​We're living through a moment that will be written about in history books. The questions we're wrestling with now - about consciousness, creativity, ethics, identity - will shape generations to come.

​This gathering is about finding our place in that story, about writing ourselves into the future rather than being written by it.

​The February Vancouver AI Lineup:

​Judy Illes | Distinguished Professor, UBC Neuroethics

​Sissi Wang | Founder, Exponential Studio

​Sissi, once a corporate rebel leading teams across 120 countries with IBM and Novartis, Sissi is now an entrepreneur pioneering the future of work—building conscious, exponential organizations designed to unleash human potential.

​She will explore how to build future-ready organizations, diving into how AI will maximize human agency and co-create a future of superabundance.

​Anthony Green | Co-Founder, OpenRep

​Straight from OpenAI Deep Research: ‘Analyze Vancouver’s AI ecosystem—business, investment, pros, cons, recommendations.’ Anthony Green’s breaking it down at the next meetup. Listen, learn, debate.

​Cian Whalley | CTO, Cognitive Technology & Exponential Studios

​A Zen priest turned tech innovator who bridges ancient wisdom and cutting-edge AI to explore the future of human potential.

​Dean Shev | Founder & CEO, VHT.ai

​Dean is driving AI innovation in healthcare, tackling the challenges of scaling AI-driven solutions in a complex industry.

​From patient care to operations, AI is reshaping the space—he’ll share insights on where it’s headed and what it takes to make it work.

​Brittney Smailia | UBC Cognitive Science

​Brittney Smaila captivates with spoken word pieces that intertwine the analytical precision of a neuroscientist with the soulful artistry of a poet, exploring the dynamic interplay of AI and human connection.

​Jackson Wu aka SHYANG | Public Speaking Coach & Emcee

​Ed Kennedy | Experimental AI Art Researcher

​Through the fusion of batch processing and multi-directory source images, Ed Kennedy’s work, “Latent Sculptures” explores the infinite possibilities of open source AI-generated art, utilizing depth, canny, and other Controlnets in Automatic1111 to create a dynamic interplay of form and abstraction.

​This process transforms structured inputs into endless, evolving visual narratives, reflecting the boundless creativity at the intersection of technology and human imagination.

​Shane Gibson | CEO and Founder of The Professional Sales Academy

​Sensei Shane equips sales professionals with cutting-edge AI tools and techniques to revolutionize their sales processes.

​Kris Krüg | Founder, TheUpgrade.ai & Host, CBC Radio's Sandboxing AI

​🌱 EARLYWORM (CA$40): For the quick-draw hackers and optimization enthusiasts.

​🎯 STANDARD (CA$60): The classic ticket for the classic explorer.

​🧠 SUPPORTER (CA$120): Think this ticket is expensive? Wait until you see what Web3 folks charge for a jpeg of a bored ape!

​LIMITED EDITION GEAR DROP: Feb 2025 - longsleeve tee, patch, stickers. (Only 20 spots available at this tier - because scarcity is still a thing, even in the age of infinite AI generation)

​*** A portion of all ticket sales helps fund student tickets and keeps our community growing.

​Come ready to contribute your voice to a conversation that matters.

​The future isn't something that happens to us - it's something we create together, one conscious choice at a time.

​Join us in the liminal space between what is and what could be.

​Let's dream bigger dreams.

​KK

​​H.R. MacMillan Space Centre 1100 Chestnut St, Vancouver, BC V6J 3J9

• ​​​Parking for your land-based vehicles available.

• ​​​Public transit options for the environmentally conscious time-travelers among us.

• ​​Accessibility: We welcome beings of all forms. The Space Centre is fully accessible.

​​2025 Mission Launch Schedule

​​Our meetups are a glimpse into a future where AI and human creativity collide in spectacular fashion. Be there as we write the next chapter of Vancouver's innovation story.

​With Support From Our Partners:

​​These visionaries are catalyzing Vancouver's tech evolution. Show them some love.

​​SEVGEV LLP

​BC leader in technology and legal innovation, SEVGEV LLP champions our vision of a future where creativity and AI thrive hand in hand.

​​Dimitri Schwartzman w/ Macdonald Realty

​​Connecting families to their dream residential homes, Dimitri Schwartzman w/ Macdonald Realty believes in building communities that inspire.

​​Sons of Vancouver

​​Artisans of craft and community, Sons of Vancouver fuels our gatherings with the spirit of independent creativity.

​​Goodness Distributors

​​Spreading good vibes and great support, Goodness Distributors helps our AI community flourish with every step.

​Help Fuel Our Revolution:

​​​Want to be more than just an attendee? We're always on the lookout for sponsors who get it. Hit up kris@motleykrugmedia.com to discuss how you can help us push Vancouver's AI Ecosystem into the stratosphere.

​BC AI - https://www.bc-ai.net/

​Coming Up March 26th

​Organized by Vancouver AI
Human-Centered AI for a Better World

​© Kris Krüg 2025