Unlocking ChatGPT-5: Build a Smarter Business with AI

  • November 05, 2025
  • 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Zoom

Registration

  • Available to MDPPA Members in good standing with the Association.
  • This ticket is for all Non-MDPPA members.

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Unlocking ChatGPT-5: Build a Smarter Business with AI, presented by Kira Derryberry!

When: 11/5/2025

Time: 5 - 9 PM EST

Where: Zoom (Zoom details are provided after registration is complete.) 

Program Description:
This half-day virtual workshop is designed for photographers, creatives, and small business owners who want to build a strong foundation in ChatGPT-5 and start using it as a powerful behind-the-scenes business assistant. Whether you’re brand new to AI or looking to get more from your subscription, this session will walk you through the latest features and show you how to use them in practical, business-focused ways.

In this session, attendees will explore:

  • The key differences between free and paid ChatGPT plans
  • How to organize work using Project Folders and Memory
  • What Deep Research Mode can do and how to use it
  • How to activate and get results from Agent Mode
  • How to customize ChatGPT’s responses with Custom Instructions
  • Real-world examples of AI-powered workflows for marketing, planning, and productivity

This is a demo-heavy class with plenty of opportunities to follow along. Participants will walk away with a clearer understanding of how ChatGPT-5 can support their business and save time day-to-day.



Kira Derryberry, M.Photog.Hon.M.Photog.Cr., CPP

Kira Derryberry is a professional photographer, educator, and the founder of Boss Level AI, where she teaches creatives and small business owners how to level up their businesses using AI. With over 20 years of experience in portrait photography and a background in web development and marketing, Kira blends creativity with tech-savvy strategy to help others streamline their workflow, elevate their brand, and save time.

Kira currently serves as Chair of the Board for Professional Photographers of America (PPA) and is a past president of the association. She’s a sought-after speaker known for making AI approachable, actionable, and even fun. Through her workshops, courses, and custom tools, Kira empowers business owners to build smarter systems using ChatGPT and other emerging technologies.

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