Start Building in 2026: A Live AI Project Kickoff

The Charter AI NYC Summit 2026 is a premier in-person and virtual event scheduled for February 10, 2026, in New York City, from 9 AM to 3 PM EST. This summit provides a unique opportunity for leaders at the forefront of AI adoption in the workplace to break through the "messy middle" phase of AI integration and accelerate transformational change by redesigning work with AI while prioritizing people. Attendees will benefit from deep insights shared by top executives and practitioners from renowned organizations, including IBM, Microsoft, OpenAI, McKinsey & Co., Dropbox, Thomson Reuters, Asana, and Klarna. Highlights include practical lessons from IBM’s nine-year AI journey yielding a 40% reduction in HR operating costs, strategic discussions on moving from AI pilots to measurable business impact, and explorations on redesigning distinctly human skills alongside AI automation. The summit is designed for executives such as CHROs, CPOs, CTOs, CIOs, COOs, SVPs, VPs, managing directors, department heads, and AI or transformation leaders — anyone influencing the talent and technology agenda in startups to enterprises. The format features keynote talks, expert panels, case study discussions, and moderated conversations covering topics such as: - Leading AI-driven workforce transformation and implementation strategies - Integrating AI to enhance human judgment, learning agility, and leadership development - Collaboration between HR and technology leadership to co-lead AI transformation efforts - Cutting-edge AI applications empowering power users beyond basic tasks - Insightful perspectives from top journalists on AI's societal and organizational impacts - Management challenges and innovations using AI to lead teams more effectively - Lessons from real-world company AI rollouts and leadership experiences Hosted by Charter, a future-of-work media and research company, this summit equips decision-makers with sophisticated frameworks, actionable research, and leadership strategies to transform workplaces effectively with AI. For those interested in advanced AI-driven workforce innovation and leadership, registering for the Charter AI NYC Summit 2026 offers invaluable networking, learning, and strategic development prospects. Find more AI events in [New York](/cities/new-york) and explore more [automation events](/directory/events?topic=automation). Register and learn more at [Charter AI NYC Summit 2026](https://www.charterworks.com/events/ai-summit/2026/nyc).

This event titled "AI Automation for Everyday Work" offers a practical, beginner-friendly session focused on no-code AI automation tailored for everyday professional tasks. Scheduled for Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:30 PM, it targets professionals eager to leverage AI without needing to code. Attendees will explore automation workflows using tools like [Zapier](/tools/zapier) and Google Gemini, learning a reusable approach: Trigger → AI → Action. For example, when a new message or form is received, AI can summarize or rewrite it, then automatically route, log, or generate subsequent steps. The session will include practical examples of time-saving automations and effective prompt patterns to enhance AI output reliability. Additionally, optional resources like BuyerSidee, AutoOpsStack's free automation audits, and a preview of Intrro's revamped platform will be introduced, offering further AI automation insights. This workshop-style, teaching-focused event is ideal for professionals looking to integrate no-code AI automation into their workflows, making it an excellent opportunity to build relevant skills in AI-enhanced productivity. Find more AI events in [New York](/cities/new-york) and explore more [automation events](/directory/events?topic=automation). Register to join and enhance your AI automation knowledge and capabilities.

The AI Interfaces Hackathon with Claude is a hands-on, in-person event taking place in New York City on Saturday, February 21st, from 9AM to 9PM. This hackathon is an exciting opportunity for AI enthusiasts and developers interested in building innovative AI-powered interfaces. Participants will focus on creating projects using Claude, a notable AI tool, supported by the event organizers who will provide guidance throughout the day. This event is ideal for developers, makers, and AI tinkerers looking to deepen their experience with AI interfaces and collaborate intensively on a focused challenge. Attendees will benefit from a full day dedicated to creativity, rapid prototyping, and learning, with the chance to connect with like-minded peers in a vibrant and supportive environment. The format centers around a hackathon methodology—participants work individually or in teams to develop innovative AI projects leveraging the capabilities of Claude. The organizers’ support ensures a productive experience, catering to different skill levels, from emerging builders to experienced AI developers. By joining, attendees will gain hands-on experience with AI interface development, network with the local AI community in [New York](/cities/new-york), and explore the practical applications of cutting-edge AI technologies. This event fits neatly into the [ai-agents] and [automation] topics, emphasizing real-world AI tool usage and development. To register or learn more, interested participants should visit the official AI Tinkerers site. This event stands out for its focus on an emerging AI platform and a full-day immersive format, ideal for those seeking to advance their skills and network within the AI innovation community.

This in-person workshop, held on February 24, 2026, at regus NY in New York City, offers a comprehensive introduction to no-code programming tailored for beginners and professionals with little or no coding experience. Over a full 8-hour day, attendees will explore how to create, customize, and deploy functional applications using popular no-code platforms without writing any code. The course emphasizes hands-on learning, covering essential topics such as the fundamentals of no-code and low-code platforms, application design principles focusing on UI/UX and data management, as well as workflow automation including building process flows and integrating APIs. Participants will gain practical skills to build and launch simple applications, automate business workflows, and integrate multiple tools for seamless data management, empowering them to innovate and enhance productivity quickly. This training bridges the gap between business needs and technology and is ideal for professionals aiming to implement digital solutions efficiently in a digital-first workplace. The event provides certification of course completion and offers group discounts. Attendees will benefit from expert instruction, lunch, snacks, and beverages during the session. For those interested in discovering more about automation and no-code development events, exploring options in [New York](/cities/new-york) might be valuable. To register and learn more, visit the event page.

The City College of New York's Center for Professional Studies offers the AI for Business Productivity Certificate Program, a pathway to using Artificial Intelligence to work smarter. This course equips professionals with hands-on skills to automate tasks, create impactful content, and analyze data using AI platforms like Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Microsoft Copilot, Zapier, Google Gemini, and Power BI. Learners will master AI to streamline business operations, boost creative output, and solve real-world problems. The program applies AI ethically and efficiently, providing immediately transferable skills for various careers.

The City College of New York's Center for Professional Studies offers the AI for Business Productivity Certificate Program. This course equips professionals with hands-on skills to automate tasks, create impactful content, and analyze data using AI platforms like Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Microsoft Copilot, Zapier, Google Gemini, and Power BI. Through practical labs and a capstone project, learners will master streamlining business operations, boosting creative output, and solving real-world problems. The curriculum covers foundational AI concepts, prompt engineering, automated workflows, data analysis, and developing client-facing solutions.