Black Tech NOLA Creator + AI Summit

Black Tech NOLA Creator + AI Summit is a one-day AI Summit , produced by NOLAvate Black, designed to explore how artificial intelligence can be used to protect, preserve, and power the cultural economy of New Orleans. If you are a content creator this one is for you! Meet techies from T-Mobile, Microsoft, Xbox, Minecraft and Nvidia. Free and open to the public.

Learn how to build with AI, try out some cool tech, meet employers and network creators and innovators in the region!

Time Magazine 100 Most Influential in AI Willonius "King Willonius" Hatcher will be in the house Vibe Coding with us to teach creators how to create the next "BBL Drizzy" using Artificial Intelligence. Bring your laptop and your best ideas and let's build something dope in this hands on session. Register now to take your content to the next level!

Info: Skill up with Microsoft Copilot! Sign up for mini sessions led by engineers to learn how to use AI for work, school and life. Explore prompting for content creation and digital strategy. *All Day.

Info: A powerful fireside chat on the mitigation, monetization, and mobilization of AI in the Black community. Speakers will explore how to lead inclusive adoption and ensure our communities are not left behind in the AI revolution. Moderated by Sabrina Short, Founder & CEO of NOLAvate Black

Info: Explore game development by leveraging AI tools with Unity and Microsoft Copilot, the powerful cross-platform engine used to create interactive games for mobile, web, and console. In this introductory session, you’ll jump-start your game dev journey alongside engineers from Xbox and Minecraft, learning how AI can streamline and enhance the creative process. Whether you're a gamer, developer, or digital creative — let’s get you building with AI! All experience levels welcome. Sessions: 11am; 12pm and 1pm.

Info: Bring your laptop and leave with the next "BBL Drizzy" viral AI music video! This hands-on workshop invites participants to explore the creative power of artificial intelligence through music, video, and visual art. Led by creative technologist Will Hatcher, this session walks attendees through the process of building simple AI-powered projects using design strategies and creative fundamentals.

Info: A creative conversation exploring how emerging media can preserve and elevate culture through storytelling. This session will highlight artists, technologists, and cultural leaders using tech to honor legacy and shape the future.

Host or Publisher NOLAvate Black - New Orleans Black Tech Collective