Join the Austin AI Alliance
Austin is where AI is being built, debated, funded, and taught. The Alliance is where the people doing that work come together. Whether you’re a startup, a university, a nonprofit, or an individual practitioner, membership ensures you are a part of it.
The Alliance drives impact through engaged members who lead and participate in the work at every level. We create accessible programming across industries, from events and workshops to lunch-and-learns and monthly meetings, that expand access to AI education and resources for everyone. We connect local talent with employers and real opportunities while building partnerships across technology, education, workforce development, civic organizations, and the investor and innovator communities shaping Austin’s future. We foster open, informed conversations about how AI is transforming our region, because the more people at the table, the better the outcomes for all of us.
Our Mission
Accelerate
AI use and impact by companies, organizations, and professionals in Austin and beyond.
Advance
AI capabilities through research, development, and techniques for use by Austin’s AI ecosystem of companies, universities, and workforce.
Articulate
Policies for fair, responsible, and inclusive AI development and usage.
Augment
AI understanding, skills, and expertise of the current and future Austin workforce through education, training, & knowledge-sharing.
Achieve
Positive social impact with AI projects benefiting people, communities, and society.
AI focused Events
Innovation Spotlights
Accomplished members share their journeys, insights, and expertise.
Human Orchestrated tools & Agents
Short, focused learning sessions led by practitioners across Austin’s AI ecosystem.
AI Summer Intensive
Accessible sessions designed to make AI learning practical and relevant every sector.
State of AI in Austin
Experts discuss a range of topics from innovation, infrastructure, technology and government.
SXSW AI Track & industry AI councils
Discuss the impact of synthetic data and the evolving future of AI beyond traditional machine learning.
What Every Member Gets
No matter which level you choose, membership includes:
- Community access — connect with AI leaders, researchers, builders, and organizations across every sector in Austin
- Event access — free or discounted entry to Alliance meetings, workshops, and conferences
- Education — access to peer learning, curated content, and specialized training
Individual members may use the Alliance logo in marketing materials. Small, medium & large organizations will also receive:
- Leadership Opportunities — as national AI conferences come to Austin, members are positioned to speak, engage, and represent their work on a larger stage
- Visibility — your profile featured on the Alliance website and in member materials
- Govern — serve on the Board of Directors
Member investments keep our programs running, our events accessible, and our scholarships available to those who need them most.
Be a part of Austin’s future. Join today.
Large Organization
Medium Organization
Small Organization
Individual membership
Student Membership
Frequently asked questions
Any company, university, government agency, nonprofit, or individual with a presence in the greater Austin region is welcome to join. That includes the City of Austin and the 10 surrounding counties: Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Hays, Lee, Llano, Travis, and Williamson.
Individual Associate members get full access to events, working groups, and community resources, but do not vote, serve on the Board, or participate in funded projects. Company memberships include governance rights and the ability to lead funded initiatives.
Members get free or discounted access to Alliance monthly meetings, workshops, and major events like State of AI Austin. Some events are also open to non-members.
Yes. Organizational memberships cover all employees and staff associated with that organization.
Tiers are based on total employee count: under 500 (Small), 500 to 50,000 (Medium), and 50,000 to 500,000 (Large). If you’re unsure, just reach out and we’ll help you figure it out.
Yes. Public sector government agencies, educational institutions, and nonprofits receive 50% off any organizational tier. Use code NONPROFIT at checkout. All organizations are subject to review.
Absolutely. Just reach out to us and we’ll take care of it.