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AI in Startups: What’s Working, What’s Broken, What’s Next
When
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
4:00 PM–4:45 PM EST
About this session
AI is everywhere in the conversation. But what’s actually happening inside startups?
Some founders are using AI to save time, solve problems, and accelerate growth. Others are experimenting, hitting roadblocks, or wondering where to begin. Let’s get beyond the hype and talk about what’s really happening.
Join the Louisville AI Center for an interactive community listening session where startup founders, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem partners come together to explore three questions:
- WHAT’S WORKING? Where is AI creating real value?
- WHAT’S BROKEN? What challenges, frustrations, or barriers are getting in the way?
- WHAT’S NEXT? What resources, connections, and opportunities could help our startup community move forward?
This isn’t another presentation about AI. It’s a participatory conversation designed to surface real experiences, discover shared challenges, and identify opportunities for collaboration.
You don’t need to be an AI expert or even be using AI yet. Bring your experiences, questions, challenges, and curiosity. Your perspective matters. Help shape what’s next for AI in Louisville’s startup ecosystem.
Speakers

Holly Hartman
Executive Director, The Louisville AI Center
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Alisia Mcclain
Facilitator
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Henry Lynch
Facilitator