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If you're interested in meeting with other developers and chatting about tech, life, etc. during your lunch break, you're more than welcome to join us at our virtual table.

What You’ll Learn:

• Professional Development: How to build and present your professional identity.

• Interview Success: Tips and strategies to stand out in interviews. Job Hunting

• Techniques: Effective ways to navigate the digital job market, from LinkedIn optimization to using social media in your job search.

Note — $10 for College Students, $20 for non-college students.

Agenda:

• Chris G. will given an intro to AI & AR in Memphis: a manifesto for action to leverage this moment in time. There will be a specific focus on MedTech.

• Kathryn Hicks will give a talk on her current project work.

• Chris G. will discuss AR smart glasses for training in the trades.

• The remaining half hour will be networking, and open discussion of the opportunity that Artificial Intelligence & Augmented Reality present, within the Memphis market.

Authentic New York style pizza provided by Slice pizza.

Are you interested in exploring how AI and automation are transforming the way we work and innovate? Kickstart your morning with an engaging and insightful conversation about the latest trends and tools in AI automation.

What to Expect:

Informal discussions on AI automation applications Networking with industry peers A great cup of coffee to fuel your day! Bring your questions, insights, and a willingness to learn. We can’t wait to see you there!

Get ready for a flavor-packed lunch at the StickEm Food Truck! Swing by Epicenter in Downtown Memphis for mouthwatering grilled kabobs and tasty sides that’ll hit the spot! Don’t miss it!

901AI —The AI-Driven Leader: Harnessing AI to Make Faster, Smarter Decisions

February 27, 2025
12noon to 1:30pm CDT

This workshop equips executives with practical AI skills to streamline operations, enhance strategic thinking, accelerate data-driven decisions, and unlock growth opportunities—delivering immediate value.

Meeting agenda:
6:00 pm Food and drink, attendee networking
6:30 pm Main meeting

AgLaunch365 Portfolio Showcase & Demo Night

February 27, 2025
1pm to 10:30pm CDT

Meet founders from the AgLaunch365 Portfolio at the Portfolio Showcase where they'll be demonstrating cutting-edge ag tech. Hear talks from experts & innovators at our Lightning Talks and make new connections over drinks and hors d'oeuvres at our Happy Hour before heading to the beautiful Crosstown Theater to hear our latest cohort pitch live! Afterwards, enjoy more delicious local food, cocktails, and music while continuing to network with our AgLaunch365 cohort founders at the VIP afterparty.

Spend the hour chatting about research and design concepts along with new and exciting topics in the world of UI/UX.

Create, learn, and explore hands-on tech fun at the local makerspace’s 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞!

Show off your personal projects, school projects, tutorials, or anything else you're working on – whether they're finished or still in progress. The idea is to practice engaging with like-minded tech enthusiasts. And if you don't have anything to showcase, come and join us in celebrating and supporting our fellow techies.

Brian and Jada will bring a solar-powered battery. We will then attempt to self-host an AI model. So we will in effect be creating a proof-of-concept of an AI model running via solar power.

Ready to advance your career in IT and STEM? Join the BDPA of Memphis! Our chapter offers professional development, networking, mentoring, and community outreach to help you thrive. Connect with like-minded professionals, gain valuable skills, and make a positive impact.

The Memphis Technology Foundation (MTF) is a nonprofit organization committed to supporting and promoting the technology community in Memphis, Tennessee. It acts as a central hub for local technology professionals, enthusiasts, and students by organizing events, meetups, and educational programs that focus on software development, IT, cybersecurity, and other technology-related fields.

We invite you to join our dedicated Discord server for networking opportunities and discussions on various technology topics.

Top 3 of 11 Beloved Coffee Shops

Belltower Coffee
525 S Highland St, Memphis, TN 38111
Notes: Great coffee spot with good sandwiches off oh Highland Strip close to UofM. Free drip coffee on Saturdays. Decent parking options most days throughout the week. Can get busy during university exam seasons.

Crosstown Concourse - French Truck Coffee
1350 Concourse Ave, Memphis, TN 38104
Notes: Multipurpose building with coffee shop (French Truck), food spots, and even a high school. Sometimes will have live music in main lobby. Lots of seating across various floors. Free parking garage on Floors 2+

Congregation Coffee
3060 Forest Hill Irene Rd, Germantown, TN 38138
Notes: Great coffee. Indoor and outdoor seating. Large parking lot.

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