(Co)nnect: Philly AI Ecosystem Summit
(Co)nnect: Philly's AI Ecosystem Summit is a Philly Tech Week gathering designed to bring together the people building, supporting, and growing AI and tech across Philadelphia.
The idea behind (Co) is simple: community, collaboration, and connection.
Philadelphia's AI ecosystem is growing quickly. Founders are building, researchers are innovating, operators are applying AI in real-world settings, and investors and ecosystem leaders are paying attention. What is often missing is shared space to learn from each other, build relationships, and see the full picture more clearly.
This summit is built to create that space.
Join founders, builders, researchers, investors, operators, educators, and community leaders for a full day of keynotes, fireside conversations, lightning sessions, demos, and networking at Pennovation Works. Together, we will spotlight the creativity, strength, and momentum already present across Philly's AI and tech scene, while helping shape what comes next.
What to expect
A full-day Philly Tech Week summit at Pennovation Works
Opening keynote on Philadelphia's opportunity and momentum in AI and tech
Fireside conversations on capital, builders' journeys, talent, infrastructure, and long-term ecosystem growth
Lightning talks and workshop-style sessions
Startup and builder demos
Networking over breakfast, lunch, and happy hour
A room full of founders, builders, investors, researchers, operators, and ecosystem leaders
Who should attend
This event is for the people building, backing, studying, and shaping the future of AI and technology in Philadelphia, including:
Founders and startup teams
AI builders, developers, and technologists
Researchers and educators
Investors and innovation leaders
Operators and enterprise professionals
Community builders, civic leaders, and ecosystem partners
Curious professionals who want a clearer view of where Philly's AI scene is headed
Program themes
The Philadelphia Advantage
A big-picture keynote on why Philadelphia is well positioned to lead in AI and innovation.
Capital & Community
A conversation on funding, ecosystem support, and what founders need to grow in this region.
Builders' Journeys
Stories from startup leaders and builders creating real momentum in Philly.
Talent, Infrastructure, & the Long Game
A discussion on what makes Philadelphia sticky for talent and companies over time.
A Call to Build
A closing conversation focused on action, momentum, and what comes next for Philly's AI ecosystem.