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APWA Spring Conference 2026
2026-04-01 09:00 - 2026-04-03 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | M Resort Spa Casino, 12300 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Henderson, NV, 89044, United States
Join us April 1- 3, 2026 at the Annual APWA Spring Conference in Las Vegas, NV!

APWA Nevada Spring Conference 2026
Home Means Nevada: World-Class Infrastructure Built Together

Join us for the APWA Nevada Spring Conference 2026! The conference will start on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 9am and run through Friday, April 3, 2026.
This annual conference provides you the opportunity to connect with other public works professionals and gain valuable insights on the latest trends and best practices through educational programming, vendor awareness, and networking events.
Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Register now and secure your spot at the APWA Nevada Spring Conference 2026!
Stay Tuned for the full program, including special events and a list of attendees, sponsors & vendors, and offical conference app!

Additional information can be found HERE!!!

Register now to take advantage of our Early Bird rates!

Members – Early Bird Through 3/6/26 $350
Members – Standard $400
Non-Members – Early Bird Through 3/6/26 $550
Non-Members – Standard $600
YP Members – Early Bird Through 3/6/26 $225
YP Members – Standard $275
YP Non-Members – Early Bird Through 3/6/26 $300
YP Non-Members – Standard $350

Exhibitors – Early Bird Through 3/6/26 $900
Exhibitors – Standard $1000
Exhibitor Additional Attendees $350

Banquet Guest $100
BBQ Guest $100
YP Wednesday $100

For registration related questions, please reach out to Ed Demars at edward.demars@lvvwd.com or Luis Morales at lmorales@lasvegasnevada.gov
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The Draft Program is now available HERE!
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Wednesday, April 1, 11:30 am – 12:45 pm YP Lunch

Calling all APWA Young Professionals! This Spring Conference we are hosting another exciting YP Luncheon with special guest speakers from the industry. Expect to have an engaging experience with fellow YP’s and learn from some of Las Vegas’ most experienced professionals. Attend, network, and enjoy a delicious lunch with your peers! We hope to see you there!
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Friday, April 3, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm – APWA 2026 Spring Conference Golf Tournament at Revere Golf Club
Register HERE!
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All APWA Members and Industry Leaders are encouraged to submit education session presentation forms. Details for Call for Papers including the Speaker Submission Form can be found HERE!
Questions? Reach out to our Speakers Chair, Chelsea Duke at chelsea.duke@cityofhenderson.com.
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Project of the Year (POTY) Nominations are now open! Please submit your forms to Jed no later than March 20, 2026

Details for POTY including the Nomination Form can be found HERE!

Questions? Reach out to Andrew Howard at andrew.howard@westwoodps.com.
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2026 APWA Nevada Spring Conference Exhibitor spaces are available now!
Questions? Reach out to our Exhibitor Chair, Daniel Wolf at daniel.wolf@kimley-horn.com.
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Show your support and increase your company’s exposure by being a sponsor! More information and the link to the Sponsorship Packet can be found HERE!

Questions? Reach out to our Sponsor Chair, Tanner Hartranft at thartranft@dcsnv.com.
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The Attendee List is now available! Check back for updates as the event nears.
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****HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION****

Don’t Snooze… book your hotel room early to get a good rate on your hotel stay!

The M Resort Spa Casino is pleased to provide rooms for the conference at a discounted rate through March 2, 2026.

Please note that it is the policy of the hotel that all guests present a valid credit card upon check-in. To receive this group rate, all reservations must be booked no later than March 2, 2026. To book a room, use the link provided below:

CLICK HERE TO BOOK ROOMS!

Web3 Wednesdays 7-9pm at Loaded Empanadas in Summerlin 1st Wed. of Every Month
2026-04-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Loaded Empanadas, 750 S. Rampart Blvd #15, Las Vegas, NV, 89145, US
Vegas Crypto Group is excited to announce NFTLasVegas presents Web3 Wednesdays – Every first Wednesday of the month! Hosted by Quincey Lee Don’t miss our next meetup happening on the first Wednesday of every month at Loaded Empanadas 7pm to 9pm (usually runs later).
Come enjoy a networking mixer, presentations, and discuss Web3, Ai, and Blockchain with knowledgable and friendly builders, creators, investors, and tech enthusiasts from Summerlin, Las Vegas and around the world.
Sponsored by Stand With Crypto – standwithcrypto.org: A grassroots advocacy organization dedicated to defending the rights of individuals to own and use cryptocurrencies in the United States. They mobilize crypto enthusiasts to engage with policymakers and promote pro-crypto legislation. Visit StandWithCrypto.org to learn more!
SatoshiPercenter.com – Original Bitcoin and Bitcoin related apparel and accessories.
InNoutCrypto.com – Crypto and Crypto related apparel and accessories. Find exclusive Orange Rabbit merchandise here!
FollowTheOrangeRabbit.com – Get exclusive Rewards, NFTs, Events, and Quests!
Vegas Crypto Group is helping to foster a growing community of emerging tech start ups and blockchain based projects. We host online and in person meetups and events in Las Vegas since 2018. We’ve launched our new community website called Inform Empower. We are proud to announce that we are producing our mini-doc about emerging tech communities in Las Vegas called “Vegas Nexus”. Learn more at InformEmpower.com
Please visit https://informempower.com/all-events/ for complete list of all events.
We organize meetups out of a passion for self-ownership, free exchange, emerging technology and for the decentralized, distributed, transparent, peer to peer, permission-less, pseudo-anonymous, censorship resistant Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency community. Visit us at VegasCryptoGroup.com
We look forward to seeing you at the Loaded Empanadas in Summerlin the First Wednesday of every month 7pm to 9pm!

