A one-day convening for city leadership, business leaders, educators, and community partners, featuring keynotes, workshops, exhibitor showcases, and interactive activities.
– 3:00 PM
The Agenda
Discovery Floor open:
Live demos and interactive stations
Workshops & panels open:
Breakout sessions on everything from AI and smart cities to
HBCU Smart Cities Program Pitch Competition Begins:
PCF Fellows compete for 10k in cash prizes by showcasing pilots developed for the City of Charlotte and Henry County
WHO
ATTENDS
City & county
innovation leaders.
Corporate tech &
infrastructure partners.
HBCU & local college
students
Founders & civic
technologists.
FOR LEADERS
& BUILDERS
Hands-On Demos
Test-drive mechatronics and autonomous tech.
Innovation Lab
Discover the hardware prototypes of the future.
Workshops
Master AI, mobility, and tech career essentials.
Experience the Future
Don't Just
Watch It!
Apply to Speak
Share your expertise with our community! Submit your proposal to speak at Community Tech Day and inspire the next generation of tech innovators.
Host a Workshop
Lead hands-on sessions and teach practical skills. Our workshops provide interactive learning experiences for attendees of all skill levels.
Sponsor the Event
Support our mission and gain visibility in the tech community. Sponsorship packages include branding opportunities, booth space, and more.
Become an Exhibitor
Showcase your products, services, or projects to thousands of tech enthusiasts. Connect directly with potential customers and collaborators.
WORKSHOP TRACKS
AI & Emerging Tech
Practical AI, modern tools, and responsible adoption.
Data + Civic Innovation
How data and mapping inform smarter city decisions.
Workforce Pathways
Skills, certifications, and routes into tech careers.
Small Business Tech
Tools to strengthen operations and customer growth.
Sponsor Benefits
Elite Access
300+ civic leaders, tech executives, and regional stakeholders.
Talent Pipeline
Priority access to top CS and Engineering talent from local HBCUs.
Regional Visibility
High-impact exposure as a Charlotte Innovation Week anchor.
Civic Impact
Scaling regional tech infrastructure and first-generation careers.
EMPOWER INNOVATION.
IMPACT THE REGION.
Partner with the City of Charlotte and PCF to align your brand with next-gen civic tech and diverse regional talent.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should attend?
Business leaders, city leadership, educators, workforce partners, community organizations, and innovators, anyone interested in practical tech for community impact.
How do I apply to speak or host a workshop?
Details regarding speaker applications and workshop hosting will be provided here shortly. Please check back for updates.
How can my company sponsor or exhibit?
We offer various sponsorship tiers. You can download our sponsorship deck above or contact our partnership team directly.
Where can I find the full agenda?
The full agenda including session times and keynote speakers is currently being finalized and will be published on this page soon.
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