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The Week in AI

Your weekly briefing on AI developments that matter for B2B distribution. No hype, no fluff—just practical insights you can use immediately.

NEXT LIVE SESSION 45 min + Q&A
THU 2 PM ET

This Week's Topic

Voice AI ROI: Measuring What Matters in 2026

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What You'll Learn Each Week

Whether you're just starting your AI journey or scaling existing implementations, every session delivers actionable insights.

Breaking AI News

We filter the noise so you don't have to. Curated updates on AI developments that actually impact B2B distribution.

  • Weekly industry news digest
  • Analysis of what it means for you

Live Product Demos

See real AI in action, not slide decks. Live demonstrations of Voice AI handling actual customer scenarios.

  • Unscripted live interactions
  • Real ERP data (anonymized)

Customer Case Studies

Learn from peers who've already made the journey. Real implementation experiences—what worked and what didn't.

  • Candid implementation stories
  • ROI numbers and timelines

Implementation Playbooks

Walk away with frameworks you can use Monday morning. Specific playbooks for common challenges.

  • Downloadable templates
  • Step-by-step guides

Live Q&A

Every session ends with open Q&A. Technical questions, strategic advice, vendor comparisons—ask anything.

  • Direct access to experts
  • Anonymous question option

Peer Networking

Connect with distribution leaders facing similar challenges. Companies from $20M to $500M in revenue.

  • Private attendee community
  • Industry-specific breakouts

Recent Topics

Catch up on insights from recent sessions.

Who Should Attend?

Designed for distribution professionals who need to understand AI's impact—without getting lost in technical jargon.

Operations Leaders

COOs and Operations Managers looking to automate workflows without disrupting what works.

IT Directors & CIOs

Technology leaders evaluating AI solutions and building the business case for investment.

CEOs & Executives

Business leaders who need strategic perspective without getting buried in technical details.

Industries We Cover

Distribution
Electrical
HVAC
Plumbing
Pharmaceutical
Foodservice
Chris VanIttersum
YOUR HOST

Chris VanIttersum

CEO & Founder, Workd

15 years in B2B distribution technology. First as a customer dealing with legacy ERP frustrations, then as a founder building the solutions he wished existed. Deep experience implementing technology across the distribution industry.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a sales pitch?

No. While we do show Workd demos, the focus is on education. We cover general AI topics and strategies that apply regardless of what software you use. Many regular attendees have never become Workd customers.

What if I miss a session?

All registrants receive the recording within 24 hours. You can also subscribe to our newsletter for written recaps of each session's key points.

Is this suitable for beginners?

Yes. We assume no prior AI knowledge. If you've been hearing about AI but aren't sure what's hype versus reality, this is a good place to start. We explain concepts in plain language.

How long has this been running?

We started The Week in AI in early 2025. It's now one of the longest-running webinar series focused specifically on AI for B2B distribution.