Brad Wise Professional Development Portfolio

Continued Learning

An ongoing look at what I am learning across executive leadership, AI, software development, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, and revenue strategy.

Focus Areas

At a Glance

Executive Leadership

Leadership

Strategic communication, decision-making, executive presence, storytelling, influence, mentoring, AI-first leadership, and leading teams through AI adoption and change.

Artificial Intelligence

Technical emphasis

Deep current concentration in agentic systems, GPT-5 workflows, prompting, and applied tooling. Generative AI, agents, OpenAI APIs, RAG, local LLMs, and practical business application of AI tools.

Business Growth & Strategy

Business development

Business development, sales strategy, virtual pitching, operating efficiency, and AI-era business model innovation.

Engineering & Architecture

Delivery capability

Cloud-native architecture, microservices, AI-enabled software delivery, collaboration tooling, agile practice, secure platform operations, and cybersecurity awareness.

Technical Track

Artificial Intelligence & Agentic Systems

Recent work centers on AI agents, GPT-5, prompting, RAG, OpenAI tooling, NotebookLM, Codex, and practical adoption of AI in product and engineering workflows.

28 courses
  • OpenAI Codex 101: From Idea to Deployed AppMay 2026
  • Model Context Protocol (MCP): Hands-On with Agentic AIMar 2026
  • 10-in-10 AI ChallengeNov 2025
  • Build and Deploy Anywhere with OpenAI GPT-5-CodexDec 2025
  • Build with AI: Creating AI Agents with GPT-5Dec 2025
  • Learning NotebookLMDec 2025
  • NotebookLM for ResearchDec 2025
  • NotebookLM: First LookNov 2025
  • Prompting with Agentic TechniquesDec 2025
  • Vibe Code This: AI-Powered Branded Infographics ToolDec 2025
  • AI Automation with Anthropic Claude API's Agentic Computer UseJun 2025
  • Automate Development Tasks with OpenAI's CodexMay 2025
  • Agentic AI: Building Data-First AI AgentsMar 2025
  • ChatGPT's Operator: Automating Everyday Tasks with AI AgentsMay 2025
  • Google Gemini: Get Started with Google's AI AssistantFeb 2025
  • OpenAI API: Function CallingMar 2025
  • OpenAI API: IntroductionMar 2025
  • OpenAI API: Working with FilesMar 2025
  • RAG Tuned AIs with the Cohere API PlatformJun 2025
  • Speak with AI: Get the Most from ChatGPT Advanced Voice ModeMay 2025
  • Vibe Coding Fundamentals: Tools and Best PracticesMay 2025
  • Developing with Llama 3: Meta's Innovative and Open Large Language ModelMar 2025
  • Installing, Running and Testing LLMs on Your Local ComputerMar 2025
  • Small Language Models and Llama FileMar 2025
  • Using Lightweight AI with Small Language ModelsMar 2025
  • AI-Driven Software Development with OpenAI's CanvasDec 2024
  • Prompt Engineering and AI Agents with ChatGPTDec 2024
  • What Is Generative AI?Feb 2024

Leadership Track

Executive Leadership, Communication & Mentoring

Executive-oriented development across strategy, presence, influence, communication, mentoring, and leading teams through AI adoption.

27 courses
  • High-Velocity Decision-Making for Senior Leaders and ExecutivesFeb 2026
  • 1% Leadership: How Tiny Changes Forge Great LeadersFeb 2026
  • Becoming AI-First: A 90-Day Plan for Business TeamsApr 2026
  • Human-Centered Leadership in the Age of AIApr 2026
  • The AI-First Executive: Habits and Prompts for 10X LeadershipApr 2026
  • The Three Pillars of Effective CommunicationFeb 2026
  • Nano Tips for Strategic Storytelling with Andy EningerFeb 2026
  • Mel Robbins on ConfidenceApr 2026
  • Building Focus in a Distracting WorldFeb 2026
  • Take Notes That Actually Help You RememberNov 2025
  • Executive LeadershipFeb 2025
  • How to Master Your Executive PresenceFeb 2025
  • 20 Habits of Executive LeadershipFeb 2025
  • The Neuroscience of Strategy and Creative LeadershipFeb 2025
  • Executive Presence on Video Conference CallsMar 2025
  • The Changing Role of the CEOMar 2025
  • Adopting the Habits of Elite PerformersFeb 2025
  • Creating Personal ConnectionsMar 2025
  • How to Commit Learning to MemoryFeb 2025
  • How to Learn FasterFeb 2025
  • The Unspoken Rules of High Performers and High PotentialsMar 2025
  • Mentoring Employees in the Era of AIJun 2025
  • A Navy SEAL's Surprising Key to Building Unstoppable Teams: CaringFeb 2025
  • Coach Your Team to Learn, Stretch, and GrowJun 2025
  • Become an Inspiring MentorJun 2025
  • Becoming an Impactful and Influential LeaderMar 2024
  • How to Speak So People Want to ListenMar 2024

Commercial Track

Business Strategy, Sales & Market Growth

Coursework oriented toward operating efficiency, business development, sales execution, product thinking, and strategic growth in modern commercial environments.

14 courses
  • Operations Oversights That Increase EfficiencyFeb 2026
  • Innovating Business Models for the AI EraJun 2025
  • Integrating Generative AI into Business StrategyJan 2025
  • Fundamentals of Agentic AI: Business Implications and Ethical InsightsFeb 2025
  • Root Cause Analysis: Getting to the Root of Business ProblemsFeb 2025
  • Business Development FoundationsMar 2025
  • Delivering a Great Virtual Sales PitchJun 2025
  • Sales Strategies and Approaches in a New World of SellingMar 2025
  • B2B Sales FoundationsMar 2025
  • B2B Sales Strategy: Winning Plays for Big ContractsMar 2025
  • B2B Sales Strategy: Pre-call Prep for Virtual or In-Person DealsJun 2025
  • Generative AI for Product ManagersFeb 2024
  • Advanced Google AnalyticsOct 2024
  • Learning PPC with Google AdsMar 2024

Platform Track

Engineering Delivery, Cloud & Cybersecurity

Technical foundations across cloud-native applications, microservices, Microsoft Copilot workflows, agile practice, and security awareness.

19 courses
  • Insights on Cloud Computing with Lynn LangitMay 2026
  • Cloud Native Twelve-Factor and Fifteen-Factor ApplicationsJan 2025
  • Microsoft Copilot for Azure SQL DatabaseFeb 2025
  • Microservices FoundationsJan 2025
  • Case Study: Visualize Complex Microservice Data Using PythonFeb 2025
  • Copilot in Teams: AI-Powered CollaborationFeb 2025
  • Streamlining Your Work with Microsoft CopilotFeb 2025
  • Copilot in Outlook: Maximize Your Workday EfficiencyMar 2025
  • What Is MoSCoW Prioritization?Apr 2026
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM)Dec 2008
  • Cybersecurity Awareness: MalwareFeb 2026
  • Cybersecurity Awareness: RansomwareFeb 2026
  • Cybersecurity Awareness: Social EngineeringFeb 2026
  • Cybersecurity Awareness: Cybersecurity TerminologyMar 2026
  • Demystifying Advanced and Complex Security TopicsFeb 2026
  • LLM Security: How to Protect Your Generative AI InvestmentsMay 2025
  • Copilot Studio First LookFeb 2025
  • Exploring the Future of Development with GitHub Copilot WorkspaceDec 2024
  • Build AI Aptitude in Your Organization as a LeaderFeb 2024