BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Austin AI Alliance - ECPv6.17.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Austin AI Alliance X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://austin-ai.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Austin AI Alliance REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T233000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260225T013000 DTSTAMP:20260220T003945Z CREATED:20260115T222826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T003945Z UID:10000588-1771975800-1771983000@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:AITX Monthly Meetup DESCRIPTION:Get up-to-date information at: https://luma.com/aitx-feb26 Address: Antler VC Austin\, Texas United States Hosted by Jake O’Shea URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/aitx-monthly-meetup-7/ LOCATION:Antler VC\, 800 Brazos St\, Austin\, TX\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/AITX-Monthly-Meetup.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Jake O'Shea":MAILTO:calendar-invite@lu.ma GEO:30.269531;-97.74078 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Antler VC 800 Brazos St Austin TX United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 Brazos St:geo:-97.74078,30.269531 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260226T000000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260226T023000 DTSTAMP:20260220T003945Z CREATED:20260108T222431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T003945Z UID:10000580-1772064000-1772073000@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:The Data Portability Hackathon: Building Human-Centered AI DESCRIPTION:Get up-to-date information at: https://luma.com/aic_aitx_dti_225\nAddress:\nCheck event page for more details.\nHosted by The AI Collective & 6 others URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/the-data-portability-hackathon-building-human-centered-ai/ LOCATION:https://luma.com/event/evt-GdtgyID4Zf4y3E2 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/The-Data-Portability-Hackathon-Building-HumanCentered-AI.avif ORGANIZER;CN="The AI Collective":MAILTO:calendar-invite@lu.ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260226T233000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260227T020000 DTSTAMP:20260227T004044Z CREATED:20260205T225711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T004044Z UID:10000605-1772148600-1772157600@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:Applied AI Live #2: Agentic GTM Masterclass and OpenClaw Guardrails Mastermind DESCRIPTION:Get up-to-date information at: https://luma.com/AppliedAILive002 Address: Grain and Berry – Downtown Austin Austin\, Texas United States Hosted by Michael Daigler & Gary Sheng URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/applied-ai-live-2/ LOCATION:Grain and Berry – Downtown Austin\, 1213 W 5th St\, Austin\, TX\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/dbd65b45-1508-4567-892a-c292e197ca15.avif ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Daigler":MAILTO:calendar-invite@lu.ma GEO:30.271633;-97.758317 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Grain and Berry – Downtown Austin 1213 W 5th St Austin TX United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1213 W 5th St:geo:-97.758317,30.271633 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T160000 DTSTAMP:20260217T204411Z CREATED:20260217T204411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T204411Z UID:10000613-1772179200-1772208000@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:HealthTech AI Frontier 2026 DESCRIPTION:Lone Star HealthTech AI Frontier 2026 is an exclusive\, invitation-only summit taking place on February 27\, 2026\, at TMC³ (Texas Medical Center Innovation) in Houston\, Texas. Hosted by CENA Research Institute and Modi Ventures\, the event brings together approximately 300 high-leverage leaders from academia\, healthcare systems\, MedTech startups\, pharma\, policy\, and venture capital to focus on practical AI implementation in healthcare—moving beyond hype to examine real-world deployment\, measurable outcomes\, and scalable solutions. \nFor more information and tickets\, please visit https://luma.com/cena2026. URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/healthtech-ai-frontier-2026/ LOCATION:TX ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/cena2026.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T084500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T160000 DTSTAMP:20260217T212607Z CREATED:20260217T204946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T212607Z UID:10000614-1772527500-1772640000@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:Texas Symposium on Machine Learning\, Responsible AI & Robotics DESCRIPTION:Join Texas Robotics\, the Machine Learning Lab\, and Good Systems on March 3 & 4 for a two-day symposium exploring responsible innovation in AI and Robotics. Discover boundary-breaking research insights and enjoy thought-provoking talks as you connect with leaders across disciplines and sectors. \nHighlights include keynotes by Gregory D. Hager\, Kilian Weinberger\, and Alice Xiang\, panels exploring topics such as agentic AI (autonomous systems that use reasoning and planning to achieve complex goals with minimal human intervention); ethical considerations for the changing landscape of work; innovation at the intersection of robotics\, AI\, and healthcare; and the use of AI to accelerate scientific discovery. The event will also include an interactive poster session and networking reception. \nFor more information and registration\, please visit https://ai.utexas.edu/events/2026-03-03/texas-symposium-machine-learning-responsible-ai-robotics.  \n  URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/texas-symposium-on-machine-learning-responsible-ai-robotics/ LOCATION:Etter-Harbin Alumni Center\, 2110 San Jacinto Blvd\, Austin\, TX\, 78712\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Texas-Symposium-on-Machine-Learning-Responsible-AI-Robotics.png ORGANIZER;CN="Good Systems":MAILTO:goodsystems@austin.utexas.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T200000 DTSTAMP:20260220T183431Z CREATED:20260220T183431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T183431Z UID:10000622-1772731800-1772740800@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:AWT's March Event: Women in AI Panel DESCRIPTION:Step into the future of innovation with Austin Women in Technology and Opportunity Austin! Join us for an engaging evening celebrating women founders\, builders\, and leaders shaping the world of artificial intelligence. \nGrab your community and come ready to connect\, learn\, and be inspired. Our Women in AI Panel brings together visionary perspectives on how AI is being used today\, and what’s next\, across industries\, roles\, and business models. URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/awts-march-event-women-in-ai-panel/ LOCATION:Indeed Tower\, 200 W 6th Street\, Level C\, Austin\, Texas\, 78701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Women-in-AI-Panel.png ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Women in Tech":MAILTO:info@awtaustin.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260309T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260309T193000 DTSTAMP:20260217T212030Z CREATED:20260217T205836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T212030Z UID:10000615-1773077400-1773084600@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:2026 Gateway Happy Hour DESCRIPTION:Kick off SXSW with the Austin Technology Council’s annual GATEWAY HAPPY HOUR – Monday\, March 9th. 5:30 – 7:30. Woody’s Bar. For over 20 years the Austin Technology Council has hosted a party for our local tech community in the days before the world comes to Austin for SXSW. This is a “Good Old Fashioned High Tech Happy Hour”…. the kind that got everything started in Austin in the 1990s. \nWhile out of town techies are always welcome\, this party is purposely held before the crowds arrive to bring the focus on people who come from all areas of our tech ecosystem.This year we will also have the CEO’s of about 20 other Technology Councils\, as the Technology Council’s of North America organization is having their annual CEO Summit in Austin March 9-11. Thus we have invited them all to come see Austin Tech in our natural environment. \nFor more information please visit: https://www.austintechnologycouncil.org/event/2026-gateway-happy-hour/. URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/2026-gateway-happy-hour/ LOCATION:Woody’s\, 715 W 6th St\, Austin\, Texas\, 78701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-Gateway-Happy-Hour-March.