AI Builders, Founders, & Execs • 2Hr SXSW Kickoff Cocktail Party
Attend The Free 2-Hour SXSW Kickoff Cocktail Party for AI Builders, Founders, & Execs
If you're a Founder, Executive, Business owner, or AI operator/builder... in the right room.
Drinks are on Austin Distel, ex-CMO @ Jasper and AI community leader, so you can skip the bill and dive right into socializing on AI.
RSVP for intentional conversations about how Agents & AI Workflows are reshaping how your teams drive revenue and what leaders are doing today to stay ahead.
Curated Topics For Discussion:
You'll choose 2 topics to jump into small-group conversations with your peers
OpenClaw Early-Wins & Fails
Claude workflows & agents
AI-powered lead gen, ads, and marketing
Scaling brand creative & content with AI
AI Operations & Admin Workflows
You do not need to be technical.
Many of the most successful AI adopters today are non-technical leaders using AI to multiply their teams and output.
If you’re responsible for revenue, strategy, or scaling a company, this room is for you.
No pitches, panels, or presentations — just real talk with fellow AI Builders & Innovative Leaders who are figuring out how to turn AI into real leverage inside their companies.
What to expect
Networking from 2:00-4:00 PM CDT
Free event, but RSVP is required
A welcoming environment and conversation format that makes meeting new people easy and encourages real connection, not awkward small talk and wandering.
To maintain a high-value environment, all registrations are reviewed, and sales pitches are not permitted.
Thank you to our sponsors:
GenAIU.com | Distel.ai
We're welcoming 2 more sponsors – email [email protected]
2-Hour Event Itinerary:
2:00–2:30 p.m. — Welcome drinks
Then select 2 out of 6 topics for small group
2:30–3:00 p.m. — Small Groups Round 1
3:00–3:30 p.m. — Small Groups Round 2
3:30 p.m. — Group Photo
3:30-4:00 p.m. — Friendworking
4:00 p.m. — Goodbyes!
Location
In the heart of downtown Austin, Texas for SXSW week.
Impact Lounge @ The Belmont
305 W 6th St. Austin, TX 78701
Who This Is For
We’re prioritizing leaders who own decisions and outcomes, including:
Founders and entrepreneurs
CEOs and business owners
Startup operators and executives
SaaS founders and leadership teams
AI agency founders and automation builders
Investors exploring the AI landscape
You do not need to be technical.
Many of the most successful AI adopters today are non-technical leaders using AI to multiply their teams and output.
If you’re responsible for revenue, strategy, or scaling a company, this room is for you.
Who This Is NOT For
This is not designed for:
Job seekers
People looking for their first exposure to AI
Purely academic discussions about AI
The focus is on practical AI adoption inside real businesses.
Exclusive dinners with fellow AI builders
Select attendees will be invited to smaller private dinners and gatherings happening in Austin. If you read this far... and would like to be invited to dinner... DM Austin Distel on Instagram.