TECHS AND THE CITY BHAM: Real Talk - Is Birmingham ready for AI?

TECHS AND THE CITY BHAM: Real Talk - Is Birmingham ready for AI?

By DEPLOY

Is Birmingham ready for the AI era? Join local experts to explore the city's talent gap—and opportunity—in a fast-changing world.

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Workplay

500 23rd Street South The Canteen Birmingham, AL 35233

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Agenda

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Happy Hour w/complimentary beer & pizza

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

The Panel Begins

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  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • In person

About this event

Science & Tech • High Tech

Birmingham has made real strides as a tech hub—but is it ready to seize the AI opportunity? As artificial intelligence reshapes industries, the question isn’t just whether we have the infrastructure or the ambition, but whether we have the talent to build, apply, and lead in this new era. Join us for a provocative and interactive edition of Techs and the City, where local experts, technologists, and community leaders will examine the state of AI talent in Birmingham—from builders to users, data scientists to AI-native entrepreneurs. Are we prepared to lead—or will we be left behind?


Why Attend?

This isn’t just another panel. It’s a live conversation (and possibly a debate) about what talent really means in the AI economy—and what it will take for Birmingham to rise to the occasion. Come for insight, stay for the controversy, and leave with a new perspective on where our city stands in the AI revolution.

Co-hosts: DEPLOY + Alloy Digital + Meaningful AI + Digitally Demented


Special Guest Moderator: Jason Rhoades

Panelists:

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm | Happy Hour w/complimentary beer & pizza

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm | The Panel Begins

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TECHS AND THE CITY + DEPLOY were founded by a band of entrepreneurs and tech talent to create a community where everyone in the tech ecosystem can get better at what they do by sharing knowledge, resources, and opportunities.Join us to discover the latest trends, gain expert insights, and expand your network in a casual, supportive, and friendly environment.

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Thanks to our sponsors - sparkhound

Techs in the City Collaborators - Birmingham AI

Thanks to our official media sponsor, Bham Now!

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Oct 21 · 5:30 PM CDT