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260312T230000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260313T020000 DTSTAMP:20260313T005316Z CREATED:20260313T005316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T005316Z UID:10000636-1773356400-1773367200@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:ClawCon Austin presented by Kilo Code DESCRIPTION:Get up-to-date information at: https://luma.com/clawconaustin\nAddress:\nCheck event page for more details.\nHosted by Michael Galpert & 7 others URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/clawcon-austin-presented-by-kilo-code/ LOCATION:https://luma.com/event/evt-sl0k1zgFaNpYcn0 ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Galpert":MAILTO:calendar-invite@lu.ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T200000 DTSTAMP:20260204T155326Z CREATED:20260204T155326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T155326Z UID:10000597-1773594000-1773604800@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:NachoTuesday: S X S W SaaS & AI Founder + Investor Happy Hour DESCRIPTION:NachoNacho – The B2B SaaS & AI + Services Marketplace\, Connectd\, Ancient Technologies\, MoFo\, and community partner Emerging LA will host this exclusive Austin Founder + Investor happy hour event. This event will include sponsored drinks and appetizers. ​​​​ \n​This networking event will be exclusively for SaaS/AI: ​​​​ \n​- Founders (minimum Seed funded and later) ​​​​ \n​- C-Suites ​​​​ \n​- Investors/VCs ​​​​ \n​- Tech media ​​​ \n​Your application will be carefully screened. No +1s allowed. URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/nachotuesday-s-x-s-w-saas-ai-founder-investor-happy-hour/ LOCATION:little woodrow’s\, 520 W 6th St\, Austin\, 78701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/SXSW-mar-2026-Happy-Hour-SQUARE-2-1-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260316T180000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260316T230000 DTSTAMP:20260313T005320Z CREATED:20260313T005320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T005320Z UID:10000637-1773684000-1773702000@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:Miro x Replit Hackathon: Plan it. Build it. Ship it. DESCRIPTION:Get up-to-date information at: https://luma.com/7cv8plqi Address: 303 Colorado St We will have greeters in the Lobby of the Colorado Tower to guide attendees to the proper elevator. Note: We are unable to validate parking for this event. Austin\, Texas United States Hosted by Miro Community Team\, Brendan Dugan & Zachary Ginis URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/miro-x-replit-hackathon-plan-it-build-it-ship-it/ LOCATION:303 Colorado St\, Austin\, TX\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Miro Community Team":MAILTO:calendar-invite@lu.ma GEO:30.268335;-97.741382 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T200000 DTSTAMP:20260317T171615Z CREATED:20260204T153508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T171615Z UID:10000599-1773851400-1773864000@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:Texas AI House – Special event host & time DESCRIPTION:The Austin AI Alliance is an AI consortium dedicated to advancing the capabilities\, usage & impact\, social responsibility\, and inclusiveness of AI technologies and applications by leveraging the unique resources\, talent base\, and culture of creative innovation in Austin. The Austin AI Alliance is welcoming of all companies and organizations and will help to connect professionals from companies (from startups to global technology leaders)\, universities\, government agencies\, professional associations\, non-profits\, and interest groups—and to elevate all of their respective activities as well as creative collaborative opportunities. \n\n\nMembers and Public\, all welcome\n\n\n\nNetwork with entrepreneurs\, corporate leaders\, academics\, students\, innovators\, and subject matter experts building AI in Austin and find future collaborations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nTexas AI House. \nRepresentative survey of Austin showing AI trends\, challenges\, and opportunities in 2026 in partnership with Austin Women in Technology.  \nBonus session\, we will dive into one of the key trends identified – AI in the physical World – in a special event hosted on the UT campus by the Institute for Foundations of Machine Learning (IFML). \n  \nInnovation Spotlight:  \nThis month\, we will hear from Charles Donly of HICAM. F2AI at HICAM: Bringing digital fabrication to the U.S. shipbuilding supply chain while seeding a community where industrial innovators learn\, collaborate\, and advance manufacturability.  \n\n\n  \n\n\n\nAgenda does not typically change but this month will be:\n\n\n4:30 – 5:00 PM | Check-in and Networking5:00 – 5:45 PM | AI in Austin Survey Results – Displaced or Empowered5:45 – 6:30 PM | Innovation Spotlight: AI in the Physical World\n6:30 – 7:00 PM | Cool things we saw at SXSW / Reverse Pitches\n7:00 – 8:00 PM | Projects\, Collaboration\, and Networking\n\n\n\n\nInterested in sponsoring the survey or other events? Send an email to info@austin-ai.org.\n  \nThe meeting will be held at the University of Texas Gates Dell Complex in the Zaib and Amir Husain Auditorium – room number 2.216. Please note\, this is located on the ground floor. The closest visitor parking is the San Jacinto garage. \n  \n\n\n  URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/austin-ai-alliance-monthly-meeting-march/ LOCATION:University of Texas – Gates Dell Complex\, 2317 SPEEDWAY\, AUSTIN\, TX 78712\, Austin\, TX\, United States CATEGORIES:AAIA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-03-03-021151.png ORGANIZER;CN="Austin AI Alliance":MAILTO:info@austin-ai.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T210000 DTSTAMP:20260320T032746Z CREATED:20260204T154652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T032746Z UID:10000596-1773946800-1773954000@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:GenAI 2.0: The "Introduction to Generative AI" Second Edition Launch Party DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person book signing on Thursday\, March 19 at Remedy Bar!\n\n\nThe field of Generative AI has moved at breakneck speed since its first breakout moment. To make sense of where we are and where we’re going\, join the Austin Forum for a celebratory in-person book release party for the second edition of “Introduction to Generative AI” by authors Numa Dhamani and Maggie Engler. \nThis isn’t just a book signing—it’s a gathering of Austin’s most curious minds to discuss the evolution of AI from simple chatbots to the complex\, agentic systems of 2026. Numa and Maggie will take the stage to discuss the major updates in this new edition\, share their insights on the ethical and technical frontiers of GenAI\, and answer your most pressing questions. \nEvening Highlights: \n\nThe Impact of 2.0: Discuss the shift from “content generation” to “task execution” and what it means for your career and organization.\nAuthor Discussion & Q&A: Hear directly from Numa and Maggie about the journey of writing the second edition and their predictions for the next wave of AI innovation.\nBook Signing: Meet the authors and get your copy of the second edition personalized.\nNetworking: Connect with a diverse group of tech professionals\, researchers\, and enthusiasts over drinks and appetizers.\n\nWhether you’re an AI veteran or just beginning to explore the field\, come celebrate this milestone and join the conversation about the technology that is rewriting the rules of the physical and digital worlds. \n \nAttendance Instructions\nAll participants must register for this event via Eventbrite. This will be an in-person event held at Remedy Bar. Paid street parking is available. URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/genai-2-0-the-introduction-to-generative-ai-second-edition-launch-party/ LOCATION:Remedy\, 360 Nueces St\, STE 30\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/15534edfae5964b73a45da74eccc81f5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260324T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260324T180000 DTSTAMP:20260320T005833Z CREATED:20260320T005833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T005833Z UID:10000642-1774368000-1774375200@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:Women Who Play Big Will Shape AI DESCRIPTION:Get up-to-date information at: https://luma.com/z8af8wgb\nAddress:\nCheck event page for more details.