From Idea to Scaled AI Business: The Complete 2026 Playbook
Most AI startups fail because they skip validation and build products nobody wants. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the proven frameworks successful founders use to research, validate, and launch businesses that scale, fueled by the latest AI tools and methods.
In just two hours, you’ll see live demos of cutting-edge AI research tools, practice with guided frameworks, and walk away with your own AI-powered validation playbook for turning ideas into deployable products in weeks, not months.
This isn’t theory. It’s the battle-tested methodology used by AI entrepreneurs who’ve built, launched, and scaled startups in today’s hyper-competitive market.
What You’ll Experience
✨ The Step-by-Step Validation Framework – Replace months of guesswork with a simple system for testing ideas fast
✨ AI Tools in Action – See how LemiLeap and modern AI research assistants slash market research from weeks to days
✨ Hands-On Practice – Work through real-world business scenarios with guided prompts and templates
✨ Rapid Prototyping – Learn how to create AI-powered products using no-code/low-code platforms
✨ Your Action Plan – Leave with a 7-day roadmap for validating your own business idea
Featured Speakers & Facilitators
👋 Beck Nadir brings over a decade of AI expertise from Microsoft and Moz as a Veteran Data Scientist. As Co-Founder and CTO of Lemileap.ai, he bridges cutting-edge AI technology with real-world business applications. With a MBA from University of Washington, Beck is an affiliate professor teaching "AI for Entrepreneurs" at UW Foster School of Business, helping business leaders harness AI for competitive advantage.
👋 Shamila Nadir combines scientific rigor with entrepreneurial vision as Co-Founder and CEO of Lemileap.ai. With a PhD from USC and 10+ years of data science consulting, she brings a unique analytical approach to AI business strategy. As an affiliate professor of AI for business at UW Foster School of Business, Shamila is passionate about making AI accessible and actionable for entrepreneurs and business leaders.
Who Should Attend
Product leaders & innovators seeking rapid experimentation frameworks
Aspiring founders ready to test and validate new ideas
Entrepreneurs exploring AI-powered business opportunities
Community members curious about how AI accelerates the startup journey
What You’ll Take Home
✅ Your own AI Prompt Library for idea validation, customer research, copywriting, and prototyping
✅ A personalized action plan for the next 7 days of validation
✅ Confidence to move forward (or pivot) with data-driven clarity
✅ New connections across Seattle’s AI and startup community
PARKING INFORMATION
Parking on campus can be difficult, so we recommend taking light rail, public transportation, or a rideshare when possible. The “U District” station is the nearest light rail stop (5-minute walk). Should you need to park on campus, the directions are below.
Visitor parking is available via the online Pay by Phone parking app to park in self-pay parking lots: N01 or N20/N21. Please note that the N01 parking lot (in front of the Burke Museum) is frequently full. The Central Plaza Garage and N20/21 lots are your next best options, so plan extra time for a walk.
Here is a map of the self-pay parking lots on campus.
Here is a map of Seattle campus. The event is in Dempsey Hall near the north gatehouse.
* If you need disability accommodations, the Gatehouse Parking Specialist can direct guest to the nearest ADA stall. ADA guest can use our permits in any open ADA space in any lot as long as they have the correct credentials.
Please contact the Transportation Services, Events Office at (206) 616-8710 if you have any questions or need further assistance with your parking arrangement at the University of Washington, Seattle Campus.