AI in Action 2026 brings together business leaders, innovators, and practitioners from across Northern New England and beyond, for a full day of applied learning, real-world case studies, and meaningful connection. Whether you’re just beginning your AI journey or scaling what’s already working, this summit is built for you.

Expect nationally recognized speakers, sector-specific tracks in life sciences & health, climate & sustainability, municipal, innovation, applied workshops, and conversations that spur new ideas.

This second-annual, all-day conference will feature:

• Discussions on AI in Society & AI in Industry
• Keynotes from thought leaders at the intersection of business and AI
• Deep dives on how AI is being applied in areas like research and development, and in sectors including life sciences and health, climate and sustainability, and municipal government
• Workshops focused hands-on skills
• Showcase opportunities for startups and researchers working in/with AI
• Networking

Speakers include:

• Rich Miner, Rich Miner, Co-Founder of Android and CEO of Rayfit and Ink.ai
• Lon Cardon, President & CEO of JAX
• Leaders from Bangor Savings Bank, Bernstein Shur, IDEXX, and Sun Life

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