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AI on the Lot is less than 3 weeks out, and we have some updates below about our agenda and new sponsors! Use promo: AILA for $100 off at checkout.

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• Upcoming Events:

  • GenAI Mixer w/ Qualcomm (Venice) – May 10

  • Edge AI Workshop w/ Qualcomm (Venice) – May 10

  • AI for Impact: Inside LA’s Homeless Prevention Pil …

• Get Involved in AI LA!

  • 2025 Growth & Programs Intern applications now ope …

  • Volunteer at AI on the Lot 2025

• What we’ve been up to:

  • Marina Del rAI Meetup

AI on the Lot, the largest dedicated gathering of professionals in the AI film space, brings together over 1,000 artists, startup founders, media execs, developers, and film industry professionals to connect and learn about the AI video space.

Get insights about the latest tools & workflows, meet future business partners, and connect with the people most interested in how generative AI will empower the filmmaking and entertainment industry.

Thank you to our amazing sponsors, including Culver City, and more to be announced very soon!

Use coupon code: AILA at checkout for $100 off!

Upcoming Events:

GenAI Mixer w/ Qualcomm (Venice) – May 10

​Discover how cutting-edge startups and industry leaders are bringing EdgeAI to life—from on-device inference and low-latency decision-making to robust, real-world applications spanning IoT, mobile, and beyond. Our panelists will share first-hand experiences and insights into what it takes to successfully build, launch, and scale AI solutions at the edge.

Edge AI Workshop w/ Qualcomm (Venice) – May 10

Join AI LA and Qualcomm in Venice for a hands-on Edge AI workshop! Dive into the fundamentals of on-device AI, get a walkthrough of Qualcomm® AI Hub, and roll up your sleeves in build-along sessions.

​Learn how to tackle real-world constraints—from low-latency decision-making to power efficiency—and discover the practical steps required to design, deploy, and scale AI solutions at the edge.

AI for Impact: Inside LA’s Homeless Prevention Pilot Program (Venice) – May 15

This event explores how data-driven tools and responsible AI are shaping local policy solutions to one of LA County’s most urgent challenges: homelessness.

​Join Brian Blackwell, Senior Data Scientist at the California Policy Lab, and Claire Battis, the Lead Data Program Manager for the Homelessness Prevention Unit at the LA County Department of Health Services, as they discuss the groundbreaking Homeless Prevention Unit pilot program. Learn how predictive analytics, cross-agency collaboration, and proactive outreach are being used to inform smarter public policy and more equitable social services.

Get Involved in AI LA!

2025 Growth & Programs Intern applications now open!

As a Growth & Programs Intern, you’ll explore real-world applications of your interests and develop foundational experience in marketing, event production, community building, and/or AI-driven operations. You’ll work closely with professionals across departments who will tailor your responsibilities to career goals, gaining hands-on exposure to strategy execution, outreach, and organizational development in the fast-moving field of artificial intelligence.

Part-time (10-20 hours/week) with possibility to extend based on performance

Volunteer at AI on the Lot 2025

We’re assembling a dedicated volunteer team to help bring this experience to life. Volunteers will play a critical role in ensuring smooth operations—from welcoming guests and supporting speakers to managing logistics and production across the lot.

If you’re passionate about innovation, interested in AI’s impact on storytelling, or simply eager to be part of a high-caliber event, we’d love to have you involved.

Please note the requested minimum commitment for volunteers is 8 hours. This ensures we can properly train and place each volunteer in a meaningful role

What we’ve been up to:

Marina Del rAI Meetup

On May 1st, we hosted our first-ever Marina Del rAI meetup at United Bowl Nation in Marina del Rey. With a golden-hour sunset and sailboats in the background, we welcomed an inspiring group of founders and technologists working across blue tech, AI, and early-stage startups. Stay tuned for the next meetup!