Presented Together By
Blankenship IT Solutions
and
Fortinet

AI: Helping or Hurting?

Cybersecurity for Modern AI Implementations

Join BITS and Fortinet for a practical, nontechnical conversation about using AI effectively. At the same time, learn how to maintain control of your data, security, and organizational standards.

Complimentary attendance. Advance registration is required.
Date Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Sessions Breakfast at 7:00 AM or Lunch at 11:30 AM
Location Blankenship CPA Group, Brentwood, TN
The AI Challenge

Your Organization May Already Be Using More AI Than You Realize

Employees are already using AI to draft emails, summarize meetings, review documents, research questions, create marketing content, analyze information, and automate routine work.

Although these tools can create meaningful value, they can also introduce risk. Without clear visibility, your organization may not know which tools are being used, what information employees are entering, or how that information may be stored, shared, or reused.

Therefore, business leaders need a practical approach that balances innovation with responsible oversight. Join Blankenship IT Solutions and Fortinet to explore how your organization can benefit from AI while protecting sensitive information, creating reasonable policies, and maintaining visibility into actual usage.

What You Will Learn

A Practical Framework for Responsible AI Adoption

This is a business and leadership discussion, not a technical seminar.

1

Use AI More Productively

For example, organizations are using AI to improve communication, reduce repetitive work, support decisions, and save time.

2

Understand the Real Risks

Learn how confidential, financial, legal, client, donor, and employee information can be exposed through inappropriate AI use.

3

Identify Shadow AI

Understand why the tools your organization officially approves may not be the only AI platforms employees are using.

4

Create Practical Guardrails

Learn how policies, employee education, visibility, and technical controls can support innovation without unnecessary restrictions.

5

Protect Data and Access

See how modern security tools can help protect sensitive information and establish appropriate access around AI-enabled workflows.

6

Build a Strategic Foundation

Learn how a strong IT and cybersecurity partner can help your organization use technology as a strategic advantage.

Registration

Choose Your Session and Reserve Your Seat

Attendance is complimentary. However, advance registration is required because space is limited and meals will be provided.

Event Details

Breakfast Session Wednesday, September 2, 2026 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM Breakfast provided
Lunch Session Wednesday, September 2, 2026 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM Lunch provided

What to Expect

  • Practical, nontechnical guidance for business leaders
  • Real-world examples of responsible AI adoption
  • Cybersecurity insight from BITS and Fortinet
  • Complimentary AI Acceptable Use Policy consultation opportunity
Event Location Blankenship CPA Group, PLLC Founders Room 101 Winners Circle North Brentwood, TN 37027
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Please let us know about any dietary restrictions, allergies, accessibility needs, or accommodations.
Event Location

Blankenship CPA Group, PLLC

Founders Room
101 Winners Circle North
Brentwood, TN 37027

After you register, we will send additional arrival and parking information with your confirmation.

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Wednesday, September 2, 2026

AI Should Create Opportunity, Not Uncertainty

Join Blankenship IT Solutions and Fortinet for a practical conversation about using AI thoughtfully, securely, and strategically.

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