The highly anticipated TechCrunch Sessions: AI event is set to kick off on June 5, and we invite members of the AI community to be a part of the groundbreaking conversations that will shape the industry. To participate, you can lead breakout sessions and discussions with over 1,200 attendees, including startup founders, VC leaders, and AI enthusiasts, at the event, which will take place in Zellerbach Hall at UC Berkeley. However, you must submit your application by March 7 to be considered as a speaker, so apply now to ensure your spot. You only have a limited time left to get your application in front of our team before the selection process begins!

As the AI field continues to evolve rapidly, we want to provide a platform for the innovators driving the conversation to take center stage. At TechCrunch Sessions: AI, you can apply to lead a 50-minute session, which can include a presentation, panel discussion, audience Q&A, and up to four speakers discussing a topic that you believe will have a significant impact on the community.

How to become a Sessions: AI speaker

The application process is straightforward: simply click the “Apply to Speak” button and submit your topic on the events page. We welcome a wide range of topics, from startups in the AI space to emerging tools, infrastructure, and teams supporting innovation. Your idea could be something entirely new and unprecedented!

Once you’ve submitted your topic, our TechCrunch audience will vote on the submissions and choose the sessions that will fill the programming of our AI industry event.

If your topic is selected, you’ll not only have the opportunity to lead a discussion and gain recognition, but you’ll also gain access to our exclusive main stage AI event programming, additional breakout sessions, and small-group or one-on-one networking opportunities. This could be your chance to connect with potential investors or hires!

Other Sessions: AI speaker perks

In addition to driving conversations among your peers, you’ll also receive prominent featuring of yourself and your company across our event listings and agendas, both on our site and app. Our editorial team will be covering the event, including breakout sessions, and promoting them on social media before and after the event.

Apply before the deadline

Now that you’ve made it this far, don’t hesitate – gather your best ideas and apply to speak today to help shape the future of AI conversations. Time is running out, with only two full days left to apply!