The AI Conference for Louisville Leaders
February 10-12, 2026 • Mellwood Art Center
Join Kentucky’s top tech and business leaders for three days of real AI use cases, powerful connections, and actionable AI insights that will drive your work forward.
Agenda Overview
This Louisville AI Event blends conference-level insights with the energy of a high-impact meetup. As a leading Kentucky AI Conference, Louisville AI Week brings together operators, executives, developers, and innovators for practical sessions, community events, and meaningful connections across the Kentucky AI ecosystem.
Featured SPeakers
LIVE ON Stage: Meet YOur 2026 Speakers
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Prashanthi Matam
Sr. Software Engineer at Discover/Capital One
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Richard Brewer
AI Developer at JP Morgan Chase Bank
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Vaishnavi Gudur
Senior Software Engineer at Microsoft
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Ryan Frederick
Principal at Transform Labs
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David Friedson
Senior Vice President of Partnerships, United States Artificial Intelligence Institute (USAII)
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Gauri Sarode
Sr. Machine Learning Engineer at Doordash
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Benjamin Whitaker
Director of Digital Strategies, UofL Health
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Dmitrii Timoshenko
Applied Scientist, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
…and dozens more across all tracks, from Fortune 500 executives to pioneering AI startup founders. Each will share exclusive insights, real success stories, and actionable ideas.
Come learn from the best – and get ready to ask them your burning questions!
Our Sponsors
Meet Our 2026 Event Sponsors
Featured Events
More Than Just Talks
This isn’t a sit-and-listen conference – it’s an all-in, interactive adventure in AI. Here’s a taste of what’s in store for your Louisville AI Week:
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Before the keynotes and panels begin, we're bringing the entire Louisville AI community together for what matters most—meeting the people who are building the future of AI in our region.
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Extends your day into an exclusive happy hour where speakers stay, guards drop, and the conversations get remarkably honest.
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A powerful gathering of female leaders who are shaping the future of AI, sharing insights you won't hear anywhere else.
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Discover emerging startups and early-stage companies building real-world AI solutions across Kentucky and beyond. The Startup Showcase highlights innovative products, founders, and ideas shaping the future of AI and the regional tech ecosystem.
Why Louisville?
Louisville isn’t just the location – it’s an integral part of the experience. This city is where global innovation meets genuine hospitality. As a national logistics hub and healthcare powerhouse, Louisville offers the perfect backdrop to see AI’s impact in action. Here, you’ll witness how artificial intelligence is transforming bourbon country into “innovation country.”
About Louisville AI Week
The Leading AI Conference in Louisville
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Hands-On, No-Fluff Workshops
Learn by doing. Roll up your sleeves in expert-led sessions and walk away with AI tools and tactics you can put to work the very next Monday. This is practical skill-building – no boring lectures, no filler – just real, applicable knowledge.
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Networking That Actually Works
It’s not networking as usual; it’s connecting with purpose. Meet innovators, investors, and decision-makers who can accelerate your goals. These aren’t just handshakes – they’re partnerships in the making. Expect conversations that spark deals, collaborations, and lasting relationships.
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AI For Every Industry
Logistics, healthcare, aging care, manufacturing – if AI is transforming it, we’re covering it. With dedicated tracks, you’ll dive into insights tailored to your sector. No matter your field, you’ll gain relevant strategies and case studies to take back to the office. You’ll see how AI powers real change in the industries that matter to our region (and to your business).
