Join us at the nonprofit Refraction Innovation Hub on Thursday, September 17 for a complimentary evening panel discussion bringing together founders, technologists, cybersecurity experts, and investors.

AI-assisted development can move an idea to a working prototype faster than ever. But turning that prototype into a product, a secure and scalable system, and ultimately an investable company requires a different set of disciplines.

Whether you are building, advising, securing, or investing in AI-enabled products and emerging technologies, this special evening program offers:

• Panel Discussion & Networking — Join an in-depth conversation examining what happens after the first working prototype, followed by opportunities to connect with founders, technologists, investors, and members of the Refraction innovation community.

• Diverse Perspectives on the Path from Prototype to Venture — Follow the progression from early build to investable company through the perspectives of a founder and operator, a product and engineering leader, a cybersecurity and technical-risk expert, and an investor.

Those perspectives will be represented by:

• Ryan Alcorn — Founder & Operator Perspective

• Peter Quan — Product & Engineering Perspective

• Carlos Aguayo Gonzalez — Cybersecurity & Technical-Risk Perspective

Moderated by Alexander Busch.

Register now to attend our September 17 evening panel discussion at Refraction Innovation Hub in Tysons.

Please note that registration is for the evening program only and does not include daytime coworking access at Refraction.