Gather with the founders of some of the most innovative AI startups in San Diego, along with investors supporting these new ventures: join us at the Dent:AI reception and startup showcase, from 5:00–9:00 PM on Monday, January 27, at UC San Diego Park & Market.
Over 850 people signed up for the past two startup showcases. Space is limited, so please RSVP now to secure your spot. Due to high demand and limited capacity, only approved applicants will be granted admittance.
“Such a fabulous event! My brain is still spinning with all the information” — Deanna Brown, Leadership Consultant, K2OHSolutions
“Thank you for the opportunity to present and to meet folks in the Dent community. Looking forward to the next one.” — Boaz Ashkenazy, CEO of Augmented AI
“Thank you for hosting us and driving Davos-style conversation … The event was a huge success.” — Noor Aftab, Global Program Lead, Amazon
Talks & Speakers
An exclusive series of talks will kick off the evening. Kicking off at 5:00 PM, these sessions will illuminate the AI landscape presented by key pioneers and thought leaders in the field.
Speakers to include:
Charlene Li, Founder & CEO Quantum Networks Group, and New York Times bestselling author of seven books. Her latest book is Winning With Generative AI: The 90-day Blueprint For Success, a comprehensive guide to mastering generative AI within a strategic framework tailored to your organization’s purpose and values. Charlene graduated from Harvard College and Harvard Business School and was named one of the most creative people in business by Fast Company.
More speakers to be announced soon.
“The diversity and innovation showcased by these AI startups are truly commendable, reflecting the vibrant ecosystem of AI entrepreneurship.” — Josh Godwin, Co-Founder & Director
“Spent the evening yesterday with some smart people at the Dent:AI showcase. CIBC Innovation Banking is ‘all in’ on AI and anxious to help these companies as they scale.” — John Flemming, Managing Director, CIBC Innovation Banking
“We had a great time last night at the Dent:AI event showing off all the custom AI models our team has built over the last few months. For 3 hours we had a line of people waiting to talk to us … I can’t remember the last time I ran out of business cards!” — Matt Kowalczyk, CEO, EXIT83 Consulting
Reception and Demos
Following the talks, we’ll have demo tables set up throughout the reception, where you’ll have a chance to engage with some of the top AI startups and entrepreneurs from around the region. You’ll come away with a firsthand look at what’s in development across the world of AI innovation today.
Appetizers and beverages will be provided by Dent the Future, featuring special wine selections, picked by Dent’s official sommelier, Greg Kisor. If wine is not your thing, don’t worry: the bar will also serve beer and soda throughout the evening.
Interested in featuring your startup at the reception? Please indicate your interest when you request your ticket, and we’ll be in touch.
For over a decade, Dent the Future has been bringing curious, adventurous, and diverse professionals together to explore new approaches to thinking and push you to breakthrough ideas and new insights.
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Thanks to our partners and sponsors, including Experiences for Mankind, Peregrine OKB, Innovation and Tech Today, and Dent the Future.
