Event Agenda

AI Trends: Opportunities Ahead – Empowering Everyone Date: August 7, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Capital Factory, Austin, TX

6:00 – 6:30 PM | Check-In & Networking

Kick off the evening by connecting with AI professionals, researchers, founders, and enthusiasts over light refreshments. All guests will receive a printed program with speaker bios and key discussion topics.

6:30 – 6:40 PM | Opening Remarks

Learn about Austin AI Hub’s mission to connect academia, startups, and industry—and why this is a pivotal moment to empower the next generation of AI innovators in Austin.

6:40 – 7:40 PM | Expert Panel + Live Audience Q&A

Moderator: Ramin Jahedi Panelists:

Dr. Kristen Grauman – Professor of Computer Science at UT Austin
Dr. Eiman Ebrahimi – CEO at Protopia AI
Bryon Jacob – Former CTO & Co-founder, data.world | Board Member, Austin AI Alliance

Discussion Topics:

How cutting-edge research becomes real-world AI solutions
What’s next: LLMs, AI agents, infrastructure, and trends to watch
Essential skills for today’s and tomorrow’s AI workforce
From lab to launch: how research fuels startups
How Austin can lead the way in inclusive, applied AI innovation

This session includes an open Q&A—come ready to engage!

7:40 – 8:00 PM | Mix, Mingle & Follow-Up

Cap off the evening by meeting the speakers and fellow attendees. This is a great opportunity to exchange ideas, explore collaborations, and grow your network in the Austin AI community.

Who Should Attend

Perfect for anyone building or exploring the future of AI:

AI researchers, PhDs, and graduate students
Engineers, data scientists, and product teams
Startup founders and entrepreneurs
Investors, mentors, and innovation leaders
Curious newcomers eager to learn where AI is going

Why You Should Attend

Gain insider insights into the future of AI
Learn how to turn research into impact
Make meaningful connections in Austin’s AI ecosystem
Get inspired to launch or grow your career or venture in AI

This event is free, but space is limited. Reserve your spot today—we expect a full house!