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Leadership in the AI Era

95% of AI Initiatives Report No ROI. The Problem Isn't the Technology

This program closes three gaps: Leadership, Data and Workflows.
Curriculum officially used in Georgetown's Executive MBA Program.

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Designed and developed in conjunction with Dr. Brooks Holtom
of Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business

Our Leadership in the AI Era curriculum is officially used in Georgetown's Executive MBA program, offered in two locations:

Executive MBA — Washington, D.C. Executive MBA — Dubai

AI Officer Institute is an independent organization. This program does not confer Georgetown University college credits, degrees, or certifications. Georgetown University's use of this curriculum does not constitute an endorsement of AI Officer Institute's other products or services.

THE PROBLEM

The Three Gaps Behind Every AI Failure

Every organization has members who've taken an AI bootcamp, bought the tools, hired a consultant. The result? Pilots that stall. Teams that resist. ROI that never materializes.

01

The Leadership Gap

Most leaders were built for a slower world. They rely on credibility and heroics instead of systems and clarity. AI demands leaders who can define who they are, communicate with precision, and develop others, not just direct them.

02

The Data Gap

50% of the work in any AI initiative is data work. Most companies have information scattered across systems, in people's heads, and in processes nobody documented. Until that's fixed, AI has nothing to work with.

03

The Workflow Gap

Your people's workflows work, and that's the problem. They work because people adjust on the fly and fill in gaps the process didn't account for. AI can't do that. It needs clear instructions, not heroics.

LEADERSHIP FIRST. AI AS THE ACCELERANT

Introducing the "Leadership in the AI Era" Program

An Executive MBA style intensive for your leaders, director level and up, delivered over 1, 2 or 3 full days. Leadership comes first. Real Generative and Agentic AI application is integrated throughout, so the speed your members are gaining turns into leverage, not noise.

1, 2 or 3 Full Days

Executive MBA style intensive format

AI Integration

Generative + Agentic AI for strategic advantage

Real Application

Implement immediately, not theory

BUILT AT THE INTERSECTION OF

Academic Rigor + Entrepreneurial Experience

Dave Hajdu

THE AI ANGLE

Dave Hajdu

Founder, AI Officer Institute

UW alum. Former Microsoft data systems builder. Serial founder with products adopted by MLB, Fidelity, MTV, and the NCAA. EO member and EO Global Tech Committee member.

Dr. Brooks C. Holtom

ACADEMIC RIGOR

Dr. Brooks C. Holtom

Georgetown University

Former Senior Associate Dean at Georgetown's Business School. 26,000+ academic citations. Advisor to World Bank, IMF, and Microsoft.

David Nilssen

THE ENTREPRENEUR'S PERSPECTIVE

David Nilssen

Founder, DOXA Talent

Serial entrepreneur, SBA Young Entrepreneur of the Year, founder of two Inc. 5000 companies, author of The Borderless Leader, and former EO Global Learning Chair.

WHY THIS IS DIFFERENT

Here's Why This Program Is Different

Most AI Bootcamps

✕Focus 90% on tools and 10% on leadership
✕Show you 50 tools without explaining how AI actually works
✕Ignore the foundational leadership skills needed to implement anything
✕Leave you with a list of bookmarks and zero execution capability
✕Don't address the people side of transformation

This Program

✓Develops core leadership skills first (communication, strategy, execution, influence)
✓Layers in AI as a strategic enhancement to your leadership capabilities
✓Teaches foundational principles of Generative AI and Agentic AI
✓Shows you how to lead teams through change and AI adoption
✓Focuses on results and implementation, not just knowledge acquisition

PROGRESSIVE LEARNING PATH

A Structured Journey Across Three Series

Designed to elevate how you communicate, lead people, and scale organizations in the AI era.

1

Series I: Lead Yourself

Influence • Brand • Clarity

  • Session 1: Developing Leadership Identity and Brand
  • Session 2: Building Emotional Intelligence
  • Session 3: Communicating with Impact
  • Session 4: Negotiating Internally and Externally

The shift: From talking to influencing with precision.

2

Series II: Lead Your Team

Talent • Density • Potential

  • Session 5: Acquiring the Best Talent for the Right Seats
  • Session 6: Coaching Talent for High Performance
  • Session 7: Coordinating Efforts and Creating Accountability
  • Session 8: Retaining Talent Through Engagement

The shift: From doing the work yourself to developing people who scale you.

3

Series III: Lead the Organization

Strategy • Speed • Scale

  • Session 9: Designing Workflows for Efficiency
  • Session 10: Using Data to Inform Decision-Making
  • Session 11: Innovating While Executing
  • Session 12: Leading Change

The shift: From solving problems to designing the machine that prevents them.

FULL CURRICULUM

Program Curriculum

* Delivered as a 1, 2 or 3 day intensive based on your selected format. Instructors are subject to change based on time and availability.