\nHosted by Amy Daali PhD & Vidhya Subramanian URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/women-who-play-big-will-shape-ai/ LOCATION:https://luma.com/event/evt-waNMovupYOJ7ZSE ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Daali PhD":MAILTO:calendar-invite@lu.ma END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260324T223000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260325T003000 DTSTAMP:20260320T005834Z CREATED:20260227T004046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T005834Z UID:10000626-1774391400-1774398600@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:AITX Monthly Meetup DESCRIPTION:Get up-to-date information at: https://luma.com/aitx-mar26 Address: Antler VC Austin\, Texas United States Hosted by Jake O’Shea & Michael Daigler URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/aitx-monthly-meetup-8/ LOCATION:Antler VC\, 800 Brazos St\, Austin\, TX\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Jake O'Shea":MAILTO:calendar-invite@lu.ma GEO:30.269531;-97.74078 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Antler VC 800 Brazos St Austin TX United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 Brazos St:geo:-97.74078,30.269531 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260326T223000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260327T010000 DTSTAMP:20260320T005835Z CREATED:20260306T004241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T005835Z UID:10000631-1774564200-1774573200@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:Applied AI Live #3: How To Build Production Grade OpenClaws DESCRIPTION:Get up-to-date information at: https://luma.com/AppliedAILive003 Address: Antler VC Austin\, Texas United States Hosted by Gary Sheng\, Michael Daigler & Jordaaan URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/applied-ai-live-3-making-money-building-secure-openclaws-for-businesses/ LOCATION:Antler VC\, 800 Brazos St\, Austin\, TX\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Gary Sheng":MAILTO:calendar-invite@lu.ma GEO:30.269531;-97.74078 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Antler VC 800 Brazos St Austin TX United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=800 Brazos St:geo:-97.74078,30.269531 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T200000 DTSTAMP:20260415T225104Z CREATED:20260204T153850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T225104Z UID:10000600-1776274200-1776283200@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:AI in K-12 DESCRIPTION:Who is in your Texas workforce pipeline and what are they learning today? During this spotlight\, you’ll hear from Dr. Suzanne Newell\, Chief Education Strategist for GTS Technology Solutions\, and Laura Browder\, Senior Executive Director of Technology Operations in Austin ISD. Together\, they’ll provide insight into the AI learning landscape in K-12 education – where things are today\, what is needed\, how GTS has been working to support educators\, and how Austin AI Alliance can play a role. \nChalkboards to Chatbots: The Future of K–12 From the outback to the White House\, the conversation about AI in education is already happening—fast and unevenly. This session by Damien Aldridge explores what schools have learned from past disruptions\, what’s happening right now\, and what comes next. \n\n\n\n\nAgenda:\n5:30 – 6:00 PM | Check-in and Networking6:00 – 7:00 PM | Innovation Spotlights and Reverse Pitches7:00 – 8:00 PM | Projects\, Collaboration\, and Networking  \n\n\nJoin us at The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, United States. Parking map below. Street parking is free after 6 pm.\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nMembers and Public\, all welcome\n\n\n\nNetwork with entrepreneurs\, corporate leaders\, academics\, students\, innovators\, and subject matter experts building AI in Austin and find future collaborations.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \nThe Austin AI Alliance is an AI consortium dedicated to advancing the capabilities\, usage & impact\, social responsibility\, and inclusiveness of AI technologies and applications by leveraging the unique resources\, talent base\, and culture of creative innovation in Austin. The Austin AI Alliance is welcoming of all companies and organizations and will help to connect professionals from companies (from startups to global technology leaders)\, universities\, government agencies\, professional associations\, non-profits\, and interest groups—and to elevate all of their respective activities as well as creative collaborative opportunities. URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/austin-ai-alliance-monthly-meeting-april/ LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States CATEGORIES:AAIA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/cad23296c401e3c1210e70f5961a6850.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Austin AI Alliance":MAILTO:info@austin-ai.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T100000 DTSTAMP:20260408T223640Z CREATED:20260408T223600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T223640Z UID:10000661-1776846600-1776852000@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:ATC April Roundtable Breakfast DESCRIPTION:Humans + AI: Building Teams that Outthink\, not just Outperform\nNavigating the Intersection of Human Intent and AI Agency (The Workplace Angle). In an era of “tool overload\,” leaders face a high-stakes balancing act between driving efficiency and preserving the human ingenuity that defines their brand. This session provides a roadmap for managers to integrate agentic AI without eroding team morale or sacrificing critical thinking.\n\nClosing Takeaway\n“The goal of AI integration isn’t to remove the human from the loop\, but to elevate the human to a higher loop.” The audience should leave understanding that the “right choice” isn’t about which tool has the best API\, but which tool reinforces their team’s sense of agency and expertise rather than replacing it.\n\nSpeaker: Sridhar Sudarsan\n\nSridhar Sudarsan\, Chief AI Strategist at EX Squared\, is a distinguished technologist\, executive leader\, entrepreneur\, investor\, and AI futurist\, currently serving as the founder of an advisory practice helping organizations deploy AI at scale and drive transformational business outcomes. Over the past three decades\, he has led intrapreneurial initiatives for Fortune 500 companies and scaled AI start-ups. As the former CTO at IBM Watson Platform and Partnerships and Avathon\, Sudarsan has pioneered AI strategies across energy\, manufacturing\, aerospace and defense and health sectors.  He also serves as Adjunct Professor for Machine Learning at the University of Southampton. URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/atc-april-roundtable-breakfast/ LOCATION:Calavista Software\, 9225 Bee Cave Road Building A\, Suite 350\, Austin\, TX\, 78733\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ATC-UNPLUGGED-BANNER-40.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T123000 DTSTAMP:20260423T222037Z CREATED:20260327T204744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T222037Z UID:10000651-1777107600-1777120200@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:AI Video Production and Digital Twins DESCRIPTION:AI Video Production and Digital Twins\nVideo production used to mean equipment\, editing software with a learning curve\, and the uncomfortable reality of being on camera. AI has changed all three. This 3.5 hour class shows you exactly how\, and gives you hands-on time with the tools that are making it happen.\nUsing NotebookLM\, Riverside\, Descript\, and HeyGen\, you’ll move through a complete production workflow live in class: turning research into a script\, recording and editing footage\, and generating finished video with an AI avatar you build yourself. You’ll leave understanding not just what these tools do\, but how they connect and why that matters for anyone who creates content.