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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
4th Annual Tri-Valley AI Summit Examines the Rise of the Autonomous Economy
Leading AI Founders, Industry Executives, and National Laboratory Researchers Discuss What’s Real—and What’s Next—for Autonomous AI
July 29, 2026
Dublin, CA — Startup Tri-Valley will bring together entrepreneurs, technology executives, investors, researchers, and business leaders from across Northern California for the 4th Annual Tri-Valley AI Summit, AI and the Autonomous Economy: What’s Real, What’s Next, on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, from 4:30 – 7:30 pm at Patelco Credit Union’s Corporate Headquarters in Dublin. The event is presented by Sandia National Laboratories and hosted by Patelco Credit Union.
As artificial intelligence evolves from tools that assist people to increasingly autonomous systems capable of making decisions, executing tasks, and managing workflows, organizations are racing to understand what is possible today—and what may soon reshape the economy. The 2026 Tri-Valley AI Summit will explore the practical applications, opportunities, and challenges presented by autonomous AI across industries including enterprise technology, cybersecurity, operations, workforce development, robotics, and security.
The event begins with networking and a wine tasting reception featuring wines from Las Positas Vineyards, coordinated through the Livermore Valley Winegrowers Association, highlighting another area of innovation and entrepreneurship that has helped make the Tri-Valley region nationally recognized. The evening continues with expert panel discussions and a networking reception. Invited participants include CIOs, technology leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, educators, and business leaders from the Tri-Valley, Silicon Valley, and the broader Bay Area.
“The conversation around AI has shifted dramatically over the past year. Organizations are moving beyond experimentation and beginning to deploy AI systems that can act independently, manage workflows, and create measurable business value. This summit is designed to help leaders understand what is real today, where the technology is heading, and how to prepare for the opportunities ahead.”
— Yolanda Fintschenko, Executive Director, i-GATE Innovation Hub and Startup Tri-Valley
Event Details
| What | 4th Annual Tri-Valley AI Summit — AI and the Autonomous Economy: What’s Real, What’s Next |
| When | Wednesday, August 12, 2026 | 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM |
| Where | Patelco Credit Union Corporate Headquarters, 3 Park Place, Dublin, CA 94568 |
| Register | Register for the Tri-Valley AI Summit |
Featured Speakers
The summit will feature leaders at the forefront of artificial intelligence innovation including:
- Mayank Thakur, Founder & CEO, Neuron ERP Solutions
- Chun Jiang, Chief of Staff to Growth, Miro
- Bhaskaran “Bhaski” Devaraj, Founder & CEO, Humaniti Inc.
- Anurag Gurtu, Co-Founder & CEO, Airrived
- Amanda Dodd, Director, Computation and Analysis for National Security Center, Sandia National Laboratories
- Sridhar Kalaga, Director, Enterprise AI Applications & Agents, Snowflake
Together, these speakers bring expertise spanning enterprise software, AI product strategy, workplace intelligence, cybersecurity, agentic AI, and digital transformation.
As Presenting Sponsor, Sandia National Laboratories continues its commitment to fostering innovation and strengthening the regional technology ecosystem through collaboration with industry, startups, and community partners.
“Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how organizations solve complex problems, accelerate discovery, and strengthen economic competitiveness. The Tri-Valley AI Summit provides an important opportunity for researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to exchange ideas, explore emerging technologies, and better understand how autonomous AI will influence the future economy.”
— Amanda Dodd, Sandia National Laboratories
As Host, Patelco Credit Union is welcoming leaders from across sectors to engage in meaningful discussions about the future of AI and its impact on businesses and communities.
“Innovation happens when people with diverse perspectives come together to learn from one another. Patelco is proud to host the Tri-Valley AI Summit and support conversations that help our region’s businesses, entrepreneurs, and institutions prepare for the next generation of technological change.”
— Kal Majmundar, Patelco Credit Union
The summit reflects the Tri-Valley’s unique position as one of the nation’s leading innovation ecosystems, bringing together national laboratories, startups, technology companies, educational institutions, investors, and public-sector partners. Home to Sandia National Laboratories’ California site, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, a growing startup community, and leading technology employers, the region continues to be a hub for emerging technologies with global impact.
‘We are honored to welcome the Tri-Valley AI Summit back to Dublin for its fourth year. Dublin is proud to support an event that reflects our city’s commitment to innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional collaboration. By bringing together leaders who are turning emerging technologies into real-world solutions, the summit strengthens both Dublin and the Tri-Valley as a hub for AI advancement.”
— Mayor Sherry Hu, City of Dublin, California
In addition to the contributions of Sandia National Laboratories and Patelco Credit Union, Startup Tri-Valley thanks the Livermore Valley Winegrowers Association and Del Valle Winery for helping showcase the region’s renowned wine industry and hospitality. Their participation reflects the collaborative spirit that continues to make the Tri-Valley a destination for both innovation and quality of life.
The event is organized by Startup Tri-Valley, an initiative of i-GATE Innovation Hub, in partnership with the cities of Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, the Town of Danville, and regional innovation stakeholders.
Registration is now open to entrepreneurs, business leaders, researchers, investors, students, and community members interested in the future of artificial intelligence and the autonomous economy. To register, visit the Eventbrite registration page.
About the Presenting Sponsor
Sandia National Laboratories
Sandia National Laboratories is a multimission laboratory operated by National Technology and Engineering Solutions of Sandia LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Honeywell International Inc., for the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration. Sandia Labs has major research and development responsibilities in nuclear deterrence, global security, defense, energy technologies and economic competitiveness, with main facilities in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Livermore, California. Visit sandia.gov for more information.
About the Host
Patelco Credit Union
Patelco Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial institution serving more than 550,000 members nationwide with $9.5 billion in assets. It provides personalized banking solutions, expert guidance, and financial education that strengthen members’ financial wellbeing. Patelco is based in Dublin, CA., and has been honored with numerous industry and consumer, business and finance awards, including Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Credit Unions, Forbes’ Best-In-State Credit Union and Bankrate’s Top Credit Union for 2025. Visit patelco.org for more information.
About the Organizers
Startup Tri-Valley
Startup Tri-Valley is an initiative to grow and strengthen our region by helping more startups succeed. We do this by connecting founders and innovators to a tightly networked ecosystem of resources built specifically for science-based startups. The initiative is sponsored by the Tri-Valley cities of Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, the Town of Danville, and i-GATE Innovation Hub partners Lawrence Livermore and Sandia National Laboratories. To learn more, visit startuptrivalley.org.
i-GATE Innovation Hub
i-GATE Innovation Hub is a non-profit organization focused on increasing economic prosperity through entrepreneurship in the Tri-Valley. i-GATE provides startup incubation resources through Daybreak Labs and connects the regional innovation ecosystem through the Startup Tri-Valley initiative. To learn more, visit igatehub.org.
City of Dublin, California
From a population of approximately 14,350 in 1982, the City of Dublin has become a highly diverse city with a resident population of nearly 73,000, and a thriving community with over 2,100 businesses. www.dublin.ca.gov .
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