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Our mission

Democratizing AI knowledge and applications for everyone, enabling individuals and organizations alike to harness the power of artificial intelligence in diverse and impactful ways.

Making AI Accessible for Everyone

Empowering everyone with AI. TechEquity Ai removes barriers to AI knowledge and tools, fostering education, access, and collaboration. Through initiatives like the AI Summit, we champion equity, innovation, and inclusion—ensuring AI drives opportunity for all.

Elevating Lives Through Democratized AI

A world where AI empowers everyone. TechEquity Ai envisions inclusive growth, equity, and innovation by breaking down barriers to AI literacy and access—making AI a tool of opportunity for all, not just the privileged.

Feature sessions

The summits are the anchor. Beyond them, TechEquity Ai is rolling out a long-term educational roadmap.

Visionaries behind our AI journey

Ai Summit by TechEquity Ai is brought to life by a coalition of seasoned professionals, each lending their unique expertise to ensure the summit’s unprecedented success. As leaders in their respective fields, the organizers infuse the event with their illustrious backgrounds, solidifying the summit as a pioneering force in the AI landscape.

Board of Directors

Mahan Soltanzadeh

Chairman and CEO

Sheena Tu

COO and Managing Principal

 

Board of Advisory

 

Volunteers, Interns and Staff

Uyoyo Charity Okonkwo
Project Manager
Arshiya Shaikh
Senior Analyst
Maanit Himanshu Shah
Analyst
Haoxian (Fred) Ruan
Analyst
Xinye Guo
Analyst
Hyunseo Caroline Oh
International Business Development Manager
Christopher Smith
IT Manager
Satvika Bommadevara
Strategist – Marketing
Jackie Wu
Senior UI/UX Designer
Peter Lau
Brand Designer
Olena Radiuk
WordPress Developer

Our commitment

Scholarships and discounted passes

Over $160,000 awarded so far, supporting students, career changers, and community members, partnering with organizations like NOVAWORKS for career transition programs.

Community Programs

We are launching workshops, boot camps, and open-source initiatives in partnership with groups such as the AI Alliance and Plug and Play AI Centers of Excellence, offering free or low-cost programs to students, schools, and the public.

Grassroots Volunteer Community

Our 40+ active volunteers contribute to the organization of the event. We provided career and skill training to students, entry-level job seekers, and professionals in career transition.

Sponsors

Meet the sponsors whose generous support makes the Ai Summit possible. Their commitment helps us expand opportunities, foster collaboration, and amplify the impact of inclusive innovation in AI.

Donors

Meet the donors whose generous support makes the TechEquity Ai Summit possible. Their commitment includes in-kind support, grants, and contributions that help expand opportunities and amplify our reach.

Join membership

Empower lives through AI equity. Your tax-deductible subscription helps TechEquity Ai provide the education and tools needed to make artificial intelligence accessible and impactful for everyone.

Frequently Asked Questions

GENERAL INFORMATION

TechEquity Ai is a nonprofit organization focused on making AI accessible through hands-on learning and community-driven programs.

Our flagship initiative is the “TechEquity Ai Summit’, a series of yearly, high-impact events designed to foster innovation, broad participation, and education in AI. The summit features keynote speaking sessions, panel discussions, exhibits, workshops, demos, fireside chats, an Unconference, and curated 1:1 meetings.

We also host a “Monthly Ai Forum Series”, an in-person event smaller than the Summit that features practical talks and hands-on workshops designed to help attendees build real AI skills and workflows they can use right away.

At Ai Summit, we ignite the spark of learning and innovation in AI. It’s a gathering where knowledge becomes accessible to all, embodying our mission to democratize AI. Experience our AI Showcase, engage with Featured Speakers, participate in insightful Panels, and immerse yourself in interactive Workshops.

The TechEquity Ai Summit 2026 is taking place Tuesday, November 3 through Friday, November 6, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM PST.

It will be held at the Snowflake Silicon Valley AI Hub, 8th Floor, 135 Constitution Dr, Menlo Park, CA 94025, USA.

The Ai Summit is for leaders and changemakers building responsible AI systems across sectors; developers and engineers exploring applied AI and agent-based systems; startup founders building AI-powered products; students and career-transition professionals looking to deepen hands-on AI experience; and anyone interested in practical, responsible approaches to modern AI development. 

At the Ai Summit, you can expect strategic insights, real-world AI use cases, technical workshops, and live demonstrations from industry leaders. The program combines thought-leadership talks with hands-on AI agent workshops, so attendees should bring a laptop for workshop participation.

The summit covers tracks across AI in Enterprise, Marketing & Creative, Infrastructure, Smart Cities & Mobility, Workforce Transformation, Education, and Healthcare. It also includes keynotes, panel discussion, demo, workshops, networking.

Registration is free, but RSVP is required and capacity is limited. The listed ticket options are free; however, some require a TechEquity Ai membership to unlock full access.

To register, visit here: https://luma.com/ai-summit-2026

IN-PERSON PARTICIPATION

The Ai Summit runs November 3–6, 2026, with daily programming from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST. 

​Day 1 – AI in Enterprise | AI in Marketing & Creative

Day 2 – AI in Enterprise | AI in Infrastructure | AI in Smart Cities & Mobility

Day 3 – AI in Workforce Transformation | AI in Education

Day 4 – AI in Healthcare

For a detailed schedule of the TechEquity Ai Summit 2026 , including times for each session, speaker information, and specific events, please visit our event agenda page: https://luma.com/ai-summit-2026

You can participate in person at the Ai Summit as a speaker, panelist, exhibitor, workshop host, or attendee. Sponsors and exhibitors may also get involved through speaking opportunities, workshops, live demos, exhibits, and other formats.

Absolutely! Our event is not just a learning opportunity but also a fantastic platform for networking. It’s a one-day event where you can connect with fellow attendees throughout the day. To further facilitate networking, we have a dedicated session at the end specifically designed for this purpose. This session is a great chance to exchange ideas, share contacts, and potentially forge valuable professional relationships.

Yes, in-person attendees will be well-catered for meals throughout the event. We provide breakfast and lunch, ensuring you have the energy to engage in all the sessions. And for a sweet treat, we’ll also be serving ice cream! Our aim is to make your experience as enjoyable and comfortable as possible.

POST-EVENT INFORMATION

Yes. Recordings will be available after the event, but access depends on your ticket type or TechEquity Ai membership level. Full recording access is included with eligible full-access or online recording passes.

Definitely! Our Ai Summit series continues throughout the year, so keep an eye out for upcoming events. 

Additionally, follow us on our social platforms to join our community and stay updated on the latest news and events: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ai-summit-org

Join us to dive deeper into AI discussions and connect with like-minded individuals and professionals!

REGISTRATION AND TICKETS

Yes, you can transfer your ticket. If you need to pass your ticket to someone else, please email us at [email protected].

VIRTUAL ATTENDANCE

Virtual participation is free with registration. As the event date approaches, registered attendees will receive a Zoom link at the email address used during registration to access the live sessions. 

Yes. Virtual attendees can access the live sessions through the Zoom link sent before the event. Access to post-event recordings may depend on the attendee’s ticket type or TechEquity Ai membership level.

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