Building Strong Client Relationships
2026-04-02 11:30 - 14:00 | Fogo de Chao, 360 E Flamingo Rd Las Vegas, NV 89169 United States
Building Strong Client Relationships and Setting Boundaries
In the fast-paced Las Vegas marketing landscape, building strong client relationships is the difference between a one-off project and a decade-long partnership. But how do you stay agile and responsive to client needs without sacrificing your team’s boundaries or the project’s strategic integrity?
Join AMA Las Vegas for our April luncheon as we go “behind the curtain” of high-stakes account management. We’re moving beyond basic customer service to explore the “High Life” of professional partnerships—where empathy meets authority, and clear boundaries actually lead to deeper trust.
Whether you are agency-side, a solo consultant, or an in-house lead managing internal stakeholders, this session will provide you with the scripts, strategies, and psychological insights needed to navigate the most complex client dynamics.
Meet Our Moderator

Crissie Bown moved to Las Vegas in 2004 to attend the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, where her passion for media first took root. While at UNLV, she served as the Advertising Manager for the student newspaper, The Rebel Yell, gaining hands-on experience in marketing and communications. After graduating, Crissie launched her professional career at FOX5 Television in 2009 as an Account Executive, crafting customized marketing solutions and specializing in television, digital marketing, print, and product integration. After seven years of helping businesses grow through strategic media planning, she was promoted to Local Sales Manager in 2017, where she led a high-performing team, drove revenue growth, and cultivated long-standing client relationships through creative, results-driven campaigns. In Fall 2023, Crissie purchased Henderson City Lifestyle Magazine, where she now serves as Owner and Publisher. In this role, she combines her expertise in marketing with her passion for storytelling and community connection. Crissie works closely with local leaders, business owners, and creatives to highlight the people and stories that make Henderson a vibrant and special place to live. For Crissie, publishing is more than a business—it’s about building community, celebrating local voices, and sharing the stories that make Henderson home.
Meet Our Panelists

Courtney Fogle is a communications practitioner who believes strong client relationships are the foundation of great work. With a background working agency-side, she has partnered with organizations across industries including construction, healthcare, manufacturing, retail and hospitality, supporting both national brands and local organizations that are deeply connected to their communities. Courtney is known for integrating closely with client teams, building trust with leadership and operating as a true extension of the organizations she supports.
In her role as senior communications advisor at 84 Communications, Courtney helps organizations strengthen their reputation through strategic communications, internal communications and media relations. She also serves as president of the PRSA Las Vegas Valley Chapter, where she is committed to supporting professional development and connection within the region’s communications community.

Dan Schwarz is the Multimedia Sales Manager KVVU-FOX5 Born and raised in Chicago, attended Indiana University-Bloomington, graduated with a degree in Telecommunications.
I celebrated 40 years in broadcasting in 2025, and I have worked as a Commercial
Producer, Account Executive, and various sales management positions in Iowa, Montana, and Nevada since 1999.
In Las Vegas, I have worked at KVVU-FOX5, four different times, currently as a Sales Manager since January 2021. Previously, 16 years as a Sales Manager at KLAS Channel 8.
In between broadcasting roles, also worked for the Henderson Chamber of Commerce, and Cristo Rey St. Viator College Preparatory in North Las Vegas.
My wife Cheryl is a Las Vegas native and works at St. Thomas More Catholic Community in Henderson. I have four children, seven grandchildren, and two dogs.

Monthly Dig. Game Dev. Meeting
2026-04-02 14:00 - 15:30 | Online event
Note: You must be a registered member of Meetup to attend. Your registration must be your full and complete name and your name when joining the google meet must match it. New/incomplete Meetup accounts will not be permitted to attend unless you contact Josiah Davisson prior to the event to request to attend and inform why you’re interested in attending.
Details
Join us at the Nevada Game Developers Meetup, a vibrant gathering designed to unite game development enthusiasts, educators, and aspiring developers from across the state. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, hosted by Josiah Davisson, a Game Dev Teacher in at A-TECH HS in CCSD and Conner Torres, CEO and Founder of Dotware Games, this meetup is the perfect platform to explore, learn, and share in the dynamic world of game development.
Who Should Attend?

Educators passionate about integrating game development into their curriculum.
Students and aspiring developers eager to dive into the world of game creation.
Industry professionals looking to connect and share insights.
Anyone with an interest in game development, regardless of experience level.

We have amazing attendees with credits including:
Original Composer of the Elder Scrolls games
Virtual Production Artist on Percy Jackson Series and Star-Wars Skeleton Crew
Numerous Indie Developers, Artists, and more!
Our Focus:

Primary Platform: Unreal Engine: Dive deep into the capabilities of Unreal Engine, exploring its latest features and how it’s shaping the future of game development.
Unity Insights: For those interested in Unity, we’ve got you covered too! Our experienced educators will share their knowledge and tips on Unity game development and education.
AI in Gaming: Engage in discussions about the role of Artificial Intelligence in game development and how it’s revolutionizing the industry.
New Releases & Updates in Unreal: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements and releases in Unreal Engine, and discuss how these can be leveraged in your projects.
Showcase of Current Projects: Discover what fellow developers and students are working on. This segment provides a platform for showcasing current projects, receiving feedback, and sparking collaboration.
Pathways to Development: Learn how educators are guiding students to become proficient developers, ready to contribute to Nevada’s growing tech and game development scene.

Why Attend?

Networking: Connect with like-minded individuals, industry professionals, and educators.
Knowledge Sharing: Gain insights from experienced developers and educators.
Collaboration Opportunities: Find potential collaborators for your next project or offer your skills to others.
Inspiration: Get inspired by the innovative work being done by students and professionals in the field.

Whether you’re passionate about Unreal Engine, have experience in Unity, or are curious about the intersection of AI and game development, this meetup is for you. Come, be a part of a community that’s shaping the future of game development in Nevada! 🎮🌟
Agenda:
Welcome and Introduction (15 minutes)

Brief welcome by the host.
Quick round of introductions from participants (name, role, interest in game development, reason for joining/what you hope to get from the meeting).

Depending on guests interests, break out sessions may be used.
Discussion on Game Development in Education (15 minutes)

Overview of integrating game development in educational settings.
Sharing experiences and challenges faced in teaching game development.
Exploring the use of Unreal and Unity in the classroom.
Q&A

Latest Updates in Unreal Engine (10 minutes)

Overview of the latest Unreal Engine release.
Discussing new features and how they can be utilized in educational projects.

Exploring Useful Plugins for Game Development (15 minutes)

Sharing insights on plugins that enhance development efficiency.
Discussing how these plugins can be integrated into classroom projects.

Q&A Session: Resources, Strategies, and Best Practices (10 minutes)

Open floor for questions related to classroom resources, teaching strategies, and best practices in game development education.
Participants share their experiences, tips, and resources.

Current Projects and Collaborative Opportunities (20 minutes)

Participants briefly share their current projects or ideas.
Discussion on potential collaboration opportunities among attendees.

Closing Remarks and Next Steps (5 minutes)

Summarizing key takeaways from the meeting.
Discussing the possibility of future meetups and topics of interest.
Thanking participants for their contributions and insights.

