Description

Communications Committee Meeting – Q2 2026

Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Location: Westervelt Mill - More Details Coming soon! 

Agenda

9:30 AM
Arrival at Mill

9:45 AM
Welcome, Anti-Trust Statement & Introductions
Donna Jackson, International Paper

10:00 AM
AI Prompting 101
Ed McCrae, Educate 360

AI is already reshaping how work gets done. In this practical session, we will explore how today’s AI tools are being used across the workplace and how you can begin using them with confidence right away.

You’ll learn the fundamentals of effective prompting, why small changes to your inputs lead to better outcomes, and how to apply AI across real-world business scenarios. Whether you are using tools within Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, or standalone platforms, this session will focus on practical, transferable skills you can use immediately.

Led by Ed McCrae, a Microsoft Certified Trainer and Applications Instructor with over 18 years of experience at New Horizons, this session draws on deep expertise across platforms including Microsoft Copilot, the Office suite, SharePoint, Power BI, Project Management, and Business Skills.

By the end, you will have a clear, actionable approach to turning everyday tasks into faster, smarter workflows.

11:15 AM
AI Resource Guide – Committee Discussion
Donna Jackson, International Paper

12:00 PM
Lunch & Committee Discussion
Donna Jackson, International Paper

1:00 PM
Mill Tour

2:00 PM
Adjourn