Dragons' Den star to deliver Chamber workshop on AI

Two business leaders who are at the cutting edge of AI will deliver an exclusive workshop for Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce members.

Piers Linney, a former dragon on TV’s Dragons' Den, and fellow co-founder of Implement AI, Dr Aalok Shulka, will be sharing best practice for SMEs on achieving growth by leveraging AI agents.

The workshop, ‘Grow Your Workforce, Not Your Payroll: Unlocking Business Growth with AI Agents’, takes place on 4 June at the GBCC’s 54 Hagley Road premises.

The exclusive Chamber member workshop is part of the GBCC’s Business Growth Studio, a new programme aimed at giving small businesses the essential tools to thrive in today’s competitive landscape.

This practical workshop will equip SME leaders with the knowledge of how to boost productivity, streamline operations and achieve growth by leveraging AI agents. 

Participants do not need a tech background to take part – it is aimed at SME decision makers seeking practical, accessible insights into how AI can work for their business.

Piers Linney, chair and co-founder of Implement AI, said: “We’re focused on helping business owners and leaders understand, embrace and implement AI to drive growth, reduce costs, and stay competitive.

“With AI evolving rapidly, the noise can be overwhelming - and the first steps towards building an AI-enabled organisation often feel unclear.

“This event will cut through the hype, offering clear guidance, real-world examples, and practical use cases to help attendees confidently begin their AI journey.”

Dr Aalok Shukla, CEO and co-founder of Implement AI, said: “At this event with the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce, we’ll show you exactly how to put AI to work.

“Whether you’re in retail, healthcare, or professional services, this is about practical steps you can take today to build your digital workforce and scale smarter.

“You’ll learn how AI agents and digital teams can take on real tasks across your business - from sales and support to admin and onboarding.

“You’ll also discover how an AI agent teams can help you launch entirely new products, services, or even departments to drive a more profitable and productive organisation.

“We’ll show you what’s possible, what’s working now, and how to start applying it in your world.

“You’ll see how AI agents can plug into your operations, free up your team, and drive growth - without increasing your payroll.”

Find out more and book on to the event.