Light the Fire. Share Your Spark. Ignite the Future.

Welcome to Ignition Talks—where your 5-minute AI story becomes the catalyst for our community's next breakthrough.

As we launch the countdown to All Things AI (March 22-24, 2026 | Durham, NC), we're looking for the sparks that will set our community ablaze with possibility. This isn't just another speaking opportunity—it's your chance to be part of the ignition sequence that propels us all forward.

This is the program for our kickoff event, All Things AI Launchpad!

On December 3rd we’ll be gathering at the Durham Armory on December 3rd, 2025. We want you there! And the program is all about you!

What Are Ignition Talks?

⏱️ 5 Minutes

🔥 Pure Energy

💡 Real Impact

Ignition Talks are high-energy, concentrated bursts of knowledge designed to:

• IGNITE curiosity in your audience
• FUEL new ideas and approaches
• SPARK connections that last beyond the stage
• LAUNCH conversations that matter

Think of yourself as a firestarter—your story is the match that lights someone else's breakthrough.

The Ignition Formula

Your 5 minutes should:

• 🚀 Start strong - Hook us in the first 30 seconds
• 📚 Teach something real - Share actual experiences, not theory