#SeattleAIWeek Opening Reception

Join us at AI House on Pier 70 for important conversations about AI Policy & Economic Development, the future of Washington State, and networking to kick off #SeattleAIWeek 2026 and decide what we build from here. Agenda3:00 – 3:30 PM — Doors Open / Networking3:30 – 3:40 PM — Opening Remarks3:45 – 4:25 PM — The Abundance State: Washington's Chance to Lead the AI Future4:25 – 4:45 PM — Waymo Keynote4:45 – 5:30 PM — Rules for the Revolution: Shaping AI Policy Before It Shapes Us5:30 – 7:00 PM — Networking SpeakersGov. Chris Gregoire (CEO, Challenge Seattle), Beau Perschbacher (Senior Policy Advisor, Office of Gov. Bob Ferguson), Mattie Zazueta (Global Head of Community Programs, OpenAI), Annabel Chang (Public Policy, Waymo), Rep. Stephanie Barnard (Founder & Chair, WA Legislative Nuclear Energy Caucus), Sen. Marko Liias (WA State Legislature), Randa Minkarah (COE, WTIA), Nick Ellingson (VP of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, WTIA) Limited spaces are available - get your tickets today! If you plan to attend the AI Summit on October 27 too, check your confirmation email for a discount code. Childcare is available! We've partnered with Rosie to offer free on-site childcare at AI House so that parents can join us too. Rosie Pros are vetted, background-checked professionals. They'll care for kids ages 2 and up for the duration of the reception. Spots are limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis.