Founders & Builders Forum | Securing Capital, IP, & Scaling
TOPIC: Securing Capital, IP, & Scaling
The companies pulling ahead aren't just using AI. They're building with it. If your people and operations aren't designed and architected for success, you're already behind.
The question is how you can secure capital, your IP, and scale your business for optimal valuations.
Join an exclusive AI panel featuring founders, technologists, and innovators building with AI. We'll explore what it takes to streamline operations and processes across development, security, and go-to-market execution, from finding product-market fit with AI-native tools to deploying automations and agents that drive real efficiency and scale. We'll unpack real journeys, emerging tools , and an actionable playbooks you can put to work immediately.
REFRESHMENTS
Appetizers, Drinks, Beer & Wine will be available.
AGENDA
5:00 PM –5:40 PM | Check-In and General Networking
Connect with leading founders, investors, and innovators. Enjoy drinks, appetizers, and curated introductions designed to spark valuable connections.
5:40 PM – 6:00 PM | Sponsor Lightning Intros
Sponsors provide 2-3 minute overview of their company and offerings
6:00 PM – 6:45 PM | Panel or Presentation
Host /Moderator: Sanjay Kalluvilayil
Guest MC:
Jasper Cannon | Managing Partner | Chesterton Hills
Panelists:
Pamela Cytron | Founder and CEO | The Founders Arena
Pranav Jajaput - Co-Founder and GP | Zeron Ventures
Michael Dubner | IP Partner | Dallas Office IP Chair |Foley and Lardner, LLP
Ahmed Abdullah | Founder and CEO | Sitka AI
KEY TOPICS / THEMES
- AI Trends & Insights
- Unique AI Journey & Diverse Perspectives
- AI Tech Stack x Product-Market Fit (PMF)
- Streamlining Operations and Scaling
- Building Real Traction & ROI
- AI Democratization
- Ethical & Responsible AI
- 2026 AI Playbook
6:45 PM – 7:00 PM | Audience Q&A
- An interactive session capturing real-time perspectives from the audience.
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7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Open Networking
General Networking in Open Area
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | VIP Master Mind Session
VIP Master Mind Session in Executive Boardroom for
VIP Ticket Holders and SpeakersMeet the Speakers
Explore collaboration opportunities with other founders, builders, and investors
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The AI Space Podcast Overview
Launched in December 2024, the show empowers founders, innovators, and technologists with game-changing insights to grow and scale their businesses with AI. Visionary founders and trailblazing leaders, those in the trenches pioneering innovative strategies and technology solutions in The AI Space, share their amazing journeys and hard-fought, battle tested, real-world insights. The show is the Winner of Two Telly Awards 2026 and now a w3 award!
Host & Sponsor Opportunity
A unique opportunity at the intersection of Business x AI to broaden opportunities for women, attendees, partners, and sponsors. This event will showcase the unique value that can be created when communities come together.
Want to Feature your company?
e-mail: sanjay@stonehaasadvisors.com
Hosts & Partners
Sponsors
- Stonehaas Advisors
- BravoTECH
- Sambaluk Consulting
- Wysera
- LeanSix AI
Format:
- Immersive Networking
- Presentation + Q/A
- Recorded to upload to YouTube & other platforms.
Audience: AI Founders, Builders, & Investors
- Founding Team – CEO, CTO, CPO, CMO, etc.
- Corporate Marketing Executives and Team
- City Economic Development and Innovation Officers
- Executive - Product and Data leaders, Operators
- Entrepreneurs and Fractional Executives
- Legal – Corporate & IP experts
- Investors, VCs and Angels
- PE and Family Offices
- Banking and Financial Institutions
- Community Leaders & Associations
- Ecosystem Partners & Academia
ORGANIZERS
Stonehaas Advisors – an advisory/ consulting firm partnering with AI Founders and Businesses struggling with cash flows to drive customer loyalty, revenue growth, operational excellence, and profitability to maximize valuations – enabling growth, successful capital raises, and strategic exits.
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Sanjay Kalluvilayil
Creator & Host | The AI Space Podcast
Founder & CEO | Stonehaas Advisors
Winner of Two Telly Awards 2026
Winner of w3 Award 2026