Upcoming Meetup — May 14th, 2026
Women in Cloud & AI
Led by women. Open to everyone. Whether you're seeking to enter IT, want to connect with more women in tech, or want to gain practical AI skills — this session is for you.
Date
Thursday, May 14th
Location
Lark Brewing, Aldie VA
Cost
Free
Audience
All ages welcome
What to expect
This special session is led by Astha, Sammi, Roshita, and more — women who are actively building and leading in cloud and AI. The evening is designed for women seeking to enter IT, connect with other women in tech, or build practical AI skills.
Expect a panel discussion on career paths, a beginner-friendly hands-on AI workshop, lightning talks from women building with AI right now, and an extended networking block focused on mentorship connections.
Agenda
Welcome, Networking, and Introductions
Opening Remarks — Why Women in Cloud and AI Matters
Panel: Breaking Into Tech — Career Paths, Pivots, and First Steps (Astha, Sammi, Roshita)
Hands-On: Your First AI Workflow — A Beginner-Friendly Workshop
Lightning Talks — Women Building with AI Right Now
Open Networking, Q&A, and Mentorship Connections
Closing Remarks and Next Session Preview
Brewery Closed
Ready to join us?
Reserve your spot. It's free and takes 10 seconds.
Frequently asked questions
Is it really free?
Yes. Cloud and AI Meetup is completely free to attend, every month.
Do I need to be technical?
No. We welcome all experience levels — executives, hobbyists, students, and more.
Can I bring a friend?
Absolutely. The more the merrier. Just make sure they RSVP too.
What if I want to present something?
Head to our Speak page and submit your idea. We love community demos.