AI events in Arizona

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The Southern Arizona Tech + Business Expo is a large regional showcase and networking event for technology companies, business professionals, suppliers, and prospective partners. Attendees can explore innovations from more than 65 companies across fields such as aerospace, biotechnology, robotics, mining, logistics, and IT. The event includes company exhibits, networking with hundreds of regional leaders, food, music, drinks, and awards recognizing technology, manufacturing, innovation, startups, and leadership. Exhibitor booths are also available for organizations seeking visibility and connections in Southern Arizona.

Join the U of A Office of Responsible AI (ORAI) and the Process Automation Team (PAT) for weekly AI-Convo Office Hours in a casual, non-judgemental space to ask questions, share ideas, and explore responsible AI tools with education, research, operations, and innovation.

AI Info Sessions is an ongoing series designed to help attendees build confidence, fluency, and a shared understanding of AI tools and responsible AI practices.

The Yuma After5 Tech Mixer is a networking event focused on the aerospace and defense technology ecosystem in southwestern Arizona. It is intended for professionals, business leaders, educators, innovators, and others interested in the region’s technology workforce and economic development. Attendees can connect with local stakeholders, learn about Arizona Western College programs and technology initiatives, and discuss the skills and innovations shaping the industry.

AI Insights is a weekly series featuring speakers who talk through AI innovations, projects, research, and perspectives.

A free virtual panel from the Arizona Technology Council’s Tech Inclusion Forum examines how partnership, advocacy, mentorship and accountability can support women’s advancement into technology leadership. Male industry executives will share personal career stories, pivotal moments and challenges they encountered while progressing into senior roles. The session is intended for early- and mid-career professionals, aspiring leaders and anyone seeking practical guidance and inspiration for professional growth. Attendees will leave with perspectives on leadership behaviors, career opportunities, inclusion barriers and strategies for developing their own leadership path.

An interactive online workshop will invite participants to consider how NotebookLM can be used by students for research projects.

Join the U of A Office of Responsible AI (ORAI) and the Process Automation Team (PAT) for weekly AI-Convo Office Hours in a casual, non-judgemental space to ask questions, share ideas, and explore responsible AI tools with education, research, operations, and innovation.

The Q4 VIP Tech Mixer is an evening networking event hosted by Benchmark and the Arizona Technology Council for technology professionals, VIP guests, board members, and other members of the tech community. Attendees will gather at Benchmark’s headquarters to meet one another, exchange ideas, and build professional connections. Food, conversation, and informal networking will be part of the program. The event takes place on October 29, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, with free admission for Arizona Technology Council members and a $30 fee for nonmembers.

The AI Brown Bag Lunch Series is a monthly informal gathering for Northern Arizona University staff to learn about practical and everyday uses of artificial intelligence. Each lunch-hour session focuses on one topic, beginning with a demonstration and continuing with hands-on exploration, questions, and group discussion. Participants can attend individual sessions, bring their lunch, and raise questions in a relaxed setting, with this session connecting to Teams from the Cline Library AI Hub.

AI Insights is a weekly series featuring speakers who talk through AI innovations, projects, research, and perspectives.

Join the U of A Office of Responsible AI (ORAI) and the Process Automation Team (PAT) for weekly AI-Convo Office Hours in a casual, non-judgemental space to ask questions, share ideas, and explore responsible AI tools with education, research, operations, and innovation.

AI Info Sessions is an ongoing series designed to help attendees build confidence, fluency, and a shared understanding of AI tools and responsible AI practices.

This evening networking mixer in Sahuarita highlights the role of optics and photonics in Southern Arizona’s technology and advanced manufacturing economy. Hosted by the Arizona Technology Council and PowerPhotonic, it is intended for technology professionals, business leaders, innovators, and anyone interested in the sector. Attendees can tour or learn about PowerPhotonic’s precision freeform optics work, connect with fellow members of the technology community, and explore applications in fields such as aerospace, telecommunications, healthcare, and defense. An Optics Valley committee meeting takes place beforehand for optics and photonics members.

AI is changing how companies hire, build teams, and compete. The organizations that win won't simply adopt better technology - they'll build better people, stronger cultures, and faster learning organizations. The Tech Talent Summit brings together the leaders shaping that future across startups, enterprise, education, government, and investment. Arizona's most attended AZ Tech Week event

The 14th annual IT Summit is a one day professional development event for U of A IT professionals. This year’s event will be held in person on the main campus and livestreamed.

An interactive workshop in the UCATT and University of Arizona Libraries AI Workshop Series focused on using AI-enabled library tools for social sciences research and teaching. It is intended for participants interested in developing research projects, incorporating library resources into instruction, and exchanging ideas with colleagues. The session includes hands-on exploration of Academic Search Ultimate AI Insights, discussion of teaching applications, and planning for future research or library instruction. A University of Arizona NetID is required to access the library resources.

The 23rd annual Governor’s Celebration of Innovation Awards is a formal gathering recognizing outstanding achievements, leaders, companies, educators, and student innovators in Arizona’s technology community. It is intended for technology professionals, executives, decision-makers, sponsors, educators, and other supporters of the state’s innovation ecosystem. Guests will check in, attend a reception and dinner, network with fellow attendees, and participate in an evening awards program. Cocktail attire is recommended, with assigned dinner seating for ticket holders.

The Arizona Technology Council’s annual Phoenix Golf Tournament brings technology and business professionals together for a day of golf, networking, and friendly competition. Participants can play individually or in foursomes at Arizona Grand Golf Course, with registration, a shotgun start, lunch, a raffle, and awards included in the schedule. The event also features contests such as closest to the pin, longest drive, and longest putt, along with sponsorship opportunities.

Arizona Photonics Days 2027 is a three-day optics and photonics conference taking place in Tucson from January 27–29, 2027. It is designed for optics and photonics business leaders, technology users, scientists, engineers, academics, and industry professionals. The program includes keynote talks, technical presentations, company showcases, trend discussions, exhibitors, networking receptions, and optional facility tours across fields such as astronomy, biomedical technology, laser systems, metrology, sensors, and systems integration.