\n\n\nWhat You’ll Be Able to Do\n\nTransform documents\, research\, or rough notes into a ready-to-record video script using NotebookLM\nRecord clean\, professional footage from any location using Riverside. No studio required.\nEdit video in Descript by editing text. Cut filler\, remove stumbles\, and tighten your message without touching a timeline.\nProduce faceless explainer-style video without ever appearing on camera\nBuild your own AI avatar in HeyGen and generate a finished video with it\, live\, in class\n\n\nWhat Makes These Session Different\nAI has enabled a new generation of video tools that not only make production faster\, they make it look easy. Most video tools make production faster. These tools make it fundamentally different. NotebookLM eliminates the blank page. Descript eliminates the timeline. HeyGen eliminates the on-camera requirement entirely. Together\, they represent a new model for how video gets made: one person\, no crew\, a fraction of the cost.\n\n\nWho It’s For\nMarketers\, educators\, founders\, and communicators who need to produce video content but haven’t found a process that fits how they actually work. No video experience required.\n\n\nBefore You Arrive\nA little setup ahead of time means more building and less waiting on class day. \n Required: \n\nA charged laptop (phones and tablets won’t work for this)\nA topic in mind\, something you’d genuinely want to make a video about\nA Google account (for NotebookLM)\nFree accounts created at: Riverside.fm\, Descript.com\, and HeyGen.com\n\nNo video production experience required. A willingness to make something real in under four hours: required. \n\n \nNeed-Based Scholarships Available\n\n \n\nWhile refunds are not available\, we’re committed to making this accessible. A limited number of scholarships are available for individuals who would not otherwise be able to attend. If cost is a barrier\, please reach out to us at info@austin-ai.org to learn more. \n \nA special thanks to our host and alliance member SKG. \n\n\n\n\nAbout the instructor:\nSteve Mudd is the CEO of Talentless AI\, an AI-native creative studio based in Austin. A 2026 AI Leadership Award winner from the Austin AI Alliance\, Steve is a writer\, filmmaker\, and AI practitioner who has built production workflows using tools like HeyGen\, Descript\, Riverside\, and NotebookLM for brands and studios. He currently serves as an AI Expert for B2B Marketing’s Propolis community\, and his AI content has generated over 10 million views across TikTok\, LinkedIn\, and YouTube. He runs AI bootcamps\, coaching sessions\, and hands-on workshops that help marketers\, educators\, and creators adopt AI tools into their actual work. URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/ai-video-production-and-digital-twins/ LOCATION:SKG\, 2010 S Lamar Blvd Suite 125\, Austin\, Tx\, 78704 CATEGORIES:AAIA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Gemini_Generated_Image_pq0wqqpq0wqqpq0w-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260520T200000 DTSTAMP:20260513T173841Z CREATED:20260204T154027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T173841Z UID:10000601-1779298200-1779307200@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:AI in Professional Education DESCRIPTION:Two industry leaders share hard-won lessons on pivoting to AI — from cannibalizing revenue to building at AWS to writing the book on it.\nMatt Domo is an investor\, advisor\, and author. He serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors for the Space Force Association and as CEO of FifthVantage — an AI consultancy he frames as the non-consulting model. He will share insights from his career in technology\, including his time as part of the founding team at AWS and his perspective on the current AI disruption. His book\, Everybody Wins\, offers guiding principles and actionable AI strategies for everyone. \nLuke Owings is Chief Product Owner at Abilitie — an exceptional experiential learning platform. He will share the story of pivoting to AI in the early days\, cannibalizing their own revenue\, and creating a phenomenal trajectory for growth. He will also share the latest on the Alliance’s partnership with Abilitie. \nThe Austin AI Alliance is an AI consortium dedicated to advancing the capabilities\, usage & impact\, social responsibility\, and inclusiveness of AI technologies and applications by leveraging the unique resources\, talent base\, and culture of creative innovation in Austin. The Austin AI Alliance is welcoming of all companies and organizations and will help to connect professionals from companies (from startups to global technology leaders)\, universities\, government agencies\, professional associations\, non-profits\, and interest groups—and to elevate all of their respective activities as well as creative collaborative opportunities. \nMembers and Public\, all welcome\n\n\n\nNetwork with entrepreneurs\, corporate leaders\, academics\, students\, innovators\, and subject matter experts building AI in Austin and find future collaborations.\n\n\nAgenda:\n5:30 – 6:00 PM | Check-in and Networking\n6:00 – 7:00 PM | Innovation Spotlights and Reverse Pitches\n7:00 – 8:00 PM | Projects\, Collaboration\, and Networking \n\n\nJoin us at The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, United States\nParking map below. Street parking is free after 6 pm. URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/austin-ai-alliance-monthly-meeting-may/ LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States CATEGORIES:AAIA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/IMG_95801.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Austin AI Alliance":MAILTO:info@austin-ai.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T200000 DTSTAMP:20260609T161329Z CREATED:20260609T161329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T161329Z UID:10000706-1781803800-1781812800@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:June Career Fair & Community Networking Event DESCRIPTION:Join Austin Women in Technology for our June Career Fair & Community Networking Event\, an evening designed to create meaningful career connections in a supportive\, community-centered environment. This interactive event brings together hiring organizations\, recruiters\, career resources\, and women across Austin’s tech ecosystem for real conversations about career growth\, hiring opportunities\, and navigating today’s evolving job market. \nWhether you’re actively job searching\, exploring your next move\, returning to the workforce\, or simply looking to grow your network\, this event is designed to provide practical value\, encouragement\, and connection. \nAttendees will have the opportunity to: \n\nConnect with hiring companies\, recruiters\, and technology leaders\nParticipate in curated networking and career conversations\nLearn about open roles and in-demand skill sets across Austin tech\nReceive career-focused guidance and professional development support\nReceive audits on resumes\, LinkedIn and website presence\nEngage with interactive career resources and community experiences\nBuild relationships with other women in technology across a variety of industries and career stages\n\nMeet Organizations Hiring and Supporters of Upskilling & Reskilling \nThis event is open to both members and non-members. URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/june-career-fair-community-networking-event/ LOCATION:Austin Energy\, 4815 Mueller Blvd\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/june-awt-career-Tabling-Logos.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260622T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T150000 DTSTAMP:20260619T203630Z CREATED:20260318T165045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T203630Z UID:10000641-1782118800-1782313200@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:Summer AI Intensive 2026 DESCRIPTION:The Summer AI Intensive is back — and seats go fast.\nPresented by the Austin AI Alliance\, the Summer AI Intensive is your path to peak AI performance. Three immersive days designed for professionals ready to make AI their greatest competitive advantage. Come to learn. Leave ready to lead.