01 — Lead Yourself
Session 1
Developing Leadership Identity and Brand
David Nilssen
Leadership starts with clarity. This session helps participants define who they are as leaders and build a consistent leadership brand that shows up clearly in decisions, behaviors, and communication.
Session 2
Building Emotional Intelligence
Dr. Brooks Holtom
As responsibility increases, emotional intelligence becomes critical. This session strengthens self-awareness and empathy so leaders can navigate difficult conversations, build trust, and lead with composure under pressure.
Session 3
Communicating With Impact
David Hajdu
Leaders are measured by how clearly they think and communicate. This session focuses on crafting precise, persuasive messages that influence decisions and resonate with different audiences.
Session 4
Negotiating Internally and Externally
Dr. Brooks Holtom
Senior leaders negotiate every day. This session develops the ability to align interests, manage trade-offs, and create durable agreements that move the business forward.
02 — Lead Your Team
Session 5
Acquiring the Best Talent for the Right Seats
David Nilssen
Hiring is one of the highest-leverage leadership decisions. This session builds a disciplined approach to identifying, evaluating, and selecting top talent.
Session 6
Coaching Talent for High Performance
David Nilssen
Great leaders develop other leaders. This session teaches high-performance coaching skills that unlock accountability, growth, and results through effective one-on-one conversations.
Session 7
Coordinating Efforts and Creating Accountability
David Hajdu
As teams scale, execution breaks without clarity. This session shows leaders how to translate strategy into aligned goals, clear ownership, and execution rhythms that drive consistent results.
Session 8
Retaining Talent Through Engagement
Dr. Brooks Holtom & David Hajdu
Retention is a leadership challenge, not an HR problem. This session helps leaders create environments where high performers stay engaged, motivated, and committed to the organization.
03 — Lead the Organization
Session 9
Designing Workflows for Efficiency
David Hajdu
As organizations grow, inefficiency compounds. This session teaches leaders how to design scalable workflows that reduce friction, eliminate waste, and improve operational efficiency.
Session 10
Using Data to Inform Decision-Making
David Nilssen
Strong leaders make better decisions faster. This session focuses on using data and structured analysis to evaluate trade-offs, reduce uncertainty, and communicate decisions with confidence.
Session 11
Innovating While Executing
David Nilssen
Growth requires both innovation and operational discipline. This session shows leaders how to balance exploration with execution and build a culture that supports both.
Session 12
Leading Change
Dr. Brooks Holtom
The program concludes with a capstone session on leading change. This session focuses on aligning stakeholders, managing resistance, and driving adoption during periods of transformation.

WHAT YOU GET

Your People Walk Away With

Core Leadership Skills

  • Master crucial conversations that drive results
  • Build high-performance teams
  • Lead strategic planning with confidence
  • Navigate organizational transformation

Strategic AI Integration

  • Deep understanding of Generative AI
  • Agentic AI principles and applications
  • Tool evaluation framework
  • Team AI adoption strategy

Real Business Impact

  • 3 implemented improvement projects
  • Documented ROI improvements
  • Process optimizations (5-10 hrs/week savings)
  • Successful change initiative led

WHO IS THIS FOR

Who Is AI Leadership Training For?

Perfect If You're:

  • Your organization's members scaling businesses $500K to $5M+ in revenue
  • Director-level and above
  • Ready to commit 1, 2 or 3 full days to leadership development
  • High-potential executives from member companies also thrive in this program

NOT For You If:

  • Looking for quick fixes or magic bullets
  • Want AI tools without leadership fundamentals
  • Won't show up consistently
  • Think AI alone solves leadership challenges

ESTIMATED INVESTMENT

$2,000

per participant

* Final pricing varies based on the number of participants.

What's Included:

  • Full program delivered as a 1, 2 or 3 day intensive
  • 360-degree feedback
  • All materials and resources
  • AI Fundamentals layer
  • Personal Brand Portfolio
  • Quarterly coaching check-ins
  • Online community access
  • Core leadership curriculum
  • Leadership + AI Certification

If This Program Helps Each of Your People:

Avoid one costly miscommunication$10K+ saved
Retain one key team member$100K+ saved
Make one better strategic decision$50K+ impact
Implement one process improvement5-10 hrs/week

The program has already paid for itself 20x over.

TESTIMONIALS

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Testimonials from program participants coming soon.

Frequently Asked Questions

I'm not a founder. Can I still join?+
Absolutely! This program is designed for senior leaders, directors, and high-potential team members. All welcome.
How is this different from an AI bootcamp?+
AI bootcamps teach tools. This program develops the leadership capabilities needed to actually implement AI successfully. Tools without leadership skills is why 95% of AI initiatives fail.
Will I actually learn AI or is it just superficial?+
You'll learn both Generative AI and Agentic AI principles deeply, but always in the context of real business application. Every session integrates AI as a strategic tool.
Do I need to be technical?+
Not at all. This program is designed for business leaders, not engineers. We focus on strategic AI application, not coding.
What if a participant can't attend the full intensive?+
All materials are provided. We work with your organization to bring participants who miss part of the program up to speed afterward.
Is this online or in-person?+
The program is delivered as a 1, 2 or 3 day in-person intensive at your location or ours. Hybrid formats can be arranged on request.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I earn university credit for an AI Officer Institute course? +

No. AI Officer Institute is an independent training organization. Our courses do not carry university credit, a degree, or an academic certification from any university. What you do get is world-class, practitioner-led training designed and developed in conjunction with Dr. Brooks Holtom of Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business — the same curriculum officially used in Georgetown's Executive MBA program.

What is the relationship between AI Officer Institute and Georgetown University? +

Our "Leadership in the AI Era" curriculum was designed and developed in conjunction with Dr. Brooks Holtom of Georgetown's McDonough School of Business and is officially used in their Executive MBA program. AI Officer Institute is an independent organization and is not a division, affiliate, or subsidiary of Georgetown University.

How can I enroll in Georgetown's Executive MBA program? +

Georgetown offers the Executive MBA in two locations: Washington, D.C. and Dubai. Visit their admissions pages directly to learn about requirements, timelines, and tuition.