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SUMMARY:Disrupt Dallas Summit: Social Hour
DESCRIPTION:Disrupt Dallas Summit presented by Charles Schwab Bank\, SSB\, Member FDIC \n\n\n\nLocation: Crum Auditorium
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/disrupt-dallas-summit-social-hour/
LOCATION:Southern Methodist University\, 6214 Bishop Boulevard 7527\, Dallas
CATEGORIES:Disrupt Dallas Summit
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SUMMARY:Disrupt Dallas Summit: Keynote
DESCRIPTION:Disrupt Dallas Summit presented by Charles Schwab Bank\, SSB\, Member FDIC \n\n\n\nSpeaker: Cedric Nash moderated by Cleo Greene
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/disrupt-dallas-summit-keynote/
LOCATION:Southern Methodist University\, 6214 Bishop Boulevard 7527\, Dallas
CATEGORIES:Disrupt Dallas Summit,Keynote
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SUMMARY:Disrupt Dallas Summit: INTERACTIVE LINE DANCING!
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URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/disrupt-dallas-summit-interactive-line-dancing-social-hour/
LOCATION:Southern Methodist University\, 6214 Bishop Boulevard 7527\, Dallas
CATEGORIES:Disrupt Dallas Summit,Networking Event
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SUMMARY:Disrupt Dallas Summit: Fireside Chat: Content Marketing\, Content Creating\, How to Grow Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Disrupt Dallas Summit presented by Charles Schwab Bank\, SSB\, Member FDIC \n\n\n\nSpeakers: Kayla McDowell\, Asia Wright\, Benny Kounlavouth moderated by Zorric Sia \n\n\n\nLocation: Crum Auditorium
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/disrupt-dallas-summit-4/
LOCATION:Southern Methodist University\, 6214 Bishop Boulevard 7527\, Dallas
CATEGORIES:Disrupt Dallas Summit
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UID:10164-1754320500-1754322900@dfwstartupweek.com
SUMMARY:Disrupt Dallas Summit: Secure the Bag\, Protect Your Peace: A Wealth and Wellness Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Disrupt Dallas Summit presented by Charles Schwab Bank\, SSB\, Member FDIC \n\n\n\nSpeakers: Dr. JuNene\, Honorable Karen Cherry-Brown moderated by Kala Garner \n\n\n\nLocation: Crum Auditorium
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/disrupt-dallas-summit-3/
LOCATION:Southern Methodist University\, 6214 Bishop Boulevard 7527\, Dallas
CATEGORIES:Disrupt Dallas Summit
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UID:10161-1754316900-1754320200@dfwstartupweek.com
SUMMARY:Disrupt Dallas Summit: A Legacy of Impact: Black & Hispanic Chambers Shaping the Next Century
DESCRIPTION:Disrupt Dallas Summit presented by Charles Schwab Bank\, SSB\, Member FDIC \n\n\n\nSpeakers: Amanda Moreno-Lake\, Harrison Blair\, Gilberto Atayde moderated by Cortney Beauregard \n\n\n\nLocation: Crum Auditorium
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/disrupt-dallas-summit/
LOCATION:Southern Methodist University\, 6214 Bishop Boulevard 7527\, Dallas
CATEGORIES:Disrupt Dallas Summit
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SUMMARY:Ai Track: Beyond the Buzzwords: Decoding Agents and Workflows
DESCRIPTION:Ai Track presented by Worlds From applied AI\, the LLM revolution\, and now the Agentic Era\, how is the current state different from traditional workflows or from the smart software we’ve always built? In this session\, hear from some of the top practitioners in the DFW community as they unpack the evolving vocabulary and design patterns shaping today’s AI systems — from instruction-tuned models to agent toolkits and prompt engineering. Whether you’re a founder\, a student\, or an enterprise innovator\, join us to debate what’s hype\, what’s real\, and what’s next in building intelligent\, autonomous systems that move beyond static scripts to dynamic reasoning.   \n\n\n\nSpeakers: Jake Umbrage\, Ryan Hilliard\, Ross Bates\, Bhaskar Lokanathan \n\n\n\nLocation: Classroom 0312
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/ai-track-behind-the-curtain-technical-deep-dive-on-physical-ai/
LOCATION:Southern Methodist University\, 6214 Bishop Boulevard 7527\, Dallas
CATEGORIES:AI, Automation, & Quantum Track
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UID:10440-1754307000-1754310600@dfwstartupweek.com
SUMMARY:Ai Track: AI to ROI: Turning Innovation into Impact
DESCRIPTION:Ai Track Presented by Worlds\, AI is everywhere but turning innovation into real\, repeatable ROI is where most companies stumble. This candid panel brings together leaders from startups\, enterprises\, and top consultancies to break down what it really takes to move AI from pilot projects to impactful programs. Whether you’re a startup founder trying to land and expand with enterprise clients\, or an enterprise leader looking to cut through the hype and make AI stick\, you’ll walk away with practical insights\, tough lessons\, and fresh strategies for building partnerships that deliver real value\, not just another proof of concept.  \n\n\n\nSpeakers: Garrett Long\, Jason Beavers \, Kevin Kleist\, Dave Copps\, Bhaskar Lokanathan \n\n\n\nLocation: Classroom 0312
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/ai-track-from-ai-to-roi-unlocking-value-in-the-real-world/
LOCATION:Southern Methodist University\, 6214 Bishop Boulevard 7527\, Dallas
CATEGORIES:AI, Automation, & Quantum Track