\nYou’ll choose your track — Leadership\, Developer*\, or Productivity — and spend three immersive days learning from Austin’s top AI practitioners. Not slides and theory. Real tools\, real case studies\, and real access to the people driving AI adoption across the region.\nWhat’s included: \n\nSessions led by Austin’s top AI leaders\nPractical\, in-person guidance among a group of like-minded professionals who support each other’s learning\nHands-on workshops using the latest tools and techniques\, applied to your actual work\nNetworking lunches provide time for shared perspectives with participants and facilitators from every track\nCertificate of completion and verifiable job skills\n\nSpots are limited. Secure yours today.\n\n\n\nDetails: \n\nWhen: June 22-24\, 9AM – 3PM\nWhere: ACC Rio Grande Building 3000 (free covered parking around the corner)\nCost: Early bird pricing $499 (non-members)\, $349 (members)\nLunch is served daily\n\nNeed-Based Scholarships Available \nWe are committed to making the Summer AI Intensive accessible. A limited number of scholarships are available for individuals who would not otherwise be able to attend. If cost is a barrier\, please reach out to us at info@austin-ai.org to learn more.  Refunds are not available.  Attendance is transferable if something comes up. \n*Prior coding experience required for Developer Track. Participants may need access to select AI platforms and API tokens. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Developer Track\n\n \n\n\nBuild a production-grade AI environment\, search agent\, evaluate its performance\, and secure it with ContextForge MCP\nDeep dive into open reasoning and AI architecture with Cognitive AI and your responsibility for ethical AI development\nCrafting AI-generated code into reliable\, production-ready software \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nProductivity Track\n\n\nBuild your AI foundation and find where it can help you right now\nTurn AI into something you use every day — write\, summarize\, design — and learn to improve what it gives you\nBuild your adoption plan and make AI part of how you work\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nLeadership Track\n\nAgentic Staffing: creating and managing agents\nAI business model optimizations\, implementation\, and scaling\nEthical and effective governance\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Speakers Include: \n \n \n \n \n \n Jeremy Antoniuk · Mario Facussé · Zen Van Loan · Annie Hardy · Bryon Jacob  · Larry Allen · Emma Pirchalski · John Davison · Ed Stockwell · Suzanne Newell · Karina Hernandez · Romelia Flores · Zoubida Rezki · Jennifer Clemente · Steve Mudd ·  Peter Voss · Rajesh Govindarajan · Danish Sayed · Shravan Raghu · J Whorley · Dilawar Syed \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n We are grateful for the support of Abilitie\, our event sponsor. Because of their generosity\, Early Bird pricing will remain in effect for the Summer AI Intensive. Don’t wait — secure your spot today.\nWhy in person when I can just go online?\n\nThere is a lot of sloppy training out there online.  This in-person program is built by educators who understand learning with professionals who are on the leading edge to give you the best techniques and learning outcomes. \n\nI can’t spare the time.\n\nThese three days will be your most productive three days of the year.  The facilitators will roll up their sleeves with you and give you many AI time-saving techniques.  AI does take time\, but this program rewards you with higher productivity\, greater efficiency\, and more time for you to spend as you desire.\n\n I can’t afford it. \n\nMany employers provide annual skill development funding.  Sometimes these programs encourage “company training programs\,” but many don’t and to be effective in today’s world\, best practices across the industry are extremely valuable.  These skills will translate directly back to your work in many cases.\nWe leverage our membership dues to underwrite this program and provide a limited number of full and partial scholarships. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n We Are Sold Out!\nThanks to an incredible response from Austin’s AI community\, the Summer AI Intensive 2026 has officially sold out. Want to stay in the loop for next year? Join our mailing list.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SOLD OUT URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/summer-ai-intensive-2026/ LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States CATEGORIES:AAIA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Summer-AI-Intensive-2026-Promo-banner.png ORGANIZER;CN="Austin AI Alliance":MAILTO:info@austin-ai.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T190000 DTSTAMP:20260608T232730Z CREATED:20260608T232730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T232730Z UID:10000705-1782840600-1782846000@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:Podcast Lab: Mastering the Modern Tech Stack for Production & Growth DESCRIPTION:Podcasting about technology moves fast\, and keeping your production quality high while staying consistent can feel like a full-time job. This isn’t a sit-and-listen presentation—it’s a high-utility meetup for Austin’s podcasting community to swap notes on the best gear\, software\, and distribution strategies available right now. We are gathering to bridge the gap between “great ideas” and “great content” by sharing the workflows that actually save time and grow audiences. \nMeetup Flow \n1. Pro Perspectives: “The Minimalist vs. The Studio” (15 mins) \nTo kick things off\, two experienced Austin podcasters will briefly share their contrasting setups: \n\n\nThe “Run & Gun” Setup: Using the latest portable hardware (like the RØDECaster Video or Shure MoveMic) to capture high-fidelity tech interviews anywhere. \n\n\nThe “AI-Enhanced” Workflow: A look at how software—from Descript’s latest updates to Captions.ai—is being used to bridge the gap between raw audio and a polished\, multi-platform presence. \n\n\n2. Open “Tech Swap” & Roundtable (50 mins) \nThis is the core of the meeting. We’ll open the floor for everyone to share their “secret sauce.” Bring your questions and your own tips on: \n\n\nSoftware Shortcuts: What are your favorite tools for remote recording (like Riverside or SquadCast)\, noise reduction\, and automated show notes? \n\n\nHardware That Matters: What are the best mics for different environments and budgets? What are the best 4K webcam/lighting setups for video podcasts on a budget? \n\n\nMaximizing Reach: How are you using the “Clip Culture” to grow? We’ll discuss the best ways to slice long-form tech deep dives into high-impact snippets for LinkedIn\, X\, and YouTube Shorts. \n\n\n3. The “New Podcast Stack” Recommendations (20 mins) \nWe’ll conclude by building a “Community Recommended” list based on the night’s discussion. We will categorize the top picks into: \n\n\nThe “Starter Kit:” best value for new tech shows. \n\n\nThe “Efficiency Stack:” tools for the solo creator with limited time. \n\n\nThe “Growth Engine:” best strategies for reaching a global tech audience. \n\n\nWho should join? \n\n\nCurrent Podcasters: Whether you have 10 episodes or 200\, come share what’s working for you. \n\n\nTech Professionals: If you’ve been thinking about starting a show to build your personal brand\, this is your roadmap. \n\n\nProduction Nerds: Anyone who loves talking mics\, mixers\, plugins\, and platforms. \n\n\nNo gatekeeping\, no fluff—just a room full of creators–present and future–helping each other make better tech content\, faster\, and reaching more people. URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/podcast-lab-mastering-the-modern-tech-stack-for-production-growth/ LOCATION:Remedy\, 360 Nueces St\, STE 30\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Podcast-lab.