

The only way to learn AI is to actually use it
Join other B2B marketers for a half-day buildathon where you'll get hands-on with AI tools, collaborate, and create solutions to a real marketing challenge our nonprofit partner has. Learn how to apply AI to a real world challenge, experiment with no-risk, and give back to a great cause.



This isn't an AI workshop, its a buildathon
No long lectures or how-to demos. Just you, a small team of fellow marketers and a real marketing challenge to solve for a nonprofit.
In one afternoon, you’ll get hands-on with AI in a low-pressure, high energy and collaborative setting. Leave with new skills, real connections, and work that makes an immediate impact.
No AI experience needed, just bring curiosity. If you’ve used AI tools before, even better.
What to expect
Get agentic
Get hands-on with real AI tools and workflows
Built for experimentation, no experience needed
Leave with skills you can use immediately
Build something that matters
Solve a real marketing challenge for a known nonprofit
Work on ideas that can actually be implemented
See your work create real impact
Connect with other marketers
Collaborate in teams with marketing peers
Build relationships through shared work
Hear how others solve similar challenges
What's an AI Buildathon?
A buildathon is a fast-paced, collaborative sprint where you'll be put into a team with other marketers and use AI tools to build marketing strategies and campaigns for a deserving nonprofit. Come as a team or join solo.

Who should attend?
B2B marketers with at least 5+ years experience, whether you're leading strategy or deep into execution (or both).
➞ Join with your colleagues as part of your team offsite
➞ Come independently and join a team
Diversity of roles and perspectives is what makes this experience powerful:
Marketing Leaders (VP, CMO)
Demand Gen
Content Marketers
AEO/SEO
Social Media and Community
Brand and Comms
Product Marketing
Growth Marketers
Customer Marketing
Partner and Channel Marketing
Marketing Generalists




Lead Partner
Our partners




Supporting Partner
Community Partners
Non-Profit Partner


Why join?


The Agenda
We provide the structure, you bring the creativity


The non-profit you'll be helping
Meet United Way of NYC. Their mission is to bring together businesses, government, and nonprofits to tackle big challenges in the city like poverty, education, and health. They help New Yorkers become more financially stable, through workforce development, improving access to education, and supporting community health.














What's it like?
Rally your team or come by yourself
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