The Reality of How Builders Use AI Tools in Their Workflows

Join Us for an Exclusive Dinner Exploring How AI Builders Are Actually Using AI

We’re hosting an intimate VIP dinner on April 29th in New York City, gathering a select group of AI founders, technical leaders, and practitioners for a candid, no-pitch discussion. Our focus: cutting through the hype to explore how AI founders are actually incorporating AI tools into their day-to-day workflows.

This exclusive dinner, moderated by Diane Choi from Samsung Next, is designed for founders and leaders who are building and using AI tools - giving you firsthand insights into what’s actually working in practice versus theoretical possibilities.

☝️ Apply Now - Limited to 10 Attendees ☝️

What to Expect

This VIP dinner is invite-only and curated for 10 hand-selected members of our AI community. Rather than superficial networking, it’s a moderated, informal discussion where everyone in the room is working with or building AI tools and can share genuine experiences.

• Practical Focus: No theoretical discussions about frontier capabilities—just real insights on how founders are actually using AI tools in their businesses today.
• Interactive Format: We’ll keep it conversational and informal—think one big dinner table discussion rather than a structured panel.
• Candid Experiences: Hear directly from those balancing the promise of AI automation with practical reality, including what’s actually being used versus what’s just marketing hype.
• Quality Connections: Network with other AI founders and practitioners who are navigating similar challenges.

Key Details

Date: Wednesday, April 29th, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Location: (Exclusive Manhattan restaurant in the Nomad/Flatiron district - To be disclosed upon registration confirmation)

Who Should Attend?

• AI Startup Founders building tools or using AI in their workflows
• Technical Leaders responsible for implementing AI solutions
• Product Managers balancing AI capabilities with practical business needs
• Researchers interested in the gap between theoretical potential and practical application

This dinner is purposefully curated to maintain high-quality discussion with participants who have firsthand experience building or implementing AI tools.

Potential Topics

We’ll be shaping the conversation around real-world experiences:

• Reality vs. Hype: Where are the gaps between what AI tools promise and what they deliver?
• Operational Integration: How founders are actually incorporating AI assistants into daily workflows
• Build vs. Buy: What founders are choosing to build in-house versus using existing tools
• Unexpected Benefits & Challenges: Surprising ways AI tools are helping (or hindering) startups
• Future Investments: Where founders see the most promising opportunities for AI tools

Why This Dinner Is Different

Unlike large meetups or conferences, our VIP Dinner is a focused, intimate event. Expect:

• Informal Atmosphere: Candid, off-the-record conversations where you can discuss genuine challenges.
• Valuable Connections: Share insights and build relationships with other AI practitioners.
• No Pitches: This is explicitly not a forum for product demos or sales pitches.

RSVP Now!

Space is extremely limited—apply early to secure your spot. Come prepared to share your actual experiences with AI tools, ask tough questions, and leave with new connections and insights.

We can’t wait to see you at the table for an evening of authentic conversation!

Sponsored by AI Tinkerers and Samsung Next