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T193000 DTSTAMP:20260702T143010Z CREATED:20260608T231929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T143010Z UID:10000704-1784049300-1784057400@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:AI In Action: What We've Learned & Where We're Headed DESCRIPTION:Join us! We are hosting a partner event bringing together Thom Singer (Austin Tech Council)\, Sean Bauld (Austin AI Alliance)\, and Ellen Cox (AWT VP of Technology) to reflect on June’s Austin AI Alliance Summer Intensive and look ahead at what AI means for the future of work. \nThe conversation will cover real takeaways from the intensive\, insights from AWT’s career fair\, and an honest look at how AI is reshaping the job market locally and beyond. \nThis event is designed for AWT’s partner community and serves as both a debrief and a forward-looking discussion. Attendees will hear directly from leaders who were in the room during the Summer Intensive what worked\, what surprised them\, and what it signals for Austin’s growing AI ecosystem. From there\, the conversation pivots to the career fair and the bigger question it raises: as AI continues to transform industries and roles\, how do professionals\, organizations\, and communities prepare? Whether you’re a sponsor\, a hiring partner\, or someone navigating this shift firsthand\, this is the conversation that connects what just happened to what comes next and what Austin’s tech community can do about it together. \nAttendees will have the opportunity to: \n\nConnect with Austin Technology Council\, Austin AI Alliance and Austin Women In Technology Board Members\nParticipate in curated networking and career conversations\nLearn about future opportunities within the Austin local job market\nReceive career-focused guidance and professional development support\nBuild relationships with our closest Community Partners in the technology space\n\nAll are welcome! This event is open to both members and non-members of the participating organizations. \nPricing:\n \n\nAWT Members: Free\nNon-Members: $30\n\nRegister at https://awtaustin.org/event-6714746 URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/ai-in-action-what-weve-learned-where-were-headed/ LOCATION:BBB serving the Heart of Texas\, 1805 Rutherford Ln Ste 100\, Austin\, Texas\, 78754\, BBB serving the Heart of Texas\, 1805 Rutherford Ln Ste. 100\, Austin\, TX\, 78754\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ai-in-action-awt-partner-event-july-14-newsletter.png ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Women in Tech":MAILTO:info@awtaustin.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260726 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260731 DTSTAMP:20260723T200713Z CREATED:20260723T200713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T200713Z UID:10000717-1785024000-1785455999@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:Austin Tech Week DESCRIPTION:Austin Tech Week is a five day celebration\, uniting the brightest minds in Austin’s tech ecosystem. For over a decade\, this annual event has drawn thousands of local entrepreneurs\, tech leaders\, and friends together to connect\, learn\, and maximize business impact. \nBe part of this thrilling evolution from Austin Startup Week that echoes the extraordinary growth of startups since our inception in 2011. What began as a celebration of entrepreneurship has matured into a dynamic explosion of innovation\, spotlighting the very companies that once ignited our startup community and have now become the luminaries of Austin’s tech landscape. \nExpect founder stories\, hands-on workshops\, networking events\, satellite events\, and—of course—the legendary Austin Startup Crawl to close out the week. \nWe’re building Austin’s startup ecosystem every day of the year. But for one week\, the entire community shows up. \nhttps://www.austintech.com/home URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/austin-tech-week/ LOCATION:Capital Factory\, 701 Brazos Street\, Floor 8th\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/austintech.png GEO:30.268603;-97.741109 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Capital Factory 701 Brazos Street Floor 8th Austin TX 78701 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=701 Brazos Street\, Floor 8th:geo:-97.741109,30.268603 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T193000 DTSTAMP:20260723T230207Z CREATED:20260723T230207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T230207Z UID:10000718-1785866400-1785871800@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:Where is AI in 2026 and Where is it Going? DESCRIPTION:A free\, public workshop with no technical background needed \n​For the last several years\, AI systems have advanced at a pace that has stunned the public and even surprised leading experts. These systems are reshaping work\, the economy\, relationships\, and even crime extremely quickly. \n​This workshop will explore where AI may be in the next 1-5 years and what that means for daily life for all of us. We’ll tackle urgent and important questions like: \n\n\n​Jobs: Could AI lead to mass unemployment or will it help create entirely new kinds of work? \n\n\n​Crime: How might AI supercharge scams\, hacking\, and even crime? \n\n\n​Companions: Will people form deep emotional bonds or even romantic relationships with AI companions? \n\n\n​Society: How do top researchers think these trends will shape our future? \n\n\n​What you’ll get: \n\n\n​A fast-paced\, beginner-friendly overview of today’s most powerful AI systems \n\n\n​Live demos that reveal both the breakthroughs and the risk \n\n\n​Interactive forecasting exercises where you’ll test your predictions about AI’s impact against the broader community \n\n\n​Come ready to explore a future arriving faster than most people realize. A future that could transform not just how we work\, but how we trust\, connect\, and even love. \n\n\nFor details and to register visit: https://luma.com/aisap-fpec URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/where-is-ai-in-2026-and-where-is-it-going/ LOCATION:Windsor Park Branch\, Austin Public Library\, 5833 Westminster Dr\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/ai-safety.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T203000 DTSTAMP:20260813T172719Z CREATED:20260723T195313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T172719Z UID:10000716-1787160600-1787171400@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:Data Centers:  The Good\, The Bad and The Ugly DESCRIPTION:Join the Austin AI Alliance and the Austin Forum on Technology and Society for a town hall on the realities\, risks\, and rewards of AI infrastructure. This event is in person only. \nEvery time you query an AI model\, stream a video\, or use a cloud app\, you’re relying on a massive\, invisible engine: the modern data center. As our demand for computing power grows\, so does the footprint\, the grid strain\, and the resources needed to keep it all running. Data centers are essential to the AI revolution and they’re driving real progress for business\, healthcare\, education\, and daily life. But they also raise real questions about our energy grid\, our water supply\, and our communities. \nThe Austin Forum’s July 7 presentation covered the technology\, costs\, and impacts of data centers\, and the questions kept coming long after the panel ran out of time. The conversation kept going on LinkedIn too\, with professionals from Austin and beyond weighing in. So on August 19\, we’re back for round two\, and this time\, it’s your turn to lead the discussion. \nThis isn’t another panel talking at you. It’s an extended\, moderated town hall built for community members\, tech leaders\, policymakers\, and environmental advocates to talk with each other. Whether you’ve got a concern\, a success story\, a hard question\, or an idea worth testing\, this is your platform. We’ll dig into the tough stuff and celebrate what’s working\, all in a format built for real conversation\, not just presentation. \n\nWe’ll confront the hard truths first. A moderator will lead grid analysts\, environmental policy experts\, and local leaders through the real risks that dense data center development poses to the ERCOT grid\, local water tables\, neighborhood livability\, and utility rates. No spin\, just the numbers and the tradeoffs. \n Then we’ll look at what’s working. The same group of experts will walk through the architectures proving that data centers don’t have to be a drain on their host communities: closed-loop thermal cooling\, on-site power generation\, and designs quiet and dark enough that neighbors barely notice they’re there. These low-footprint facilities aren’t just less harmful\, they can actually help stabilize the grid and ease pressure on ratepayers. \n\n\nThe goal is practical clarity. Attendees will leave with a real understanding of the tradeoffs at play and the tools to guide better policy\, smarter planning\, and informed advocacy across Central Texas and the state\, positioning the region as a leader in responsible AI infrastructure rather than a cautionary tale. \n\n\n \nCome ready to share on four fronts: \n\nSuccess stories – How is AI\, powered by data centers\, already making things better in your work or your life?