In-N-Out Friends Club x The Mom Walk Collective
2026-04-04 11:00 - 13:00 | In-N-Out Burger, 10040 W Sahara Ave, Las Vegas, NV, United States
Get up-to-date information at: https://luma.com/4zer1i4j
Address:
In-N-Out Burger
Las Vegas, Nevada
United States
Good people, good energy, and good burgers 🍔
Bring your friends, family, or come solo and meet someone new 🤝
All ages welcome 👋
RSVP encouraged. Come through if you love In-N-Out 🍟
🌸 About The Mom Walk Collective 🌸
The Mom Walk Collective is a global movement rooted in creating real spaces for mothers to meet, connect, and raise the next generation together. What began as one mom’s search for community has grown into a supportive network across 450+ cities, 6 countries, and tens of thousands of walks.
🌴 About In-N-Out Friends Club 🌴
In-N-Out Friends Club is a social club built around…
Hosted by In-N-Out Friends Club & The Mom Walk Co.

Jade Society Mahjong Beginner's Table
2026-04-04 13:30 - 16:30 | BREW TEA BAR, 4700 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV, United States
Get up-to-date information at: https://luma.com/xlnj7vao
Address:
BREW TEA BAR
Las Vegas, Nevada
United States
Join us for our first April Mahjong beginner’s table event hosted at our favorite boba shop – Brew Tea Bar! If you’ve always wanted to learn Filipino Mahjong but didn’t know where to start, this is the perfect place. Register FAST – seats are filled first-come, first-served!
What Should I Expect From This Beginner Class?
🀄 Hands-on instructors to guide you through all the tiles + rules (ask all your questions!)
🀄 Tiles cheat card (yours to take home)
🀄 Social, friendly vibe – come meet the Vegas Mahjong community
🀄 Refreshing Brew Tea Bar beverages available for purchase (no outside…
Hosted by Jade Society

From Idea to Startup Team: Meet Your Future Co-Founder
2026-04-06 16:00 - 18:00 | Online event
Starting a company has never been more accessible. With AI, one person can validate ideas, build prototypes, and launch faster than ever before. But one thing hasn’t changed: choosing the wrong co-founder can quickly derail a startup. In this Founder Institute event, you’ll learn practical frameworks for evaluating co-founder fit and then meet other builders through structured networking and speed matching. Whether you’re a professional exploring entrepreneurship, a solo founder with an idea, or a builder looking to join a startup, this session will help you connect with people who are serious about building.
❯❯ RSVP now at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/23950 to get your link and join us live!
❯ To get the most out of this Co-Founder networking event:

Come ready for live video networking
Prepare by visiting our Guide to Find a Co-Founder
Fill out our Co-Founder Networking Worksheet

To access all of the networking features of this event, please join using Chrome or Firefox from a desktop or tablet, or download the Airmeet Mobile App.
❯ What You’ll Learn:

A practical framework for evaluating co-founder fit
How to align expectations around roles, equity, and commitment
Common mistakes founders make when forming partnerships

❯ Featured Host:

Jonathan Greechan – CEO & Co-Founder of Founder Institute, General Partner at Founder Capital – Jonathan Greechan is the Co-Founder and CEO of the Founder Institute, the world’s largest pre-seed startup accelerator. Since 2009, he has grown and scaled the organization to chapters in over 200 cities and 100 countries. The Founder Institute’s mission is to activate entrepreneurial potential and empower communities across the globe to build ventures with positive economic and societal impact. He is also a General Partner at Founder Capital, the Founder Institute’s Global VC Fund; and serves as an Economic Development and Innovation Advisor to several governments and organizations; like Oxford Entrepreneurs, Horasis, the USC Incubator, and a Fortune 500 company. Jonathan’s writing has been featured on Fortune, TechCrunch, and Entrepreneur Magazine, and he has been a Keynote Speaker at business conferences on five continents.

❯❯ Don’t miss this live, interactive online event packed with valuable insights! RSVP now at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/23950 to get your link and join us live!

Stuck Without a Startup Idea? Build One That Fits You
2026-04-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Online event
Most aspiring founders get stuck before they start. They either wait for a “perfect” idea or chase something trendy without validation. The result? Months of hesitation or years building the wrong thing. In this live workshop, Jonathan Greechan (Co-Founder & CEO of Founder Institute) will walk you through a structured, repeatable framework to generate startup ideas that align with your skills, market demand, and long-term opportunity. You won’t leave with theory. You’ll leave with clarity and a concrete next step.
❯ What You’ll Learn:

A step-by-step process to generate strong startup ideas (no “aha” moment required)
How to test whether an idea is worth pursuing before you commit
The most common idea-stage mistakes founders make
Six practical frameworks used by thousands of founders globally
How to refine your idea using structured feedback

❯❯ RSVP now at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/23356 to get your link and join us live!
❯ Featured Speaker:

Jonathan Greechan – Co-Founder & CEO of the Founder Institute – Jonathan Greechan is the Co-Founder & CEO of the Founder Institute, the world’s largest pre-seed startup accelerator. Since 2009, he has grown and scaled the organization to chapters in over 200 cities and over 100 countries, producing over 8,900 portfolio companies with nearly $[total funding] in venture funding. In his long career in tech and marketing, Jonathan has advised thousands of startups on marketing, growth, and product strategy and has spoken at startup conferences on four continents.

❯ Who Should Attend:

Aspiring founders without a clear startup idea
Professionals considering leaving their job to build a company
Early-stage founders unsure if their idea is strong enough
Anyone looking for structured feedback on a business concept

❯❯ Don’t miss this live, interactive online event packed with valuable insights! RSVP now at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/23356 to get your link and join us live!

Stuck Without a Startup Idea? Build One That Fits You
2026-04-07 16:30 - 18:30 | Online event
Most aspiring founders get stuck before they start. They either wait for a “perfect” idea or chase something trendy without validation. The result? Months of hesitation or years building the wrong thing. In this live workshop, Jonathan Greechan (Co-Founder & CEO of Founder Institute) will walk you through a structured, repeatable framework to generate startup ideas that align with your skills, market demand, and long-term opportunity. You won’t leave with theory. You’ll leave with clarity and a concrete next step.
❯ What You’ll Learn:

A step-by-step process to generate strong startup ideas (no “aha” moment required)
How to test whether an idea is worth pursuing before you commit
The most common idea-stage mistakes founders make
Six practical frameworks used by thousands of founders globally
How to refine your idea using structured feedback

❯ Featured Speaker:

Jonathan Greechan – Co-Founder & CEO of the Founder Institute – Jonathan Greechan is the Co-Founder & CEO of the Founder Institute, the world’s largest pre-seed startup accelerator. Since 2009, he has grown and scaled the organization to chapters in over 200 cities and over 100 countries, producing 8,900+ alumni entrepreneurs who have collectively raised over $2 billion. In his long career in tech and marketing, Jonathan has advised thousands of startups on marketing, growth, and product strategy and has spoken at startup conferences on four continents.

