The Future Of Live Events & Community In An AI-Driven World
This event is presented by Memberly & Silicon Valley Bank
Technology has connected us digitally, yet many of us still feel isolated. As society faces a growing human connection crisis, the role of live experiences has never been more vital.
In a world transformed by AI, how do we preserve the authenticity of in-person connection while embracing innovation? Join us for an evening of insightful conversation, bold ideas, and real-world connection as we bring together leaders shaping the future of events, community, and technology.
This signature panel + mixer series gathers tech founders, thought leaders, event producers, investors, and community builders to explore how AI, design, and human-centered innovation are reshaping the spaces where we gather, celebrate, and connect.
We’ll dive into:
How event technology and AI can combat digital disconnection and foster real-world belonging.
The evolution from traditional ticketing models toward more sustainable, community-centric experiences.
How creators and producers can build lasting revenue and audience loyalty with AI-driven tools.
Why live events remain essential for culture, creativity, and human connection in an increasingly digital world.
Whether you’re an early-stage founder, AI innovator, community builder, investor (especially in entertainment, events, or AI), or event producer, this event is designed to spark conversation, collaboration, and community impact.
👥 Ideal For: Startup founders, AI founders, community builders, investors in entertainment/events/AI, and ecosystem builders.
Moderator
Eric Jones — Founder & CEO, Memberly
Eric “Doctor Dapper” Jones is a tech founder, cultural strategist, and community builder focused on reimagining how people connect in real life. As the founder of Memberly, Eric is building a community-driven event technology platform that helps creators turn audiences into members and live events into sustainable ecosystems.
With a background in hospitality and over 400 curated events across major cities, Eric brings a rare blend of cultural insight, operator experience, and product vision to the conversation.
Featured Panelists
Monica Pool Knox — CEO & GP, Good Trouble Ventures
Monica Pool Knox is the CEO and General Partner at Good Trouble Ventures, where she supports and invests in early-stage founders building human-centered, community-driven technology companies. With decades of executive leadership across global tech and consumer brands, Monica brings a people-first lens, deep operational experience, and strategic insight to the intersection of innovation, culture, and connection.
Merve Isler - Founder, Marvelous
Merve Isler is the Founder & CEO of Marvelous, an AI-powered operating system for experiential marketing and real-world growth. She is also the creator of AI Insiders, a verticalized ecosystem for AI founders, investors, researchers, and enterprise leaders. Her signature is building rooms that feel like the future because the room is the product.
Brad Bao — Founder, Pear.us & Lime Co-Founder & Chairman
Brad Bao is a seasoned Silicon Valley entrepreneur who co-founded LimeBike (now Lime), helping shape the micro-mobility revolution in cities worldwide. He recently founded Pear.us, a social commerce platform, and has a deep track record in business development, venture investing, and scaling tech companies.
Nellie Abramson — Head of Product Management, Eventbrite
Nellie Abramson is a product leader in the live experiences space, currently leading Product Management at Eventbrite, one of the world’s largest platforms connecting millions to live events. With previous leadership roles spanning e-commerce and product at core tech companies, Nellie’s work centers on elevating how people discover, share, and create experiences that matter.
Join us for a night of dialogue, discovery, and networking with some of the most forward-thinking innovators reimagining how we gather in an AI-driven world.
Memberly is a community-driven event technology platform helping creators, producers, and organizations turn audiences into members and live events into sustainable ecosystems. By replacing one-off ticketing with subscription-based access and AI-powered insights, Memberly empowers producers to build recurring revenue, deepen audience loyalty, and create more meaningful real-world connection in an increasingly digital world.
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Sponsors & Community Partners
MediaRide helps B2B teams turn attention into pipeline through video-led marketing.
In 2026, they are offering complimentary consultation and select execution for teams they're excited to build with, spanning overview videos, product demos, event coverage, social content, and brand foundations.
The AI Collective
The AI Collective is a global community of builders, founders, and operators advancing the future of artificial intelligence. Through meetups, pitch nights, and ecosystem-driven programming, The AI Collective creates space for meaningful collaboration, education, and real-world connection within the AI community.
E11VN Stack
E11VN Stack is a go-to-market and brand strategy studio helping early-stage startups move from idea to traction. Focused on positioning, storytelling, and scalable growth systems, E11VN Stack partners with founders to build strong foundations that accelerate product-market fit and long-term success.
Vidlo
Vidlo is a video engagement platform designed to help founders, sales teams, and communities communicate more authentically at scale. By replacing static messaging with personalized video, Vidlo enables deeper connection, clearer storytelling, and higher-impact outreach across sales, marketing, and community-building efforts.