safety Council, are given to successful completers. All instructors are certified by The National Safety Council.

Whether your objective is to lower your insurance premium, adhere to court supervision requirements, or simply avoid your ticket being registered with the Secretary of State, sign-up for this one-time four-hour course.

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Phlebotomy Techniques - Hoopeston
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Phlebotomy Techniques - Hoopeston

$550

with Keena Holland

This course is a non-Nursing course aimed at the technical skills and knowledge required for blood collection. Students will develop skill in performing phlebotomy procedures in various health care settings. Topics include: proper use of equipment, current safety standards, medical and legal policies and regulations, interpersonal skills, and correct transport and specimen preparation for laboratory testing. Additionally, there is a book that is NOT required but is not included in the cost of the class and is an additional about $110 before taxes/fees. 

**Please note credit hours earned DO NOT count towards a degree.**

Resume Ready (AI Edition)
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Resume Ready (AI Edition)

$99

with Heidi Esther

Modern employers now rank resumes as more important than cover letters. A strong resume helps you tell your story clearly, confidently, and professionally - and get the interview! In this hands-on workshop, you will identify your strengths, skills, training, work experience, and transferable life experience, and turn those into strong and clear resume language. NEW! You’ll learn how to leverage apps and AI tools to refine your resume and track your job application process.

By the end, participants will leave with two strong takeaways: How to write a stronger resume in your voice and how to leverage new apps and AI tools to track your job hunting progress like a pro. 

A smart phone or tablet is requested for the workshop, but not required.





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