Solo Travellers' Tea Break
Solo Travellers’ Tea Break | AI Networking & Community Meetup in Kuala Lumpur
Hosted by The AI Collective, Kuala Lumpur
18 November 2026 | 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Serai, KLGCC Mall, Bukit Kiara, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Attending GBS Global Summit 2026 on your own? You're in good company.
The AI Collective Kuala Lumpur invites independent delegates, visiting founders, technology leaders, entrepreneurs and AI practitioners to join us for an informal networking tea break in Kuala Lumpur.
Because travelling solo shouldn't mean spending the entire conference meeting people only when someone introduces you.
Step away from the summit, leave the conference formalities behind and join fellow delegates and members of Malaysia's technology and AI ecosystem for an afternoon of conversations, connections, tea, coffee and evening bites.
Whether you're visiting Malaysia from overseas, travelling from another part of Southeast Asia or based right here in Kuala Lumpur, this is an opportunity to meet people beyond the conference programme.
No complicated introductions. No corporate networking theatre. Just good conversations with interesting people.
About the Solo Travellers’ Tea Break
The Solo Travellers’ Tea Break is a community networking meetup hosted by The AI Collective, Kuala Lumpur, designed for independent conference attendees, solo travellers, startup founders, entrepreneurs and professionals interested in artificial intelligence, technology, business transformation and the wider innovation ecosystem.
Taking place alongside GBS Global Summit 2026, the gathering creates an informal space for local and international participants to exchange ideas, share experiences and build meaningful professional connections.
The focus is on bringing people together across industries, markets and borders, connecting visiting professionals with Kuala Lumpur's growing technology and AI community.
Why Join Us?
☕ Take a Break from the Summit
Recharge after a busy day of keynote sessions, presentations and conference activities. Enjoy a more relaxed environment with good company.
🤝 Meet Other Independent Travellers
Connect with fellow solo delegates, international visitors, regional founders and independent professionals who are also looking to expand their networks.
💡 Exchange Ideas on AI and Business
Discuss practical AI adoption, emerging technologies, startup opportunities, digital transformation and the business challenges shaping the region.
🌏 Connect with Malaysia's AI and Technology Community
Meet members and representatives of The AI Collective Kuala Lumpur and connect with people working across Malaysia's technology, startup and innovation ecosystem.
🚀 Build Connections Beyond the Conference
Some of the most interesting conversations happen outside the conference hall. Make connections that could extend beyond the summit and across Southeast Asia.
Who Should Attend?
The event is particularly suited to:
Solo delegates and international visitors attending GBS Global Summit 2026.
Startup founders, entrepreneurs and independent business operators.
AI founders, practitioners and technology professionals.
Corporate executives and digital transformation leaders.
Consultants, investors and ecosystem partners.
Professionals exploring AI adoption, innovation and business opportunities in Malaysia and Southeast Asia.
Anyone interested in meeting like-minded people within Kuala Lumpur's technology and business community.
You don't need to be a member of The AI Collective to join us. If you're interested in technology, AI, business and meaningful connections, you're welcome.
Event Details
Event: Solo Travellers’ Tea Break
Host: The AI Collective, Kuala Lumpur
Date: Wednesday, 18 November 2026
Time: 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM (Malaysia Time, MYT / UTC+8)
Venue: Serai, KLGCC Mall
Address: Lot 4F-02, Fourth Floor, KLGCC Mall, 1, Jalan Bukit Kiara 1, Bukit Kiara, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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Food and drinks: Pay as you order. Guests can choose and purchase whatever they prefer directly at the venue.
Programme
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Arrivals and Introductions
Settle in, meet fellow attendees and ease into the afternoon.
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Open Table Conversations
Join informal conversations around AI, technology, startups, business transformation and opportunities across the region.
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Networking and Connections
Continue conversations, exchange contact details, make introductions and capture a few memories.
Hosted by The AI Collective, Kuala Lumpur
The AI Collective is a community bringing together people interested in artificial intelligence, technology, innovation and its practical application across business and society.
Through its Kuala Lumpur community, The AI Collective connects practitioners, founders, business leaders and technology enthusiasts, creating opportunities for knowledge exchange, collaboration and meaningful connections across Malaysia and the wider Southeast Asian ecosystem.
The Solo Travellers’ Tea Break reflects that spirit: bringing people together, making introductions and creating opportunities that don't necessarily happen inside a conference room.
See You in Kuala Lumpur
Whether you've flown halfway around the world or simply travelled across Kuala Lumpur, come along, pull up a chair and meet some interesting people.
You might arrive as a solo traveller. You don't have to leave as one.
The AI Collective, Kuala Lumpur
Connecting people. Sharing ideas. Building the future together.
Please be advised: Unfortunately, space is very limited at these community events and we can not always accept everyone we would like to. If you are not accepted to this event, please keep applying! We appreciate your application tremendously and we are looking forward to seeing you at a future event very soon!
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