❯ Who Should Attend:

Aspiring founders without a clear startup idea
Professionals considering leaving their job to build a company
Early-stage founders unsure if their idea is strong enough
Anyone looking for structured feedback on a business concept

❯❯ Don’t miss this live, interactive online event packed with valuable insights! RSVP now at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/23356 to get your link and join us live!

ISSA LV Q2/2026 Chapter Meeting @ Sierra Gold
2026-04-08 11:30 - 13:00 | Sierra Gold, 6515 S Jones Blvd, Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV, 89118, United States
Please join us for our quarterly meeting with Siroui Mushegian on Wednesday, April 8th, at Sierra Gold from 11:30 to 1:00 p.m.

Presentation by Siroui Mushegian:
When a trusted vendor is compromised, the impact rarely stops there.
The recent Salesloft security incident serves as a strong reminder of how quickly vulnerabilities can be leveraged by determined adversaries.
In this session, Siroui Mushegian will walk through the Salesloft breach and we’ll take a practical look at how the issue was exploited, detection gaps and missed signals, the lessons we can apply to strengthen our own security posture, and some recommend dialog you can have with your board or your executive leadership.
This is not just a breach recap. It is a practical discussion on how risk actually moves through today’s environments.
What We Will Cover:

A clear breakdown of the Salesloft breach
How third-party applications extend your attack surface
The role of platforms like Salesforce in amplifying risk
Where traditional vendor risk management falls short
Practical ways to improve visibility and accountability across third and fourth parties

About the Speaker:Siroui Mushegian is the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Barracuda Networks, where she plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s information technology (IT) strategy. With a focus on aligning technology with business objectives, Siroui oversees the management of hardware, software, data, and infrastructure, driving digital and AI transformation and ensuring the secure and efficient operation of IT systems across the organization.
With 30 years of experience as an IT executive, Siroui is passionate about identifying and leveraging emerging technologies to enhance business processes, improve customer experiences, and drive growth. Her leadership has been instrumental in building strong operational environments that eliminate technology silos, elevate the maturity and impact of technology within enterprises, and deliver measurable and scalable business outcomes.
Throughout her career, Siroui has worked for top organizations, including BlackLine, PBS’s WNET New York Public Media, the National Basketball Association (NBA), Ralph Lauren, and Time, Inc., where she further developed her skills.
Siroui holds a master’s degree in business administration with a concentration in management and strategy from Fordham University and a bachelor’s degree in mathematics and finance from the University of Connecticut.

Event Details:📅 Date: Wednesday, April 8th, 2026🕒 Time: 11:30 AM – 1 PM📍 Location: Sierra Gold, 215 & S. Jones, Las Vegas, NV

Who Should Attend:Cybersecurity and IT professionals, risk and compliance leaders, students, and anyone interested in real-world insights from an executive security leader.

Q&A #1: Founder Institute - Ask us anything!
2026-04-09 12:00 - 14:00 | Online event
Why Do 92% of Early-Stage Startups Fail — And How Do You Avoid Being One of Them?
Seven years ago, this statistic stopped us in our tracks. Today, it still hasn’t changed — and that’s exactly why we’re hosting this event.
Founders today aren’t short on information. They’re buried in it. Conflicting advice, emerging trends, and constant noise make it harder than ever to stay focused on what actually drives growth. After analyzing hundreds of startup post mortems, one thing stands out: most of these failures were preventable.
❯❯ RSVP at https://fi.co/e/396001/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!
❯ What We’ll Cover:

Is an accelerator the right fit for your startup?
Do you need to pursue the VC route — and what are the alternatives?
How our program is structured and what sets it apart
How AI is reshaping the startup landscape and what it means for founders

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, this is your chance to get real answers, cut through the noise, and walk away with clarity on your next steps.
Bring your questions. We’ll be ready.
We look forward to meeting you! — Jeni & Lucas
Hosted by Founder Institute
❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/396040/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!
Interested in the SF/OAK program?
Our upcoming Spring cohort starts soon! Apply by April 12th
For more info: ➡️ https://fi.co/san-francisco
If you’re not able to make this Q&A, there will be another session on Tuesday 4/14 @ 11am

Art & Science of Arachnids Traveling Exhibit
2026-04-11 09:00 - 2026-08-23 16:00 | Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum, l
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America’s largest touring arachnid exhibit has arrived at the Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum – only for the summer! Produced by Little Ray’s Exhibitions, the Englestad Foundation Traveling Exhibition Series: The Art & Science of Arachnids is a limited time, interactive exhibit that celebrates the fascinating world of spiders, scorpions, and their relatives. From hands-activities learning web-weaving and silk science, to learning the Tarantella Dance and enjoying macro photography, museum visitors will get a chance to dispel myths about arachnids and learn about conservation and the important role they play in our ecosystem.
Exhibit Highlights:

Live Arachnids – Observe fascinating species up close in safe, educational displays

Giant Sculptures – Marvel at larger-than-life arachnid art installations

Stunning Artwork – Explore beautiful pieces celebrating these misunderstood creatures

Hands-On Activities:

Web-weaving demonstrations and interactive stations

Silk science experiments

Macro photography opportunities

Learn and perform the Tarantella Dance!

Cultural Connections – Discover arachnids’ roles in medicine, music, and folklore

When: March 21 – August 23, 2026
Where: Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum, 900 Las Vegas Blvd N, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Hours: Daily 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Admission:

Children 2 & under: FREE

Children ages 3-11: $7

Students, Seniors & Military: $12

Adults 18+: $14

Nevada Resident Discounts Available (with valid ID)

Website: https://www.lvnhm.org/

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AngelNV 6 Finale - Startup Pitch & Investment Event Las Vegas
2026-04-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Las Vegas City Hall, 495 S. Main Street, Las Vegas, NV
The AngelNV premier startup networking event for entrepreneurs, angel investors, economic development executives, professional services providers, and startup ecosystem organizers. The live event includes snacks/appetizers, adult beverages, exclusive live interviews with founders of the finalist companies, and our finale pitch event – where 6 startup company founders will do their final pitch for a first-place angel investment of at least $200,000, which will be matched by GOED’s state SSBCI program, dollar for dollar for a total investment of $400,000. One or more of the 6 finalists will be chosen to receive investment, live at this event.

Guests of the live event will attend a cocktail networking event with more than 75 investors, then move into the Las Vegas City Hall Chamber for the finalist pitches, enjoy the lovely patio for more drinks and mingling, plus watch live interviews with the finalists while the angels decide who will receive the minimum $400K investment.

