AI Transformation Lead Bootcamp

Become a certified AI Transformation Lead in 6 weeks

Every company (including ours) is looking for top talent to lead their AI deployments. And the demand for AI transformation expertise far exceeds the supply of qualified consultants.

In this 6-week bootcamp, you’ll learn Section’s proven methodology for enterprise AI deployments – the same frameworks we use with Fortune 500 clients. And you’ll leave with the skills and certification to make “Head of AI” your job.

1-2 bootcamp participants will be hired as Section AI consultants.

Program breakdown

WHEN

January 12 - February 27

TIME COMMITMENT

5-8 hours per week (2-3 live instruction, 3-5 async work)

Cohort size

10 slots available

WHO IT’S FOR

Ambitious professionals who want to be AI leads or consultants to the enterprise

WHO IT'S NOT FOR

People with general AI interest who don’t want to deploy AI to the enterprise

Price

$5,000 $3,000 before Dec. 15

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to your organization

Who should apply

This program is designed for AI-experienced professionals who want to become transformation leaders, not AI beginners. Ideal candidates:

Have baseline AI knowledge with proven daily usage

Seek consulting roles in AI or leadership positions in their organization

Are interested in applying proven frameworks, not building their own

Can commit 5-8 hours weekly alongside their current job

What you’ll leave with

AI Transformation Lead certification

Proven methodology for deploying AI in the enterprise, to be used as an enterprise AI lead or independent consultant

Network of connected AI experts to help you find employment and opportunities

(1-2 participants) New, paid opportunity as a Section AI consultant

Week-by-week: What you’ll master

Week 1: Benchmarking organizational AI maturity

  • Master Section’s diagnostic methodology and learn to assess organizational AI readiness

  • Build the business case for AI investment

  • Understand the 3 levels of transformation recommendations

  • Exercise: Build a 1-slide pitch to the CFO for investing in an LLM

Week 2: Guiding executive AI decisions

  • Learn the 3 decisions executives must make for successful AI deployment:

  • Guide and advise clients on strategic conversations with confidence

  • Nail the pro’s and con’s of various paths and help clients make the right decision

  • Exercise: Debate on rolling out a “raw” LLM like ChatGPT Enterprise vs. a platform like Glean

Week 3: Driving adoption via functional champions

  • Learn to identify and enable the right set of champions

  • Support leaders in developing department-specific AI plans

  • Stand up and oversee 2-3 pilots per quarter for measurable ROI

Week 4: Driving individual use with change management

  • Learn to set clear and measurable AI adoption targets

  • Certify proficiency continuously as AI’s capabilities evolve

  • Build a change management calendar that drives continuous adoption

  • Exercise: Debate on using a carrot vs. stick approach to AI usage

Week 5: Redesigning workflows with AI

  • Master the 4 stages of successful workflow redesign

  • Apply best practices from real workflow redesigns from our client base

  • Avoid common pitfalls by applying the Section funnel approach

Week 6: Capstone presentations

  • Present your AI maturity deep dive and strategic recommendations to a panel of experienced consultants and AI leaders

  • Graduate or graduate with distinction

Meet your instructor

Taylor Malmsheimer
Taylor Malmsheimer is the COO and Head of Strategy at Section, where she has co-developed the company’s proprietary methodologies for driving AI transformation. She is a seasoned executive who can break down AI deployment into tangible steps and give you a clear roadmap to execute at your organization. Prior to Section, she worked as a consultant for Gartner and L2.

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WEEK 0
Onboarding
JAN 12
JAN 13
Live lecture
JAN 14
Prep for group discussion
JAN 15
Group discussion
JAN 16
Office hours
Week 1
Benchmarking organizational AI maturity
JAN 19
JAN 20
Live lecture
JAN 21
Prep for group discussion
JAN 22
Group discussion
JAN 23
Office hours
Week 2
Guiding executive AI decisions
JAN 24
JAN 25
Live lecture
JAN 26
Prep for group discussion
JAN 27
Group discussion
JAN 28
Office hours
Week 3
Driving adoption via functional champions
FEB 2
FEB 3
Live lecture
FEB 4
Prep for group discussion
FEB 5
Group discussion
FEB 6
Office hours
Week 4
Driving individual use with change management
FEB 9
FEB 10
Live lecture
FEB 11
Prep for group discussion
FEB 12
Group discussion
FEB 13
Office hours
WEEK 5
Redesigning workflows with AI
FEB 16
FEB 17
Live lecture
FEB 18
Prep for group discussion
FEB 19
Group discussion
FEB 20
Office hours
WEEK 6
Capstone presentations
FEB 23
12pm ET Project kickoff
FEB 24
Live lecture
FEB 25
Prep for group discussion
FEB 26
Group discussion
FEB 27
Office hours

FAQ

(the stuff you actually want to know)

Who is this program for?

This bootcamp is designed for AI-experienced professionals, not beginners. Ideal candidates have baseline AI knowledge with proven daily usage and are seeking consulting roles or leadership positions in AI transformation.

What if I don't have a company to do my capstone project with?

No problem. We can connect you with nonprofits or organizations that need AI maturity assessments, or you can work with a group you're involved with (church, volunteer organization, etc.).

Can my company pay for this program?

Yes. Many participants get reimbursement from their employer, as the program output (your AI transformation plan) directly benefits your organization. Use our Reimbursement Case Builder GPT to create your request.

What's the time commitment?

5-8 hours per week: 2 hours of live instruction (Tuesdays and Thursdays during business hours), plus 3-6 hours of project work you can do on your own schedule.

Will I get a job at Section?

We don't guarantee job offers, but we plan to hire 1-2 consultants from each cohort. All graduates with distinction will be considered for future Section opportunities and client recommendations.

What if I can't attend all live sessions?

All sessions are recorded, but graduation requires 90%+ attendance at live lectures and discussion sections. The interactive components are essential for certification.

Is this program accredited?

This is a professional certification program, not academic coursework. You'll receive a Section certification badge and be eligible for our “Graduate with Distinction” credential based on capstone performance.

What makes this different from other AI training programs?

This program teaches proprietary methodologies used with Fortune 500 clients, includes real project work, and provides direct assessment for consulting opportunities. It's designed for transformation leadership, not basic AI skills.