The 13th CTO Colloquium: Austin, TX
Join us in Austin at the 13th CTO Colloquium
Sharpen your edge as a CTO, recharge your leadership, and plug you into a network of peers who get it.At Colloquium 13, you’ll gain actionable insights from Dan Martell—entrepreneur, investor, and author with millions of followers—alongside handpicked speakers tackling what’s next in tech leadership, AI, and strategy.
Day One is all about growth: mind-expanding talks, interactive discussions, and clarity around the challenges only CTOs face.
Day Two is all about connection: zipline with peers, feast at Lockhart’s legendary BBQ, and forge bonds that last beyond the boardroom.Transform your insights into action and walk away with allies, renewed vision, and the tools to lead with confidence
Date: April 17th, 2025
Venue: Howdy House, 1304 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702
Time: 2:30 PM - 7:30 PM, followed by a Happy Hour.
Format: Five focused sessions featuring thought-provoking talks and interactive discussions on AI, interspersed with breaks for networking and reflection.
The CTO Colloquium creates an environment where technology leaders can engage in deep, meaningful dialogue about the challenges and opportunities shaping our industry. Whether you're a member or non-member, this is your opportunity to be part of a transformative conversation that goes beyond surface-level networking.
What to Expect
Intimate setting with limited attendance to ensure meaningful interactions
Five carefully curated talks with facilitated discussions
Dedicated networking opportunities
Agenda
Thursday April 17
2:30 - 2:45: Opening with MC introduction and light snacks
2:45 - 3:30: Dan Martell- Talk Title To Be Announced
3:30 - 4:15: Chris Petersen- Web Development Then, LLMs Now: Forecasting LLM Best Practices by Looking Back – and Ahead
4:15 - 5:00: Jennifer Cwagenberg- Building Agents with MCP
5:00 - 5:30: Break
5:30 - 6:15: Kelvin Pho- Off the Hook: Agentic Calls, Texts, and Customer Experience
6:15 - 7:00: Beth Carr- The Changing Role of CTOs in the AI Era and the Urgent Need for Thought Leadership on LinkedIn
7:00 - 7:15: Debrief & Closing Remarks
7:30 PM: Happy Hour hosted by Howdy.com
Friday April 18
12:00 PM: Lockhart’s BBQ hop- meet at Black’s BBQ (Dutch Treat)
Please note that your ticket grants you access to the colloquium, which will feature five incredible talks and in-depth discussions with your technology peers on Thursday afternoon. This will be an exciting opportunity to engage with fellow CTOs, explore new ideas, and expand your network.
Additionally, we’re organizing optional group activities on Friday for those who want to continue the conversations in a more relaxed setting. Details for this post-colloquium experience will be confirmed soon, and we’ll send out more information as plans come together.
Registration
A nominal fee of $50 is required to secure your spot and ensure committed attendance. Space is limited to 50 participants, so early registration is recommended.