Consul General's Distinguished Lecture Series: AI Hands On

Island SPACE Caribbean Museum invites you to an enlightening hands-on workshop as part of Jamaican Consul General R. Oliver Mair’s Distinguished Lecture Series. On Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 6:00 PM, we proudly welcome Charles Smart, accomplished AI and Data Strategist.

Last year, Charles Smart inspired audiences in AI for Jamaica: Crafting a Framework for Innovation, Inclusion and Growth. This year, he returns with an entirely new format: a beginner to pro hands-on, interactive workshop designed to put AI tools directly into your hands.

Whether you’re completely new to AI or already exploring its possibilities, this session will give you practical, ready-to-use skills you can immediately apply in your personal life, career, or business.

What You’ll Learn & Do

• ChatGPT Essentials — how to write effective prompts and get the most from AI conversations
• AI Video Creation — step-by-step tools to generate engaging video content
• Best AI Tools — explore which platforms are right for business, work, and creative projects
• Real-Time Practice — bring your laptop or tablet and create alongside the instructor
• Takeaway Resources — leave with prompts, tools, and guides you can use right away

This isn’t just a lecture — it’s a chance to learn by doing.

Bonus: Private AI Sessions

Feeling overwhelmed by AI? Book a FREE 1:1 clarity call with Charles Smart after the event.

• Personalized support
• Go at your own pace
• First session is completely free

Don't want to wait until October? Book your free 1:1 clarity call now!

Reserve here: https://ai.metaiblockworkshops.com

About

Island Society for the Promotion of Artistic and Cultural Education (Island SPACE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of arts, culture, history, and educational initiatives that represent the Caribbean region, in South Florida and the broader diaspora. The public is invited to visit the Caribbean museum Thursdays through Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. through 7:00 p.m. and Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. General museum entry is $15 per adult and $7 per child. Visit www.islandspacefl.org to learn more.

To become a vendor or sponsor, please email museum@islandspacefl.org with the name of the event.

Island SPACE is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the Broward County Cultural Division, BBX Capital Foundation, Community Reinvestment Alliance of Florida, “King” George Jograj, Dr. Lydia Malcom of Authentic Behavioral Health LLC, and her husband, Mr. Waynewright Malcolm, Alexandra P. Davis, and the following funds at the Community Foundation of Broward: Judith Cornfeld Fund for the Arts, Helen and Frank Stoykov Charitable Endowment Fund, and The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation Broward Community Fund

Location Map

See the directions and map below, and look out for the Island SPACE feather banner:

1. Park in the lot near the northeast entrance.
2. Walk north (toward Broward Blvd / the building under construction) along the outside of the building.
3. Turn into the double doors immediately before the construction.
4. Walk into the mall for about a minute. We'll be the first storefront on the left.

If you have any trouble, call 954-999-0989.