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December 26 - 27, 2025
9am - 9pm PST

This free, community-oriented event offers insights on human-centered AI—mindset, use cases, discoveries, artistry, collaboration, and even a few grievances —- perfect for enthusiasts and experts at any level.
Who We Are
AI Festivus is a collaboration between She Leads AI and the AI Salon, two vibrant global communities committed to responsible AI that enriches our lives and improves our world.
She Leads AI
We Unite Accomplished Women to Advance AI for Global Prosperity

Our membership community, the She Leads AI Society, offers peer mentoring, a 24/7 platform for connecting, a resource library, and a rich network of colleagues and collaborators.

The She Leads AI Academy offers a Certified AI Educator cohort, monthly, beginner-friendly AI Foundations for Women, and skill-specific trainings, i.e. Advanced AI Writing Intensive. In February 2026, we offer our Launch Your AI Consultancy cohort (apply here).

We host the CREATE Conference, She Leads AI Forum events, and a weekly Social Saturday meet-up for women in AI.

Our newsletter, The SLAI Effect is a tremendous resource for our subscriber community. Expect inspiring highlights of women making waves in the AI space, exclusive resources from guest contributors, access to discounts on events and products, and invitations to participate in audience-building opportunities. Subscribe here.
The AI Salon
Vision
The AI Salon is a community of AI optimists committed to mindfully exploring the power of generative AI to unlock transformative opportunities for all.
Mission
We bring together everyday people to explore, create, collaborate, and inspire each other to learn out loud and discover the possibilities and opportunities of AI. We gather novices, experts, and everyone in between, transparently sharing online and in person, because learning and creating together are the keys to our optimistic future.
Ethos
PLAY FIRST
Joyfully explore generative AI. Gain knowledge and inspiration.
MINDFULLY CREATE
Surprise ourselves and powerfully meet challenges. Unleash what we make.
GENEROUSLY LEAD
Lead others. Redefine what's possible. Unlock a new era of human achievement.

Start your adventure in the AI Salon.
Our AI Festivus Goals
Highlight fun, empathy and generous leadership. Amplify underrepresented voices. Inspire real-world impact. HAVE FUN!
Virtual Expo Opens December 15th - mark your calendar!
To reserve your booth, contact Kate@SheLeadsAI.ai
To shop the Expo, keep an eye on your inbox for an announcement!
Bringing Together a Global Community of AI Enthusiasts
December 26 - 27, 2025
9am - 9pm PST
From entrepreneurs to developers, marketing managers to artists, policymakers to teachers – all of our speakers are focused on ethical and beneficial AI.
Featured Presenters
Get inspired by mentors shaping AI's future across all industries. Their workshops will spark innovation whether you're a developer, entrepreneur, creative professional, or anywhere in between.

PRESENTERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED SOON!
AI Festivus Sponsors
This event is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors. Their commitment to innovation, education, and community empowerment helps us provide a space for learning, connection, and growth.
Here's what people are saying about AI Festivus

"I have been here for 12 hours each day. I have an indention in my couch." — Bettina Mason

“AI Festivus 2024 was a powerhouse of innovation, where every moment crackled with energy and opportunity. Every interaction, from networking lounges buzzing with creativity to workshops brimming with actionable insights, ignited ideas that redefined the boundaries of what’s possible.” — Leslie Murdock

"Being able to connect to the speakers and everyone in the Festivus easily within the chat and watching the presentations in their natural flow…it really took me in." — Evren Abali

"Empowering, inspiring, and packed with knowledge, resources, tools, and an amazing network! Kyle and Anne's chilled and funny sense added a safe touch, making the sophisticated scary AI future feel exciting! also the warriors behind the scenes, THANK YOU ALL :)" — Magdolin Harmina
"Attending the AI Festivus event and presenting my work was an unforgettable experience! I didn’t anticipate the depth of connections I would make, and the event became a transformative milestone in my AI journey. I feel incredibly fortunate to have been part of something so special." — Brittany Dunn
"What a fantastic two days with a community of curious, smart and very generous humans! The presenters were terrific, and I think we all left so much better than we came . . . with new friendships that will continue on as we AI grow together." — Maren Finzer
Enhance your AI Festivus Experience
Registration to AI Festivus 2025 is FREE — here are some special offers available when you check out!
Deluxe Replay Bundle ($27)
Includes complete proceedings of AI Festivus 2025: replays, transcripts Jellypod podcasts, NotebookLM audio and video overviews, and written content based on the presentations. Plus some secret bonuses. Replays won't otherwise be available, so don't miss this chance!
1 Year AI Salon Mastermind ($200)
The AI Salon Mastermind is designed for those ready to move from passive learning to purposeful action in the world of generative AI. This is the space where leadership is built not just on skills but on trust, earned over time. If you've been experimenting on your own and want to go further, this is your space.
LIVE Advanced AI Writing Intensive with Anne Murphy ($100)
January 15, 2026. Don't let AI-heavy content undermine your credibility. Learn how to work with AI to create content that sings your song, but a little better. You'll learn how to create content that captures attention and enhances your credibility. No AI slop for you!
AI Readiness Training Program and Certificate ($199)
Gain essential skills for collaborating with AI in real-world scenarios.
Visit the Virtual Expo beginning December 15!
Keep an eye on your inbox for more information. If you'd like to promote your brand or an offer, contact Kate@SheLeadsAI.AI
Sponsorship Opportunities
Position Your Brand As An Ethical AI Champion
  • Gain a competitive advantage through positioning as a trusted voice in the AI landscape
  • Get tens of thousands of impressions through our influencer network leading up to, during, and after AI Festivus
  • Connect directly with high-value decision-makers at the virtual event
  • Access emerging leaders who will influence technology purchasing decisions for decades to come, all at AI Festivus 2025
Meet AI Festivus Co-Founder:
Anne Murphy
Anne Murphy is a recognized leader in AI strategy, policy, and education.
With 30 years in fundraising for STEM education and research, she has advised policymakers and business leaders, trained thousands of professionals in ethical AI, and built She Leads AI to ensure women are at the forefront of AI’s future.
Her driving force is the mission of She Leads AI: unite accomplished women to advance AI for global prosperity.
She lives in Corvallis, Oregon with her family and doggos. She's a very loud laugher who will tell anyone she meets that Chicago deep dish pizza is, in fact, the best pizza.
Anne Murphy
CEO, Empowered Fundraiser Consulting
Founder, She Leads AI
Meet AI Festivus Co-Founder:
Kyle Shannon
Kyle Shannon is a digital storytelling and marketing innovator with 30+ years of experience. He co-founded and is CEO of Storyvine, transforming video storytelling, and in the mid-1990s co-founded AGENCY.COM, shaping digital advertising.
His leadership at AGENCY.COM led to a successful NASDAQ IPO and sale to Omnicom. Recently, Kyle has focused on generative AI, founding the AI Salon and the AI Learning Lab TikTok channel.
A dynamic public speaker, Kyle shares insights on emerging technologies, reflecting his continuous pioneering spirit in the digital world.
Kyle Shannon
CEO, Storyvine
Author, Collective Intelligence in the Age of AI and AI FUTURES
AI Festivus 2025: The year-end ritual for skeptics and believers alike.
This virtual, multi-day FREE event imagines a future where the people shaping AI reflect the full complexity of the world AI is meant to serve.
We're not all coders. Or marketers.
We come from every country.
We love AI. We hate AI.
We are 18, we are 98.
We are early adopters.
We don't all agree.
We show up.
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