From Lab to Market: Accelerating AI Innovation — Statewide AI Conference Coming to Cookeville

April 1, 2026

Hosted by AI Tennessee’s Industry Innovation Consortium, AI TechX, Tennessee Tech University this event is a major statewide conference focused on moving artificial intelligence research into real‑world application. This one‑day event will bring together industry leaders, startups, faculty researchers, government partners, and students from across Tennessee to explore applied AI use cases, commercialization pathways, workforce development, and opportunities for industry–academic collaboration. The conference aims to position Tennessee as a growing hub for responsible, market‑driven AI innovation and job creation. There is no cost for registration.

Event Details

  • Date: May 19, 2026
  • Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (CT)
  • Location: Tennessee Tech University, Cookeville, TN
  • Audience: Industry leaders, startups, faculty, government partners, students, and innovation stakeholders
  • Hosts: AI Tennessee’s Industry Innovation Consortium and AI TechX
  • Supporting Partner: Launch Tennessee’s Tennessee Technology Advancement Consortium

Registration is now open.

Register here: https://utconferences.eventsair.com/from-lab-to-market/registration/Site/Register