How to monetize AI: Insights from Synthesia, Together AI, and Lago
AI is moving fast, but building a real business around it is harder than ever. From infrastructure providers to applied AI, how should innovation be monetized?
Julien Codorniou (GP, 20VC) will lead an honest conversation with leaders shaping AI across the stack:
Nakul Jamadagni, Product at Synthesia
James Barker, VP EMEA at Together AI
Anh-Tho Chuong, CEO at Lago
The panel will explore business models and dive into pricing strategies ranging from subscriptions to usage-based and outcome-based approaches. We’ll also discuss when startups should focus on monetization versus product and research, and what investors are looking for in 2025.
This event is designed for founders, product and finance leaders building at the intersection of AI, infrastructure, and software. Expect practical insights, candid Q&As, and plenty of time to connect over drinks.
Agenda
5:30 pm — Arrivals & Networking
6:15 pm — Panel Discussion
6:45 pm — Audience Q&A
7:00 pm — Cocktail Reception
About the host
Lago is the open-source billing platform that makes usage-based pricing simple for AI and software companies. With real-time metering that handles up to 15,000 events per second, Lago supports all nuances of pricing complexity through an easy-to-use API and elegant UI.
Trusted by companies like Groq, Together AI, and Mistral AI, and backed by $22 million from top investors including FirstMark and Y Combinator, Lago lets engineering teams focus on developing their best products instead of building billing.