For outside of Las Vegas, the Zoom session will start at 1:45 when the guests join the chamber for the speakers and pitches, and will conclude when the winner(s) are announced. The Zoom link is:

Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android:

Parking validations for the City Hall garage will be available.

For more about AngelNV, visit angelnv.com

How Multiple Pivots positioned Checkbox as the Legal Front Door for Corporations
2026-04-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Online event
Some startups fail because they pivot too late. Others fail because they pivot too often. The rare ones survive long enough to pivot intelligently and catch a market wave at exactly the right moment. Join us for a candid fireside chat with Evan Wong (Co-Founder & CEO of Checkbox) on how multiple pivots — plus years of bootstrapping and persistence — positioned Checkbox at the forefront of the fast-growing legal AI industry. Checkbox recently raised $23MM in funding from top investors, and counts top corporates as customers, like Hitachi, SAP, PepsiCo, and more.
❯ You’ll leave with:

A framework for evaluating pivots
Real examples of what didn’t work
How positioning unlocked enterprise traction
Lessons from bootstrapping before raising capital

❯❯ RSVP now at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/23325 to get your link and join us live!
❯ Featured Speaker:

Evan Wong – Co-founder & CEO @ Checkbox: Evan began building companies at 17 and co-founded Checkbox nearly a decade ago to help non-technical teams automate complex workflows. Today, Checkbox is used by global legal teams at companies like SAP, Hitachi, and Elastic, delivering 50–80% fewer low-value requests and up to 85% faster turnaround times. Evan is a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and LegalTech CEO of the Year, and recently led Checkbox’s $23M Series A to scale its product, AI, and global team. Evan began his company-building journey at seventeen and has been recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree and LegalTech CEO of the Year. As CEO, Evan leads Checkbox’s strategy and execution, guiding the development of its legal intake, automation, and reporting platform used by in-house teams globally.

❯ About Checkbox:
Checkbox is the AI-powered Legal Front Door for in-house legal teams. Its no-code platform centralizes legal requests from every channel, enables AI-driven self-service for routine work, and gives teams visibility into all legal activity—helping legal operate faster, smarter, and with more confidence. Named in Gartner’s 2025 Hype Cycle™, Checkbox highlights how modern legal teams can drive efficiency and strategic value through intelligent intake, triage, and AI legal chatbots. Checkbox is also a graduate of the Australia-NZ Founder Institute. Learn more at www.checkbox.ai.
❯❯ Don’t miss this live, interactive online event packed with valuable insights! RSVP now at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/23325 to get your link and join us live!

Real Startup Lessons From FI Alumni Across the World
2026-04-14 08:00 - 10:00 | Online event
If you’re building a startup, it’s hard to know which advice actually matters — and which mistakes will cost you months (or years). This live, interactive Q&A brings together Founder Institute alumni from different regions who started exactly where you are today. They’ll share what worked, what didn’t, and what they would do differently if they were starting again. You’ll hear honest perspectives on the FI accelerator experience, early traction, fundraising realities, and common founder traps — and you’ll have the chance to ask your own questions.
❯ What You’ll Learn:

The different types of startup companies that go through Founder Institute
The experience of being part of an accelerator program
Success metrics that investors want to see
The tactics required to build a strong startup

❯❯ RSVP now at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/23170 to get your link and join us live!
❯ Featured Speakers:

Mario Edoardo Simmaco (FI Alumni) – CEO @ GreenAnt: Mario brings deep expertise in climate risk, governance, and entrepreneurship — holding an honours degree in Governance, Economics and Development from Leiden University College.
GreenAnt is a climate risk platform that uses AI and radar satellite data to forecast floods, monitor crops, and deliver anticipatory insurance solutions to vulnerable communities worldwide.
Maria Sucgang (FI Philippines Alumni) – CEO @ Remotify: Maria brings 20 years of leadership across APAC and EMEA — including roles supporting Apple, Tesla, and Netflix.
Remotify is the Employer of Record platform built for the Philippines — handling hiring, payroll, and compliance so global companies can access top Filipino talent without setting up a local entity.
Mustafa Al Momin (FI South Asia Alumni) – CEO @ Palki Motors: Mustafa is a second-time founder and Electrical Engineering graduate from Montana State University who sold his house to build his first EV prototype.
Palki Motors is Bangladesh’s first homegrown electric vehicle company, building affordable EVs purpose-built for commercial drivers.

❯❯ Don’t miss this live, interactive online event packed with valuable insights! RSVP now at https://fi.co/startupwebinar/23170 to get your link and join us live!

Vegas Bootstrappers Breakfast Roundtable
2026-04-14 09:00 - 10:30 | The Coffee Press, 280 South Green Valley Parkway, Henderson, NV, 89012, United States
Come join entrepreneurs who eat problems for breakfast. At Bootstrappers Breakfast we have serious conversations about growing your business

Come join entrepreneurs who eat problems for breakfast®.At a Bootstrappers Breakfast® we have serious conversations about growing a business based on internal cashflow and organic profit.
This group offers a combination of brainstorming, education, peer accountability and support in a group setting to sharpen your business and personal skills.
The other attendees will all be in startups. It will be a chance to compare notes on operational, development, and business issues with peers.
• Compare Notes
• Exchange Ideas
• Learn from Others’ Mistakes
• Brainstorm with Peers
• Find Partners
• Small Group Atmosphere
• Serious Conversation
Our focus is on issues for growing a business, not on fundraising.
NOTE: We start with round-the-table introductions, be on-time so you don’t miss that!

Meet inside The Coffee Press at 9am (when the Paseo Verde Library opens.)
The Coffee Press will offer 20% off drinks and snacks for meetup attendees from 5pm. Let them know you’re here for the Meetup when you order at the counter.
Plenty of free parking available outside Paseo Verde library.
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For more information about the Bootstrappers Breakfast visit > https://www.bootstrappersbreakfast.com

Q&A #2: Founder Institute - Ask us anything!
2026-04-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Online event
Why Do 92% of Early-Stage Startups Fail — And How Do You Avoid Being One of Them?
Seven years ago, this statistic stopped us in our tracks. Today, it still hasn’t changed — and that’s exactly why we’re hosting this event.
Founders today aren’t short on information. They’re buried in it. Conflicting advice, emerging trends, and constant noise make it harder than ever to stay focused on what actually drives growth. After analyzing hundreds of startup post mortems, one thing stands out: most of these failures were preventable.
❯ What We’ll Cover:

Is an accelerator the right fit for your startup?
Do you need to pursue the VC route — and what are the alternatives?
How our program is structured and what sets it apart
How AI is reshaping the startup landscape and what it means for founders

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, this is your chance to get real answers, cut through the noise, and walk away with clarity on your next steps.
❯❯ Bring your questions. We’ll be ready.
We look forward to meeting you! — Jeni & Lucas
Hosted by Founder Institute
Interested in the SF/OAK program?
Our upcoming Spring cohort starts soon! Apply by April 12th
For more info: ➡️ https://fi.co/san-francisco
❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/396043/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!

