12/09/2024
The Southlake Foundation hosted its first AI Summit, which was a resounding success, drawing a diverse audience from various cities in North Texas. This event is part of the Industry Insights Summit Series, a key component of the Foundation's vision to establish Southlake and Westlake as leading hubs for innovation, collaboration, and business growth.
During the Summit, a forward-thinking panel led by moderator Shawn McCaskill, along with industry experts Elizabeth McCalley.eth 🦋, Daniel P. ,Scott Orr, CFA, Muru Murugappan and Ovidio Montemayer, delved into the profound impact of AI on daily life, particularly in the realms of Fintech and Healthcare.
The event also showcased innovative startups in the AI sector, with entrepreneurs like Dan Sinawat, Nick James, Priya Patel, PharmD, MBA, Frank Enriquez, Sapan Bafna, Solomon Tsao and Prasad Pillai presenting their groundbreaking business concepts.
The evening culminated with a keynote address by Ed Curtis who highlighted the remarkable and sustained growth of businesses in Texas, emphasizing the state's appeal, abundant business opportunities, and positive environment that attracts and retains talent.
The Foundation extends its gratitude to Ben Bhatti with the Texas AI Association, for the partnership and acknowledges the generous sponsorships along with Carter DeLuca - Intellectual Property Counsel.
Stay tuned for updates on the next Summit - we look forward to welcoming you again!