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SUMMARY:Texas Capital Fueling Texas-Sized Ambition for Texas-Based Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join Texas Capital for an empowering session designed to help small business owners across Texas access the capital they need to grow with confidence. We’ll spotlight the Small Business Pathway and Pathway Plus Loan Programs\, offering flexible funding from $15\,000 to $250\,000—no SBA backing required. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re expanding operations\, investing in equipment\, or strengthening working capital\, this session will cover: \n\n\n\nThe benefits of our streamlined online application and digital loan closing processKey eligibility requirements\, including credit score and business historyHow in-market expertise and personalized support can accelerate business growthHow businesses can manage their cash flow\, streamline operations\, and enhance financial control through a suite of tailored services \n\n\n\nWho should attend: Texas-based small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, and community partners interested in accessing capital and scaling their ventures. \n\n\n\nLet Texas Capital help turn bold ideas into lasting impact—because big dreams deserve big support. \n\n\n\nSpeakers: Keith Dean\, Director\, Small Business Development Officer; Shannon Moore\, Director\, Regional Retail Manager moderated by Stephanie Bowers\, Director of Corporate Responsibility \n\n\n\nLocation: Crum Auditorium
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/texas-capital-special-event/
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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UID:10438-1754301600-1754305200@dfwstartupweek.com
SUMMARY:Ai Track: The Shift to Physical AI: AI’s Real-World Awakening
DESCRIPTION:AI Presented by: WorldsSpeakers: Dave Copps\, CEO & Co-Founder \n\n\n\nLocation: Classroom 0312
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/ai-track-the-physical-ai-shift-intelligence-built-for-the-real-world/
LOCATION:Southern Methodist University\, 6214 Bishop Boulevard 7527\, Dallas
CATEGORIES:AI, Automation, & Quantum Track
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SUMMARY:Welcome to SMU from Todd Milbourn\, the New Dean SMU Cox School of Business
DESCRIPTION:More Information can be found here! \n\n\n\nLocation: Crum Auditorium
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/welcome-to-smu-from-todd-milbourn-the-new-dean-smu-cox-school-of-business/
LOCATION:Southern Methodist University\, 6214 Bishop Boulevard 7527\, Dallas
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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UID:10194-1754298000-1754301600@dfwstartupweek.com
SUMMARY:Community Event: Customer Discovery with LLM Value Mapping
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Only \n\n\n\nRegister for this event here!
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/community-event-customer-discovery-with-llm-value-mapping/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, Dallas\, 75034
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Community Event: Coffee & Co-Innovation UTD Catalyst
DESCRIPTION:North Texans: start each morning with a cup of coffee\, breakfast treat\, and a meeting with leaders of top Angel Investor groups from North Texas and the state during Dallas Startup Week. Mon through Thu\, Aug 4-7\, Coffee at 7am. Meetings 8-10am\, daily! UT Dallas at the Richardson IQ\, 1302 E. Collins Blvd.\, Richardson\, Texas 75081. For more information\, contact steveg@utdallas.edu. \n\n\n\nMonday\, Aug 4Capital Factory\, Luis MartinezSouthwest Angel Network\, Heather Gilker [tentative] \n\n\n\nLuis Martinez\, senior venture associate with Capital Factory. Luis serves as a startup mentor with Geekdom in San Antonio\, TX; the Pioneer21 Venture Mentoring Program in El Paso\, TX; and globally with MassChallenge and Techstars. Dr. Martinez was previously Director of the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Trinity University. Through his work in industry\, education\, and now Capital Factory\, Luis has guided 200+ entrepreneurs from early stage to successful exits across a wide range of industries and sectors. Luis got his Bachelor’s degree from Trinity and PhD from Harvard. https://capitalfactory.com/ \n\n\n\nHeather Gilker is the North Texas Chapter Lead of SouthWest Angel Network (or SWAN) where she manages SWAN’s Philanthropic sidecar fund. She is also the founder and principal of Tokalon Advisors LLC. Heather has more than 25 years of experience in investing\, community involvement\, and strategy with a focus on sustainability. Prior to SWAN and Tokalon\, Heather led Fidelity Family Office Services’ development for 8 years in the southwest. Other experience includes roles as an investment firm allocator\, an equity analyst\, and a commercial banker. She is a graduate of the Cox School of Business at SMU. More at: https://swanimpact.org/swan-impact-network-team/
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/community-event-coffee-co-innovation-utd-catalyst/
LOCATION:UTD @ The Richardson IQ\, 1302 E Collins Blvd\, Richardson\, Texas\, 75081\, United States
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SUMMARY:Community Event: Monetize Your Mastery
DESCRIPTION:This is an In Person Event. \n\n\n\n  Please register here!
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/community-event-monetize-your-mastery/
LOCATION:1201 Evans Ave Fort Worth\, TX 76104\, 1201 Evans Ave\, Fort Worth\, Texas\, 76104
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250803T140000
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UID:10269-1754229600-1754233200@dfwstartupweek.com
SUMMARY:Community Event: A Tool for Market Research: Reference Solutions at Parr Library
DESCRIPTION:This event is IN-PERSON ONLY \n\n\n\nRegistration Link
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/community-event-a-tool-for-market-research-reference-solutions-at-parr-library/
LOCATION:Plano Public Library\, 6200 Windheaven Pkwy\, Plano\, Texas\, 75093
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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UID:10344-1754215200-1754233200@dfwstartupweek.com
SUMMARY:Community Event: DFW Book Fair
DESCRIPTION:Register Here
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/community-event-dfw-book-fair/
LOCATION:The DEC Network @ RedBird\, 3560 W Camp Wisdom RD\, Dallas\, Texas\, 75237
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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UID:10871-1753948800-1753981200@dfwstartupweek.com
SUMMARY:Community Event: Empowering Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:Register Here!
URL:https://dfwstartupweek.com/event/community-event-empowering-entrepreneurs/
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