Crypto Clubhouse: Bingo Night + Prizes + Giveaways Tues. 6-9pm at Goat Bar
2026-04-14 17:00 - 20:00 | GOAT Sports Bar, 3805 W Sahara Ave, Las Vegas, nv, 89102, US
🎧 Crypto Clubhouse: Bingo Night @ G.O.A.T. Bar
🗓️ Bi-Monthly; Tuesdays | 🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Inside G.O.A.T. Sports Bar – 3805 W Sahara Ave, Las Vegas, NV
🎟️ Free Entry | 21+ | Casual Attire | Crypto, Creators & Community
Step into the heartbeat of Las Vegas Web3 culture at the next Vegas Crypto Clubhouse event – a weekly showcase of music, art, emerging tech, and real-world connection curated by the Vegas Crypto Group.
Nightly Flow:
6:00 – 7:30 PM – Free food & drinks, Web3 Networking Mixer and Presentations. Chill networking vibes, zero-pressure intros, and IRL conversations with artists, devs, builders, investors, and degens — all soundtracked by resident DJ Ceaseless spinning conversation worthy mainstream chillhop, and soulful beats to match the vibe.
7:30 – 8:00 PM – Tech based trivia blending Web3 culture with education. Hosted by Omnimind from Multi-chain Mondays Henderson. Win prizes and giveaways before Bingo starts.
8:00 – 9:00 PM – Bingo Night at the Crypto Clubhouse brings high-energy rounds of bingo, valuable crypto-themed prizes, laughter, and community vibes inside the lively Goat Bar atmosphere.
🎯 Why Come?
✅ Mingle with Vegas’ top creators, founders, and crypto enthusiasts
✅ IRL + tech vibes bingo, trivia, prizes, giveaways
✅ NFT artists, DAO contributors, Web3 cooks, and decentralization fans
✅ Free stickers, QR code surprises, and community giveaways
✅ DJ’s providing the grooves all night
📸 Content creators welcome — professional videographers and photographers will be capturing the vibe all night.
Whether you’re new to crypto or deep into DAOs and dApps, this is your weekly home for great music, community energy, and culture-forward connection.
Sponsored by:
Stand With Crypto – standwithcrypto.org: A grassroots advocacy organization dedicated to defending the rights of individuals to own and use cryptocurrencies in the United States. They mobilize crypto enthusiasts to engage with policymakers and promote pro-crypto legislation.
Vegas Crypto is facilitating a friendly and knowledgeable group. We organize out of a passion for self-ownership, emerging technology and for the decentralized, distributed, transparent, peer to peer, permission-less, pseudo-anonymous, censorship resistant Bitcoin and Crypto community. Learn more and find all our events listed on InformEmpower.com
🔗 RSVP now and we’ll see you at the Vegas Crypto Clubhouse brought to you by the Vegas Crypto Group! At the Goat bar 3805 W. Sahara Ave.

Healthcare Symposium: Women in Power Shaping Healthcare Transformation
2026-04-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Suncoast Resort & Casino, 9090 Alta Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89145

Tech Vegas AI Mixer (Private Speakeasy)
2026-04-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Mas Por Favor, 3879 Spring Mt Road, Las Vegas, NV, 89102, US
NAB Week Kickoff: Tech Vegas AI Mixer (Speakeasy Night)
If you’re in Vegas early for NAB, let’s connect before the week gets busy.
We’re putting together a small, chill meetup at a hidden speakeasy inside Mas Por Favor — just a good group of people talking AI, business, marketing, and what everyone’s working on.

🧠 What this is:

A casual hangout with people in tech, AI, and marketing
A chance to meet others in town for NAB
Real conversations (not surface-level networking)

❌ What this is NOT:

Not a panel
Not a pitch event
Not a loud, overcrowded mixer

Just a relaxed space to meet people and talk.

📍 Location:
Mas Por Favor (Speakeasy)
5900 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas
We’ll have a small lounge/couch area, but the space is open so it’ll feel natural and easy to move around.

🕒 Time:
7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Stop by anytime — people will be coming and going.

🍸 Extras:

I’ll grab a few appetizers and some shots for early arrivals
Drinks available at the bar

👥 Who should come:

Founders
Marketers
Creators
AI-curious builders
Vegas Locals in Tech
Anyone in Vegas for NAB who wants
to meet people before things get hectic

⚠️ Quick note:
This is intentionally a smaller meetup — easier to actually talk and connect.

If you’re around, pull up.
Looking forward to meeting everyone.
— James

Tech Alley
2026-04-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Taverna Costera, 1031 S Main St, Las Vegas, NV, 89101, us
Tech Alley is a dynamic, community-driven initiative based in Las Vegas, dedicated to nurturing the local technology and startup ecosystem. It serves as a vibrant hub where entrepreneurs, technologists, and innovators converge to share knowledge, collaborate, and bring ideas to fruition. Through a variety of events, educational workshops, and mentorship programs, Tech Alley fosters an inclusive and diverse environment that promotes growth and success in the tech and startup community. Regular meetups Downtown Las Vegas are on the third Saturday of each month.

Beyond events, Tech Alley offers avenues for continuous engagement and learning. It features groups focused on various aspects of entrepreneurship and technology, including design and fundraising, led by community leaders. Additionally, Tech Alley provides access to resident experts in fields like cybersecurity, fundraising, business law, SEO, and blockchain, offering valuable insights to help navigate the complexities of business and technology. By uniting people and fostering a creative class, Tech Alley plays a pivotal role in strengthening communities and promoting an innovative technology and startup culture in Las Vegas.