\nReal concerns – What worries you about grid reliability\, water use\, land development\, or the bigger picture?\nBurning questions – What do you want straight answers on\, from the numbers to the timelines to the tech itself?\nConstructive ideas – How can Austin and the broader tech community balance the need for computing power with real responsibility to our resources?\n\nWe’ll also draw the line between the data centers doing this right and the ones doing it wrong. Some facilities are straining the ERCOT grid\, draining local water tables\, and driving up utility rates for everyone nearby. Others are proving there’s a better way\, with closed-loop cooling\, on-site power generation\, and designs that barely make a sound or cast a light. This event will help you tell the difference\, and understand why it matters for Austin’s future as a leader in responsible AI growth. \nYou’ll leave with a clearer picture of where things stand\, some real resources to take with you\, and new ideas to bring back to your own team or community. \nStick around after. The conversation continues right after the event at Remedy (3rd & Nueces) for networking and a complimentary drink\, courtesy of Austin Forum Annual Partners\, Champions\, and Friends. \nPlease register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-data-center-dialogue-a-community-town-hall-on-ai-infrastructure-tickets-1995107588504.   \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mark Strama\, Director of the Annette Strauss Institute for Civic Life \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mark is the Director of the Annette Strauss Institute for Civic Life\, and a Professor of Practice in the Moody College of Communication at the University of Texas. He also co-teaches two courses on civic engagement in UT’s Plan II Honors program\, alongside Professor Lee Walker. \nPreviously\, Mark spent ten years at Google Fiber working to upgrade the speed and quality of internet service in the U.S.  Prior to that he served five terms in the Texas House of Representatives\, where he focused on renewable energy\, public education\, and electoral reform. Mark received Honorable Mentions on Texas Monthly’s Ten Best Legislators list in three of his five sessions in the House; Texas Monthly said “Strama cares as much about others’ success as his own.”  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Amy Polvado\, Founder and CEO\, Facilimax \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Amy Polvado is the Founder and CEO of Facilimax\, an Austin-based company building AI-powered digital twin software on NVIDIA Omniverse for universities\, hospitals\, and data centers. She also leads Harmon Labs\, a vocational school preparing workers for careers in power plant operations\, data center technology\, and nuclear energy\, and serves as CEO of Red River Infrastructure\, developing large-scale data center sites across Texas. \nAmy is a doctoral student at Purdue Polytechnic Institute\, where her research focuses on deploying digital twins to edge wearable devices for frontline workforce training. She is also Chairwoman of the US Proptech Council\, host of the Data Center News Show\, and author of From Data to Deals. Her career spans semiconductor manufacturing at Applied Materials and IBM\, building a real estate private equity firm to over $1 billion in assets under management\, and technology commercialization at UT Austin. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Annie Hardy\, Chief AI Architect and Futurist at Split Futures \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n As the Chief AI Architect and Futurist at Split Futures\, Annie Hardy works directly with customers and through partners to rearchitect the cognitive workforce\, guiding organizations and workers to a human-centered future where artificial intelligence adoption leads to positive human outcomes. Ms. Hardy is a patent-holding inventor on the topics of artificial intelligence\, machine learning\, and computer vision\, with prior work at Cisco Systems as a Global AI Architect and Futurist among their global AI Infrastructure Partners. Ms. Hardy is a startup advisor\, member of the Association of Professional Futurists\, and a seasoned thought leader on the topics of artificial intelligence\, spatial computing\, emerging technologies\, enterprise innovation\, the future of work\, the future of the internet\, workplace culture\, and AI adoption. Ms. Hardy holds a degree in Communications and Spanish with a focus on Gender Studies from Austin College\, and is certified by the Association of Professional Futurists. URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/data-centers-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly/ LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States CATEGORIES:AAIA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Data-centers-good-bad-and-ugly.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260821 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260823 DTSTAMP:20260812T170832Z CREATED:20260812T165845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T170832Z UID:10000707-1787270400-1787443199@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:AI Profit Con 2026 DESCRIPTION:You’re launching your AI business in August… or you’re watching someone else launch theirs. Join us in Austin for AI Profit Con 2026! \nAI Profit Con is a 2 day business transformation summit in Austin\, TX actionable frameworks\, proven playbooks\, and live implementation for people ready to move NOW. \nWe are living through the most significant economic disruption since the Industrial Revolution.\nAI is not coming. It is already here\, replacing jobs\, reshaping industries\, and rewarding those who act with ruthless precision while punishing those who wait. \nAI Profit Con 2026 is where the most ambitious business owners\, displaced professionals\, and forward thinking entrepreneurs gather for two full days to do one thing: \nLEARN HOW TO MAKE AI PRINT MONEY. FOR THEMSELVES AND FOR THEIR CLIENTS. \nThis is not a tech conference. This is not a theoretical seminar about what AI might do someday. This is a business transformation summit with actionable frameworks\, proven playbooks\, and live implementation\, built for people who are ready to move NOW. URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/ai-profit-con-2026/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Austin\, 208 Barton Springs Rd.\, Austin\, 78704\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/POSTCARD_AIPCxAIPM-02-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260826T200000 DTSTAMP:20260812T165417Z CREATED:20260812T165417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T165417Z UID:10000719-1787767200-1787774400@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:Femme Founder Bootcamp S3 - Info Session! (ATX) DESCRIPTION:Join us for an IRL preview of Season 3 of the Femme Founder Bootcamp\, a virtual cohort-based program designed to equip femme-identifying entrepreneurs with the tools\, insights\, and network to thrive in Web3\, AI\, and emerging tech. \n​This info session\, co-hosted by ATX Women in Web3 and Austin Women in Technology\, will highlight what to expect from both the Bootcamp\, including new content\, forum-based workshops\, and top-notch instructors (as always!). \n​This info session is for you if you’re: \n​A first-time founder just getting started and looking for structure\, skills\, and a community that gets it \n​A scaling founder seeking a strategic reboot\, expert network\, and accountability \n​Curious about emerging tech and want to understand how AI\, Web3\, and fintech apply to your business \n​Looking to get involved as a mentor\, partner\, or sponsor \n​What to expect: \n​Hear from program organizers Megan Murray and Kristin Bonds\, learn what’s new in Season 3\, meet past graduates\, and get all your questions answered before the cohort kicks off September 29. \n​About the Femme Founder Bootcamp: \n​Now in its third season\, the Femme Founder Bootcamp is a 6-week virtual program meeting Tuesdays & Thursdays\, 1:00–2:30 PM CT\, kicking off September 29. Founders gain access to 15+ hours of expert-led curriculum — covering founder readiness\, finance\, operations\, Web3\, AI\, branding\, fundraising\, and more — plus 1:1 mentorship\, a private community forum\, and the opportunity to present at the IRL Femme Founder Showcase in Austin on November 4. \n​Past graduates have gone on to be accepted into DivInc\, Google\, UT Texas Venture Labs (TVL) Accelerator\, and Harvard Business School Foundry Bootcamp. \n​🎓 Early bird registration is open NOW! — New Founder: $119 (Regular Price $159) | Returning Founder: $79 ($129) URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/femme-founder-bootcamp-s3-info-session-atx/ LOCATION:SKG: 2010 S Lamar Blvd Ste 125\, Austin\, TX 78704\, USA\, 2010 S Lamar Blvd Ste 125\,\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States CATEGORIES:AAIA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/FFB-S3-Info-Sessions-all-city.