Amplitude's AI Cookout @ SXSW

​Building Startups in the Age of AI: SXSW Founder Meetup

​Join Amplitude for Startups during SXSW for an insightful fireside chat on what it really takes to go from 0 → 1 with AI shaping the ecosystem. Created for founders, operators, and builders, our fireside chat features exited and venture-backed founders who have built, scaled, and navigated real startup journeys:

• ​Frank Lee — YC Alum, Founder & CEO of Inari

• ​Eric Kim — YC Alum, Founder & CTO of Inari

• ​Yana Welinder — YC Alum, Founder & CEO of Kraftful

• ​Kemel McKenzie — Founder & CEO of Stylo Network

​Expect honest feedback and tactical frameworks, not just surface-level startup advice. We will unpack:

• ​How to evaluate startup problems in the AI era

• ​What makes a solution truly differentiated vs. “wrapper”

• ​Early traction signals that actually matter

• ​Market timing and distribution in an AI-saturated landscape

• ​Lessons from fundraising and exits

​After the discussion, stay for BBQ dinner, drinks, and curated networking with fellow founders, builders, and investors.

​Space is limited to keep the discussion high quality.