Future Frontiers: AI Film Showcase + Builders Salon - Every 3rd Sat. 10am-4pm
2026-04-18 09:00 - 15:00 | Eclipse Theater, 814 S. Third Street, Las Vegas, NV, 89101, US
Future Frontiers: AI Film Showcase + Builders Salon
AI • Web3 • Crypto • Creative Technology
AI-generated films.
Experimental tools.
New ways of building with technology.
At Future Frontiers, curious minds gather to explore what these signals might mean — and how to build with them.
Hosted by Vegas Crypto Group, this event brings together creators, developers, entrepreneurs, and explorers interested in the intersection of AI, crypto, Web3, and emerging technology.
If you’re curious about the future of technology – this is your place.
What Happens at Future Frontiers
Each gathering is part tech meetup, part creative salon, and part builder community.
🎬 AI Film Showcase
Watch an award-winning AI-generated short film and hear how it was created using tools like Midjourney, RunwayML, and HeyGen.
🤖 Beginner AI Workshop
A short introduction to the tools people are using to create AI videos, avatars, and content.
Perfect for beginners who want to understand what’s possible with AI.
🛠 Builder Demos
Members of the community share short demos of things they’ve built with AI or Web3.
Examples include:
• AI video creation
• automation tools
• creative experiments
• startup ideas
🧠 AI Trivia Challenge
We’ll run a fun group trivia game on the big screen with AI and crypto questions.
Winner receives a crypto or AI-related prize.
🤝 Networking
Meet creators, builders, founders, and curious explorers from across the Las Vegas tech community.
Why This Event Exists
Vegas Crypto Group has hosted 200+ meetups since 2018, bringing together people interested in crypto, Web3, Ai, and emerging technology.
As artificial intelligence rapidly evolves, Future Frontiers was created as a place where the community can explore the next wave of tools and ideas together.
Some come to learn.
Some come to build.
Some come simply out of curiosity.
All are welcome.
Who Should Attend
Future Frontiers is perfect for:
• entrepreneurs
• developers
• creators & filmmakers
• marketers & real estate professionals
• AI enthusiasts
• crypto & Web3 builders
• anyone curious about emerging technology
No technical experience required.
Event Details
Location:
Tech Alley at Third St Theater – Theater 4
Time:
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Networking continues afterward with the Tech Alley lunch at 12:15 PM.
Supported By
Stand With Crypto
AI Film 3
Prometheus Productions
Tech Alley
A Note for the Curious
Some attendees have noticed strange visual symbols appearing in our event materials.
If you see the Orange Rabbit, you’re probably paying attention.
Follow the signal.
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🎟 RSVP Now – Spots Are Limited!
Bring your good vibes, your curiosity, and your phone — let’s explore, connect, and make Web3 & Ai history together during Tech Alley – learn more at TechAlley.org.
Big thank you to our sponsors!
About Stand with Crypto
Learn more about how real people are making real change in Nevada and nationwide at StandWithCrypto.org – A grassroots advocacy organization dedicated to defending the rights of individuals to own and use cryptocurrencies in the United States. They mobilize crypto enthusiasts to engage with policymakers and promote pro-crypto legislation. Follow on X:https://x.com/standwithcrypto
About Tech Alley
Tech Alley is one of Las Vegas’ longest-running technology meetups, bringing together entrepreneurs, developers, investors, and curious minds from across the local startup and innovation community. Held monthly in the Arts District, Tech Alley features talks, demos, and conversations about emerging technology, startups, and the future of business. It’s a welcoming place to meet builders, share ideas, and connect with people shaping the Las Vegas tech ecosystem. Visit TechAlley.org to learn more.
About Vegas Crypto Group
Vegas Crypto Group facilitates friendly and knowledgeable meetups & events. We organize out of a passion for emerging technology, self-ownership, free exchange, and for the decentralized, distributed, transparent, peer to peer, permission-less, pseudo-anonymous, censorship resistant Bitcoin and Crypto community. Learn more at VegasCryptoGroup.com

AWS Cost Management Essentials
2026-04-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Third Street, 814 S 3rd St, Las Vegas, 89101, Las Vegas, NV, 89101, US
We’re excited to host a Billing Basics meetup – AWS Cost Management for Humans with Brian Carpio
Whether you’re just getting started with AWS or already running workloads, your bill doesn’t have to feel like a mystery.
🗓️ When: Saturday, April 18, in partnership with Tech Alley 🙌
📍Where: Third Street Theater 814 S 3rd St, Las Vegas, NV 89101 (Free parking in the garage behind the theater)
🕚 When: Join us at 11:00 AM for a practical session with Brian Carpio (Cloud Architect • Founder @ OutcomeOps | ex-Amazon), where we’ll break down:

What your AWS bill is actually telling you
The biggest cost drivers (and common surprises)
Simple ways to start managing and optimizing spend

This event is part of a full day of meetups hosted in a convention-style format, with different tracks running throughout the day. There will be networking, coffee, food, and refreshments starting at 10:00 AM, so feel free to come early and hang out—we’ll be there!
👉 Please RSVP so we know to expect you.
Looking forward to seeing you there!

Las Vegas Drones Monthly Meetup
2026-04-18 12:15 - 13:30 | Black Fire Innovation, 8400 W. Sunset, Las Vegas, NV, 89113, US
The Las Vegas Drones Monthly Meetup is a consistent, in-person gathering for drone pilots, builders, researchers, and enthusiasts of all experience levels. Hosted by the Las Vegas Drones Meetup Group, we’ve been bringing the local drone community together every month since 2022.
Our meetups combine hands-on drone flying, training and knowledge sharing, and real-world discussions around drone technology. In addition to indoor sessions, we regularly organize outdoor fly-outs, community picnics, and practical flying sessions when weather and airspace allow.
Whether you’re a licensed professional, hobbyist, or newcomer, this is a welcoming space to learn, fly, connect, and grow with the Las Vegas drone community.

High-Value Python Unit Tests That Keep AI from Breaking Your Code
2026-04-18 12:15 - 13:45 | Third Street, 814 S 3rd St, Las Vegas, 89101, Las Vegas, NV, 89101, US
This presentation explores how to write high-value unit tests in Python with PyTest, treating testing as both a core engineering practice and a practical safeguard for AI-assisted development. On the engineering side, the session covers the standard reasons teams invest in good tests: catching regressions early, supporting safe refactoring, documenting expected behavior, and increasing confidence in code changes. On the AI side, it shows how strong tests reduce the risk of AI coding tools introducing subtle bugs, changing behavior unintentionally, or producing code that only looks correct. The talk focuses on writing tests that are clear, fast, isolated, and meaningful, using PyTest features such as expressive assertions, fixtures, and parametrization. It also emphasizes that developers should not only write good tests themselves, but also instruct AI tools to generate tests with the same quality bar. The goal is to show that well-designed tests serve two equally important purposes: they improve software quality in the usual ways, and they act as guardrails that make AI-generated code safer to use.
VegasTech

PEAK CONF
2026-04-20 00:00 - 2026-04-22 23:59 | Fontainebleau Las Vegas, 2777 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, United States
PEAK 2026 is recognized as the global home for the sports technology and innovation industry, serving as a primary gathering point for founders, investors, and sports executives. Taking place from April 20 to 22, 2026, at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas, the summit focuses on the intersection of athlete performance, fan engagement, and sports management. The event features a diverse program including a high profile Tech Expo with over 100 solution providers, the Startup World Cup competition, and expert led sessions on emerging trends like AI in sports and digital transformation. Beyond the formal presentations, PEAK is designed to facilitate high energy networking and direct collaboration between visionary startups and the world’s most prominent sports leagues and corporate partners. It provides a comprehensive platform for anyone looking to discover, fund, or implement the next generation of technologies shaping the future of global sport.

