Cincy AI Week 2026
The Midwest’s largest dedicated conference for AI professionals and enthusiasts.
Returning June 09-11, 2026
Powered by Enterprise Technology Association, Cincinnati AI Catalyst, and a coalition of community partners.
About Cincy AI Week…
The community-powered ‘un-conference’ is back!
Cincy AI Week, the Midwest’s largest AI conference, returns June 10-12, 2025, at Union Hall and venues across Over-the-Rhine. This community-powered event brings together business leaders, technologists, and AI enthusiasts for a week of summits, workshops, and networking—plus community-hosted events throughout Greater Cincinnati.
Explore the future of AI across dedicated tracks like Responsible AI, Cybersecurity, AI for Business, Government, Education, Nonprofits, and more. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and help shape the region’s AI movement!
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Event Overview
Tuesday, June 10th
Theme: Building an Intelligent Region
Explore how AI is reshaping infrastructure, mobility, government services, and the urban landscape.
Programming begins at 10:00 AM
Centrifuse Demo Night (3:00 – 5:00 PM)
Fireside Chat followed by high-energy startup pitches
Free and open to the public; separate RSVP encouraged
Community Kick-Off Happy Hour (5:00 – 7:00 PM, venue TBD)
A casual mixer with local innovators, sponsors, and tech leaders
Wednesday, June 11th
Theme: Building Intelligent Teams and Organizations
Learn how AI is transforming operations, marketing, HR, and strategy in real business environments.
Women in AI & Tech Breakfast (8:00 – 9:30 AM)
Main programming begins at 10:00 AM
VIP Reception (Invite-only, 4:00 – 6:00 PM at Stillwell OTR)
Private networking for speakers, sponsors, and executive attendees
Thursday, June 12th
Theme: Exploring AI Agents, Systems, and Workflows
A deep dive into agentic workflows, orchestration tools, and next-gen automation strategies.
Programming begins at 10:00 AM
Cincy AI Awards Luncheon (12:30 – 2:00 PM)
Honoring those advancing ethical, inclusive, and high-impact AI across the region
Stage Locations
Stage #1 - Union Hall (2nd Floor)
Stage #2 - Union Hall (4th Floor)
Stage #3 - Somerhaus
Stage #4 - Alcove (The Loft)
Stage #5 - Alcove (The Gathering Room)
NEW THIS YEAR!
Daily Summits and Dedicated Event Tracks
Community Hosted Events All Week
Three Ticket Types To Choose From:
Community Pass (free, limited event access)
Conference Pass (all conference and community events)
VIP All Access Pass (all conference and community events plus invite only sessions and receptions)
INSIDE CINCY AI WEEK Leadership Conference
Three days of events turning AI curiosity into AI capability…
AI Leadership SummitS
Speakers, panels, and breakout sessions dedicated to exploring the future of artificial intelligence in Cincinnati - and beyond!
Women in AI Breakfast
Calling all women in tech! This women-only event features networking, learning, and sharing over breakfast and refreshments.
Innovation ShowcaseS
Lightning round presentations from leading innovators in business, government, and academia using AI to solve hard problems.
Educational Workshops
Get hands-on with AI tools, use cases, solutions, and information at workshops and breakout sessions led by industry experts.
Networking Events
Connect with AI experts, peers, thought leaders, vendors, customers, and partners at AI Woodstock and other networking events.
Community Events
New this year! We are inviting YOU to host an AI Week Event during the week of June 9 - 13, 2025. Email hello@joineta.org to add it to the calendar and for support!
2025 sponsors and partners
PREVIOUS AI WEEK SUCCESS
INTRODUCING THE AI Blueprint for the Cincinnati Region
Sign the letter of support, volunteer to get involved, and provide comments on the AI Blueprint for the Cincinnati Region that revolves around Responsible AI — and creating a better future for 2.3 million people that live in the Greater Cincinnati Region.
Join the #cincyAIWeek conversation on LinkedIn!
Let’s chat!
Interested in getting involved? Looking for more information? We’d love to hear from you!
