For individuals, emerging brands, and communities shaping the future of AI TOGETHER.
The Community Champion tier is for our partners, friends, family, and co-conspirators. We are working together to advance big goals. Whether you're an individual advocate, an emerging brand, or a membership community, this collaboration-focused partnership is built on shared mission and mutual amplification.
We seek in-kind support, sponsorships of $250-$2,000, media partnerships, and more - let's be creative!
"I have been here for 12 hours each day. I have an indention in my couch." — Bettina Mason
“AI Festivus 2024 was a powerhouse of innovation, where every moment crackled with energy and opportunity. Every interaction, from networking lounges buzzing with creativity to workshops brimming with actionable insights, ignited ideas that redefined the boundaries of what’s possible.” — Leslie Murdock
"Being able to connect to the speakers and everyone in the Festivus easily within the chat and watching the presentations in their natural flow…it really took me in." — Evren Abali
"Empowering, inspiring, and packed with knowledge, resources, tools, and an amazing network! Kyle and Anne's chilled and funny sense added a safe touch, making the sophisticated scary AI future feel exciting! also the warriors behind the scenes, THANK YOU ALL :)" — Magdolin Harmina
"Attending the AI Festivus event and presenting my work was an unforgettable experience! I didn’t anticipate the depth of connections I would make, and the event became a transformative milestone in my AI journey. I feel incredibly fortunate to have been part of something so special." — Brittany Dunn
"What a fantastic two days with a community of curious, smart and very generous humans! The presenters were terrific, and I think we all left so much better than we came . . . with new friendships that will continue on as we AI grow together." — Maren Finzer
AI Festivus 2025: The Year-End Ritual for AI Enthusiasts
The Year-End Ritual
AI Festivus 2025 is the year-end ritual for skeptics and believers alike, delving into the nuances of Artificial Intelligence.
Virtual & Free Event
This multi-day, virtual event is completely free, ensuring broad accessibility for all who wish to participate.
Engaging Discussions
Join a network of professionals and enthusiasts for engaging discussions, insights, and debates on the future of AI.
Mark Your Calendars
Don't miss AI Festivus 2025, December 26-27! Prepare for a unique experience designed to connect and empower the AI community.
Partner with AI Festivus: Build Trust in Your Brand
We serve emerging and robust small businesses alike. Our audience includes women founders of AI platforms, service providers, and companies pivoting to AI-first.
15%
In House AI Leader
Industry and nonprofit AI leaders and champions are pillars of our community. They may be in charge of the AI roll-out, running the AI Council, conducting training, or coaching leadership.
70%
Heads of Households + Caregivers
Moms, daughters, aunties, big sisters — many of our attendees are the head of their household and/or a caregiver. They have the power of the consumer purse string.
85%
Business, Law, Education, Nonprofit, HR, Tech, etc.
Our attendees are decision-makers across a breadth of industries, well-connected and influential.
25%
AI Creatives
Our members include synthographers and visual branding experts running agencies and SMBs promoting small, medium and large brands.
AI Festivus 2025: The year-end ritual for skeptics and believers alike.
This virtual, multi-day FREE event imagines a future where the people shaping AI reflect the full complexity of the world AI is meant to serve.
We're not all coders. Or marketers.
We come from every country.
We love AI. We hate AI.
We are 18, we are 98.
We are early adopters.
We don't all agree.
We show up.
Your Sponsorship Gets Attention
We Are Go-To Thought Leaders in Responsible AI, Taking Up Space and Owning the Algorithms
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Independent Press
Old-school publishing is too slow for this moment. We are independent scholars working with independent presses to share our perspectives on responsible AI.
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Social Media Influencers
Data-driven visibility, meeting our audience where they are: everywhere.
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Speaker Network
Matching event organizers with hundreds of subject matter experts for value-aligned collaboration, including for AI Festivus.
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Public Forums
Our AI Festivus 2025, a virtual, multi-day FREE event, attracts thousands of attendees.
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Podcast Production
Not only do we host podcasts, we help members launch theirs.
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Position Papers
Many of us are independent academics, publishing incisive content in high-profile publications.
Meet AI Festivus Co-Founder:
Anne Murphy
Anne Murphy is a recognized leader in AI strategy, policy, and education.
With 30 years in fundraising for STEM education and research, she has advised policymakers and business leaders, trained thousands of professionals in ethical AI, and built She Leads AI to ensure women are at the forefront of AI’s future.
Her driving force is the mission of She Leads AI: unite accomplished women to advance AI for global prosperity.
She lives in Corvallis, Oregon with her family and doggos. She's a very loud laugher who will tell anyone she meets that Chicago deep dish pizza is, in fact, the best pizza.
Anne Murphy CEO, Empowered Fundraiser Consulting Founder, She Leads AI
Meet AI Festivus Co-Founder:
Kyle Shannon
Kyle Shannon is a digital storytelling and marketing innovator with 30+ years of experience. He co-founded and is CEO of Storyvine, transforming video storytelling, and in the mid-1990s co-founded AGENCY.COM, shaping digital advertising.
His leadership at AGENCY.COM led to a successful NASDAQ IPO and sale to Omnicom. Recently, Kyle has focused on generative AI, founding the AI Salon and the AI Learning Lab TikTok channel.
A dynamic public speaker, Kyle shares insights on emerging technologies, reflecting his continuous pioneering spirit in the digital world.
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