Adobe Summit
2026-04-20 08:00 - 2026-04-22 17:00 | The Venetian Expo, 201 Sands Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89169, United States
Discover what’s next in marketing, creativity, and AI.

April 20–22, 2026 | Las Vegas and onlineApril 19 | Preconference

Unlock the power of Adobe’s AI-native platform to create content at scale, orchestrate personalized experiences, and accelerate business growth. Get exclusive insights from global leaders and experts, plus hands-on experience with the latest Adobe solutions.

How to Go From Raw Idea to Polished Pitch using AI
2026-04-20 08:30 - 10:30 | Online event
The solo founder revolution is here. AI has eliminated the traditional barriers: no technical co-founder required, no months to MVP, no team of marketers. What once took months and $100K can now be done by one person in weeks. Join Jonathan Greechan, Co-Founder and CEO of Founder Institute, who has helped over 8,900 founders make this leap across 100+ countries. In this live session, he’ll share the exact AI tools FI built (free for every attendee) so you can start building the same day. Register now and claim your spot.
❯❯ RSVP now at https://fi.co/e/394315/meetup to get your link and join us live!
❯ What You’ll Learn:

How to use FI’s free AI tools to replace the functions of a co-founder, marketer, and product team
A step-by-step framework to go from idea to validated concept without writing a single line of code
How to access and use FI’s AI agents, built specifically to take solo founders from zero to first check
How to identify and leverage your professional experience as an unfair advantage
The three most common mistakes first-time solo founders make and how to skip them entirely

❯ Featured Host:

Jonathan Greechan – Co-Founder & CEO of the Founder Institute – Jonathan Greechan is the Co-Founder & CEO of the Founder Institute, the world’s largest pre-seed startup accelerator. Since 2009, he has grown and scaled the organization to chapters in over 200 cities and over 100 countries, producing over 8,900 portfolio companies with nearly $[total funding] in venture funding. In his long career in tech and marketing, Jonathan has advised thousands of startups on marketing, growth, and product strategy and has spoken at startup conferences on four continents.

❯ Who Should Attend?

Experienced professionals who have been thinking “someday I’ll start something” and are ready to act
First-time solo founders with an idea but no clear process for moving forward with confidence
AI-curious professionals who want to build a startup using AI, not just use AI at work
Employees who see their industry being disrupted by AI and want to be on the right side of that shift

❯❯ Don’t miss this live, interactive online event packed with valuable insights! RSVP now at https://fi.co/e/394315/meetup to get your link and join us live!

The AI Edge: Supercharge Your Startup Vision
2026-04-20 16:00 - 18:00
Get ready to level up your startup game with cutting-edge AI technology at The AI Edge event – it’s time to supercharge your vision!

Welcome to The AI Edge: Supercharge Your Startup Vision event!
The AI Edge: Supercharge Your Startup Vision
Learn how to use AI to streamline, scale, and supercharge your startup from concept to market-ready — no coding required.
Artificial Intelligence is no longer the future — it’s the competitive edge startups need right now. In this dynamic SCORE Northern Nevada workshop, we’ll break down practical, affordable ways to integrate AI into every stage of your startup journey — from ideation and planning to marketing, operations, and customer service. Whether you’re bootstrapping from your garage or preparing for your first pitch deck, this hands-on session will introduce tools and strategies that give your business a smarter, faster, and more scalable foundation.
You’ll discover:

No-code AI tools to automate tasks and save hours weekly
How to validate your business idea using AI research tools
Ways to create marketing content, websites, and customer personas with AI
Real-world case studies of startups using AI to grow
Free and low-cost AI tools tailored for startup budgets

Why Startups Should Attend this Online and In Person Workshop:If you’re a founder, solopreneur, or small team looking to get ahead without burning out or breaking the bank, this workshop will give you the edge. You’ll leave with an actionable toolkit to help your startup move faster, act smarter, and compete confidently in today’s AI-driven economy.
Sign up for this workshop from the AI Startup Developers in Reno, Nevada.

Women in Technology Awards
2026-04-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall, 300 Convention Center Dr, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, United States
TVNewsCheck’s Women in Technology Awards recognize women who make a significant impact on media industry technology.

We thank our sponsors for their generous support of the Women in Technology Awards.

The Women in Technology Awards are presented in three categories:

Technology Women to Watch
Women in Technology Futurist and
Women in Technology Leadership Award, the highest honor

A cocktail reception follows the Award Presentation Ceremony.
The awards are presented at NAB Show at the Show Floor Theater 2 (W2361), West Hall, LVCC.

Meet the 2026 Women in Technology Award Honorees

Ana Eliza Faria e Silva
Senior Executive | Broadcast Standards & Regulatory Strategy | Digital Television Innovation; Globo
Leadership Award

Terri Davies
President; Trusted Partner Network (TPN)
Futurist Award

Linsdey Stewart
Founder & CEO; Stringr
Futurist Award

Valeria Sosa
Engineer; Netflix
Women to Watch Award

Devanshi Kotak
Senior Product Manager; Cisco
Women to Watch Award

Mersedeh Najishabahang
Electrical Engineer; Dielectric
Women to Watch Award

Women in Technology Awards Committee Members

Kathy Haley, Founder WIT Awards, Co-founder & Publisher; NewsCheck Media
Madlyn Del Monte, Chair WIT Awards Committee, VP Transformation; Paramount Global
Hannah Barnhardt, COO & Co-Founder; TMT Insights
Andrea Berry, EVP, Operations & Technology; NBC/Telemundo
Peggy Blaze, Account Director; Bubble Agency
Janet Gardner, President; Perspective Media Group
Barbara Lange, Founder & CEO; Kibo121
Marcy Lefkovitz, SVP Product Innovation; Dalet
Sam Matheny, CTO & EVP; National Association of Broadcasters (NAB)
Madeleine Noland, President; ATSC: The Broadcast Standards Association
Anne Schelle, Managing Director; PearlTV
Sara Seidel, Marketing Manager; Riedel
Joe Zaller, Founder; Devoncroft Partners
