Techlanta 2026
About this Event
The Georgia Institute of Technology, the Applied AI Association (AAIA), and the VR/AR Association (VRARA) invite you to Techlanta 2026: Driving the Future of AI, XR, and Global Innovation.
Join us for a curated day of featured presentations, expert discussions, real-world use cases, demonstrations, and tours highlighting AI, XR and spatial computing, robotics, digital twins, advanced manufacturing, human-centered systems engineering, and other emerging technologies.
Connect with leaders across enterprise, startups, academia, research, investment, workforce development, and the broader innovation ecosystem. Explore commercialization opportunities, research partnerships, emerging talent, and practical applications shaping the future of intelligent, immersive, and scalable technology.
Techlanta is organized in collaboration with Georgia Tech OIT, the new Allen–Davidson–Coleman XR Makerspace, the H. Milton Stewart School of Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISyE), and the Symbiotic and Augmented Intelligence Laboratory (SAIL).
This year’s program will include:
- keynote and featured presentations
- expert panels and interactive discussions
- curated exhibits and live technology demonstrations
- scheduled tours with more demos at the Allen–Davidson–Coleman XR Makerspace
- opportunities to connect with Georgia Tech researchers, students, and innovation leaders
The event will be held September 17, 2026, at the Georgia Tech Historic Academy of Medicine. Additional agenda, speaker, sponsor, and event details will be announced as they are confirmed.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with Atlanta’s innovation ecosystem and help shape the future of AI, XR, robotics, advanced manufacturing, and emerging technology adoption.
For recruiter inclusion, group ticketing, sponsorship inquiries, media passes, or additional information, contact [email protected]
We look forward to seeing you at Techlanta 2026!
Agenda
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Registration, Networking, Exhibits, and Live Demonstrations
🕑: 11:45 AM - 11:55 AM
Welcome and Opening Remarks
Host: Adam T. Kornuth
Info: Applied AI Association (AAIA) & VR/AR Association (VRARA) | Chapter President, Generative AI Chair
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:25 PM
Opening Keynote
Host: Steven Ferguson
Info: Georgia Institute of Technology | Deputy Director, Georgia Tech Manufacturing Institute
🕑: 12:30 PM - 12:50 PM
Beyond Flying Cars
Host: Dr. Bruce N. Walker
Info: Georgia Institute of Technology | Professor of Psychology and Computing
🕑: 12:55 PM - 01:15 PM
SAIL, ADC XR Makerspace, and ISyE's Vision for Human-Centered Systems Engineer
Host: Mohsen Moghaddam
Info: Georgia Institute of Technology | Associate Professor, ISyE | Director, Allen-Davidson-Coleman (ADC) XR Makerspace | Symbiotic and Augmented Intelligence Lab (SAIL)
🕑: 01:20 PM - 01:55 PM
Break - Networking, Exhibits & Live Demonstrations
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:20 PM
Practice, Reflect, Lead: AI and XR for Workforce Leadership Development
Host: Meryem Yilmaz Soylu
Info: Georgia Institute of Technology | Research Scientist
🕑: 02:25 PM - 02:45 PM
New Pathways to the Past: XR to Engage with Libraries and Cultural Heritage
Host: Alison Valk
Info: Georgia Institute of Technology | Emerging Technologies Librarian
🕑: 02:50 PM - 03:10 PM
Applied Industry Presentation
Host: Ryan Casey
Info: Georgia Institute of Technology | Applied Research, PhD Student
🕑: 03:15 PM - 03:40 PM
GTXR: Students on the Frontier of AI, Robotics & XR
Host: Ryan Clark
🕑: 03:45 PM - 04:30 PM
Break - Networking, Exhibits & Live Demonstrations
🕑: 04:30 PM - 04:45 PM
Closing Remarks
Host: Adam T. Kornuth
Info: Applied AI Association (AAIA) & VR/AR Association (VRARA) | Chapter President, Generative AI Chair
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 69.00
