# The Gen AI Academy

> Human-first, expert-led AI training and advisory for organisations and individuals — closing the gap between AI tool access and genuine AI capability.

The Gen AI Academy is a UK-based global AI learning and advisory organisation, co-founded by Dave Birss and Helena McAleer in 2024. We work with organisations at every stage of AI adoption, from building initial AI literacy through to full-scale transformation, and with individuals building their own AI skills. Our approach is built on real-world experience rather than theory, and our goal is for teams to become self-sufficient: good enough at using AI that they no longer need us.

## For Organisations
- [AI Training](https://thegenaiacademy.com/ai-training/): Hands-on, expert-led sessions tailored to teams' roles and goals.
- [AI Activation Day](https://thegenaiacademy.com/ai-activation-day/): A full-day immersive AI kickstart for teams under 60 people.
- [AI Adoption Programme](https://thegenaiacademy.com/ai-adoption-programme/): Strategic, structured support for organisation-wide AI adoption, built around the 4R Segmentation Framework.
- [AI Pioneer Programme](https://thegenaiacademy.com/ai-pioneer-programme/): A flagship 30-week programme for building deep, lasting organisational AI capability.

## For Individuals and Leaders
- [On-Demand Courses](https://thegenaiacademy.com/courses/): Self-paced, expert-built courses across AI literacy, marketing, leadership, HR, and more.
- [Masterclasses](https://thegenaiacademy.com/masterclasses/): Live, facilitator-led learning series with our faculty.
- [AI Training for Leaders](https://thegenaiacademy.com/ai-training-for-leaders/): Training designed specifically for leadership audiences.
- [1:1 Coaching](https://thegenaiacademy.com/coaching/): Expert coaching for leaders building their AI knowledge.
- [CEO Coaching](https://thegenaiacademy.com/ceo-coaching/): Executive coaching for CEOs on AI-powered leadership and operating models.
- [Supported Learning](https://thegenaiacademy.com/free-ai-courses/): Free entry-point resources for individuals starting out.

## The Faculty
- [Meet the Faculty](https://thegenaiacademy.com/expert-hub/): Practitioner experts, not theorists, each specialising in a different facet of applied AI — including Dave Birss (creativity, innovation, AI foundations), Toju Duke (responsible AI and governance), Karrie Sullivan (organisational psychology and AI adoption), Isvari Maranwe (AI agents and agentic governance), and others.

## Library
- [Insights](https://thegenaiacademy.com/library/insights/): Articles on AI adoption, strategy, and practical use.
- [Books](https://thegenaiacademy.com/library/books/): Free downloadable guides, including "10 Questions For Every Business Leader."
- [Podcasts](https://thegenaiacademy.com/library/podcasts/): Audio and video content on AI adoption in practice.

## About
- [About Us](https://thegenaiacademy.com/about-us/): Our mission, story, and approach.
- [Contact Us](https://thegenaiacademy.com/contact-us/): Get in touch, including a free 15-minute consultation booking link.