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T181500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260901T194500 DTSTAMP:20260812T165036Z CREATED:20260812T165036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T165036Z UID:10000720-1788286500-1788291900@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:Silicon\, Systems\, and Supercomputers: The Past\, Present\, and Future of Compute Infrastructure DESCRIPTION:This event will be held in person only. Free admission – registration required. (www. austinforum.org/events) \nEvery breakthrough in artificial intelligence\, climate modeling\, molecular simulation\, energy production\, pharmaceutical design\, and more is powered by massive computational infrastructure. From the micro-architectures carved into silicon chips to the sprawling supercomputers and interconnected cloud clusters that span entire data centers\, compute capacity is the foundational engine of modern scientific discovery\, engineering innovation\, and business operations. \nOn September 1\, join the Austin Forum for a fast-paced\, comprehensive exploration of the past\, present\, and possible futures of compute infrastructure. Our speakers will trace the trajectory of hardware evolution—from legacy chip paradigms to today’s exascale hyperscale clusters—and share a comprehensive overview of the current\, state of the art computing infrastructure. The presentation will conclude with thoughts on the future of computing—from architectures to new applications\, drivers\, and impacts. Spanning technology\, real-world applications\, power/energy constraints\, and global economics; this presentation will give you a complete picture of the physical systems driving our digital world. \nKey Discussion Highlights\n*The Evolution of Silicon: How Moore’s Law drove decades of microprocessor innovation\, where chip scaling stands today\, and why specialized accelerators (GPUs\, TPUs\, and domain-specific ASICs) have taken center stage.\n*Systems\, Clusters\, and Clouds: How individual chips are integrated into boards\, servers\, racks\, and massive clusters that power modern high-performance computing (HPC) supercomputers and public cloud platforms.\n*Future Architectures on the Horizon: What comes next when traditional silicon hits physical limits? An exploration of alternative paradigms\, including 3D stacked chiplets\, optical/photonic computing\, neuromorphic processing\, and quantum integration.\n*Workloads Shaping the Hardware: How applications—from frontier AI training and drug discovery to real-time defense and financial modeling—are dictating future hardware design requirements.\n*Power\, Cooling\, and Economics: Confronting the physical reality of building gigawatt-scale infrastructure—including thermal management\, energy grid demands\, capital expenditure dynamics\, and global supply chain considerations. \nEvent Agenda & Post-Event Networking\n*Presentation: A high-octane\, multi-perspective overview of silicon\, systems\, and supercomputer architectures.\n*Audience Q&A: Bring your technical and economic questions for an interactive session with our expert presenters.\n*Continued Conversation at Remedy: When the Q&A wraps\, the evening is far from over! Head down the street with us to Remedy\, located at 3rd & Nueces\, for post-event networking. \nConnect with fellow attendees\, swap insights on the future of compute\, and enjoy a complimentary drink courtesy of our generous Austin Forum Annual Partners\, Champions\, and Friends. URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/silicon-systems-and-supercomputers-the-past-present-and-future-of-compute-infrastructure/ LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026.09.01-Event-Tile.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T203000 DTSTAMP:20260813T154006Z CREATED:20260702T213128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T154006Z UID:10000712-1789579800-1789590600@austin-ai.org SUMMARY:Human Orchestration of Tools and Agents - Beyond the Prototype II — Self-Recursive Agents DESCRIPTION:Many organizations are stuck in “AI purgatory”; building impressive prototypes that fail to scale\, break quietly in production\, or degrade in quality over time. To achieve true ROI\, AI systems must move beyond simple task execution and become self-aware\, self-healing\, and self-improving. \nEveryone has a demo. AI demos work\, but production breaks. The gap between “works in a demo” and “runs reliably at scale” is where organizations get stuck. This session teaches you a framework for closing this gap.  \nThis session is for builders who have hit the wall with prototype agents that degrade or stagnate. We are going beyond the prototype to tear down a self-evolving agent architecture. Mario will show you the four capabilities every production AI systems needs. \nWhat You’ll Be Able to Learn\n\nShared Memory – How agents learn from each other\nTrust Scoring – How to know which outputs to trust\nPrompt Evolution – How systems improve themselves weekly\nSafe Governance – How to deploy changes without breaking production\n\n What Makes This Session Different\n\nVery few have a system that improves itself in production\nBased on real architecture\, real data\, and real lessons\nWe are addressing the hard gaps: FadeMem decay\, pruning governance\, and the MinionS protocol (achieving 97.9% performance at 18% cost).\nThis is a live\, production-grade system teardown. Mario will show you the exact infrastructure (n8n\, Supabase\, Qdrant\, OpenRouter) that runs MEF Solutions.\n\nWho Is It For\n\nAI engineers and builders who are tired of brittle prototypes and want to deploy resilient\, self-improving systems.\nTechnical founders trying to bridge the gap between AI experimentation and AI operations.\nRevOps and GTM leaders who need autonomous architectures to drive actual revenue\, not just engagement.\nAnyone who is done watching demos that don’t survive contact with real users\, and wants their AI still working next quarter\, not just this one.\nBefore You Arrive \n\nReview your current agent architecture and identify where the feedback loops are broken.\nCalculate the token cost and failure rate of your most complex autonomous workflow.\nBring your skepticism. We’re going to look at what actually works in 2026.\nInstructor Bio\nMario Facussé is the Managing Director of MEF Solutions\, where he builds AI-powered revenue systems for growth-stage companies. He designs and operates autonomous agent architectures that self-improve in production; not prototypes\, not demos\, but systems that run his own company. His work draws from peer-reviewed research in self-evolving agents\, collaborative reinforcement learning\, and autonomous optimization\, implemented on practical infrastructure. He’s spoken at leading AI conferences and events and advises companies on strategy\, GTM\, operations\, revenue\, and bridging the gap between AI experimentation and AIoperations. \n  URL:https://austin-ai.org/event/hota-beyond-the-prototype-2/ LOCATION:The Center for Government and Civic Service\, ACC Rio Grande: Building 3000\, 1218 West Avenue\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States CATEGORIES:AAIA,HOTA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://austin-ai.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/event_graphic_v2-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="Austin AI Alliance":MAILTO:info@austin-ai.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR