Join a free, two-day virtual event packed with peer-led workshops and networking lounges. Hosted by AI Salon and #SheLeadsAI, this sponsored gathering welcomes all levels of AI experience and focus areas.
9am - 8pm Pacific
December 27 and 28
Join other enthusiasts all day to mingle, share AI success stories, discuss favorite tools, and build connections.
A wide range, including:
• Cultivating the AI Mindset.
• Practical Filmmaking Tips
to Elevate Your Craft.
• Prioritizing Workplace Wellness with AI.
• Turning Internet Data into Creative Gold.
• Thriving in the AI Culture Shift.
Our 2nd annual year-end celebration brought together brilliant minds, engaging discussions, and an incredible community of AI enthusiasts.
Keep the Conversation Going!
Stay connected with fellow Festivus attendees and AI enthusiasts year-round:
We’re already brainstorming for next year’s event! Stay tuned for updates and opportunities to get involved.
Two Full Days for Learning and Connection
This free, community-sponsored event offers insights on AI use cases, tools, governance, and more—perfect for enthusiasts and experts at any level.
AI Festivus unites #SheLeadsAI and the AI Salon, two communities committed to ethical AI that enriches our lives and improves our world. The AI Salon launched in November 2022, led by Kyle Shannon and Leah Fasten. #SheLeadsAI launched in January 2024, led by Anne Murphy. We nurture inclusive spaces where curiosity, growth, and connection thrive. The two groups complement each other, infusing every collaboration with energy and fun.
Both communities offer open access to events, share insights, and spotlight members, fostering a vibrant and evolving vision. The AI Salon’s playful environment features nightly live shows and a lively membership channel on Mighty Networks. #SheLeadsAI began with a series of events in 2024 and is expanding to offer branded educational programs, AI consulting, and an in-person conference in 2025.
From entrepreneurs to developers, marketing managers to artists, policymakers to teachers – all of our attendees are focused on ethical and beneficial AI
This event is for curious minds, creative innovators, and AI enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you’re a tech newbie or a seasoned pro, you’ll leave with:
Get inspired by our peer 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.
With Kimberly Offord, Owner, The Referral Store
With Suzanne Welker Jurgens, Product Manager, Adobe
With Josh Huston, Founder, Quick AI Wins
With CJ Fletcher, Generative Artist, City Under Ceej Designs
With Cyndi Coon, Applied Experiential Fitirost and Founder, Applied Futures Lab
With Pate Motter, AI Performance Engineer, Google
With Tara Bonhorst, Founder and Instructional Designer, Do That Dave
With Joy Purdy, Founder, Joyride Productions
With Marisol Rios, Founder of The Branding Witch™; Branding Expert and AI Creative Coach; Helping Witchy Neurodivergent Women Unleash Their Magic with AI
With Daisy Thomas, AI Salon Policy & Civic Engagement Guild Leader
With Matt Karabinos "Mr. K", 6th Grade Teacher, Williamsburg Community school District, PA; AI Trainer for Intermediate Unit Region 8
With Glen Osmond, Retired CIO, IT and New Technologies
With Rachel M. Kimber, Managing Director at Full Circle Impact Solutions, and Dr. Fiona Jaramillo, Co-Founder and CEO of EIE Partners
With Brian Moynihan, CEO, Dreamspace Consulting, and Adnan Iftekhar, CEO, Catalyst Consulting
With Dawn Kristy, JD, AI & Cybersecurity Advisor, The Cyber Dawn ®
With Kelly Boesch, Video Editor and Graphic Designer
With Tracey Hawkins, Safety and Security Source
With Bob Mitton, Jessica Hreha, and Matt Schmid
With Brian Maucere, Michelle Muncy-Silva, Daya Ottley, and Josh Hirsch
With Justin Coats, Jim Ross, An McCrackin, Chris Harris, and Danielle LaFleur
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. We’re proud to partner with organizations that believe in advancing AI and fostering meaningful collaboration.
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