Overview
AGENTIC AI North America is a one day summit focused on exploring agentic artificial intelligence and its impact on enterprise, government, and society. The event is positioned as a senior level gathering for leaders in technology, business strategy, government policy, and research who are shaping the deployment and governance of AI at scale. The program centers on autonomous agents, governance frameworks, and practical implementations of agentic AI in real world contexts, with an emphasis on responsible deployment, risk management, and human-centered design. The venue is in Reston, Virginia, offering on-site sessions, hands-on labs, keynote moments, and networking opportunities with peers and sponsors.
Agenda and Tracks
The program is organized around several core tracks that together map the autonomous AI lifecycle from concept to operation:
- Agentic AI: Architecture, behavior design, multi-agent orchestration, and enterprise deployments of autonomous agents.
- Physical AI: Edge devices and embodied AI applications in manufacturing, logistics, and in-field systems.
- Sovereign AI and Policy: AI governance, data sovereignty, compliance, and the evolving regulatory landscape for autonomous systems.
- Open Source and Developer Tools: Frameworks, libraries, and tooling that enable rapid development, testing, and deployment of AI at scale.
- AI Security and Trust: Guardrails, risk management, privacy, and reliable AI in high-stakes environments.
- Workforce and Transformation: Strategies for changing operating models, upskilling teams, and fostering a culture that embraces AI responsibly.
A holistic program includes keynote sessions, breakout workshops, and hands-on labs designed to give attendees practical skills to implement AI at scale while addressing governance, risk, and ethical considerations. With a mix of talks and interactive formats, participants can explore use cases, governance playbooks, and architectural patterns suitable for enterprise-grade AI deployments.
Speakers and Sessions
The event features a diverse speaker lineup drawn from industry, government, and academia. Speakers include senior technology leaders, AI governance experts, and practitioners who are responsible for deploying AI systems in complex environments. Sessions cover topics such as AI strategy, responsible AI, model governance, data infrastructure, risk management, and the human factors involved in AI adoption. Attendees can expect expert insights into real-world challenges, case studies of large-scale AI programs, and guidance on building resilient AI systems that can scale while maintaining trust and accountability.
Format and Networking
The summit blends keynote presentations with breakout sessions, interactive demonstrations, and opportunities for peer-to-peer learning. A dedicated sponsor area and partner demonstrations provide additional context on emerging technologies and industry best practices. Networking portions are designed to maximize opportunities for collaboration, partnerships, and knowledge exchange among attendees from technology, policy, and industry backgrounds. The event also places emphasis on accessibility and inclusion, with content designed to be relevant across sectors and roles.
Who Should Attend
Executives, engineering leaders, AI program managers, policy makers, researchers, and practitioners who are actively shaping the use of agentic AI in organizations will find value in this conference. Attendees should be looking to understand how to design, deploy, and govern AI agents at scale, while aligning with organizational goals and societal considerations. The event welcomes participants from public, private, and academic sectors who are curious about the implications of agentic AI and eager to learn practical strategies for responsible implementation.
FAQs
- Where is the event held? Reston, Virginia, United States.
- Is the event online? No, this edition is an on-site conference with venue-based programming.
- What is the date? October 7, 2026.
- Who should attend? Enterprise leaders, engineers, founders, investors, policy makers, and AI practitioners interested in agentic AI and its governance.
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