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SUMMARY:Bean Path AI Month
DESCRIPTION:AI Month 2026: A Month of Innovation\, Built for Everyone \nJoin the Bean Path in June for a citywide experience designed to help Metro Jackson explore how artificial intelligence is shaping everyday life\, careers\, and businesses. \nFrom networking with industry leaders to hands-on learning experiences\, AI Month is your chance to engage\, learn\, and grow in today’s digital world. \nWhat to Expect:\nAI Month Luncheon (June 3) – Connect with leaders and explore AI’s impact\nSouthern Spark + AI Afterhours (June 11–12) – Innovation\, insights\, and networking\nOATS Scavenger Hunt (June 17) – AI made accessible for older adults\nYouth Events (June 22–23) – Fun\, engaging AI conversations for kids & teens\nAI Digital Storytelling Camp (June 24–26) – Creativity meets technology \nRegister for Events
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/bean-path-ai-month/
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SUMMARY:Southern Spark 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join educators\, technologists\, community leaders\, and innovators from across Mississippi and the South for three days of learning\, connection\, and practical exploration of AI in education\, workforce development\, business\, and public service. \nIncludes: \n\nFull access to all keynotes\, panels\, workshops\, and breakout sessions\nAdmission to the evening reception at the Bean Barn\nConference materials and post-event resources\nLunch and refreshments during the conference\n\nWho this is for:\nAnyone attending Southern Spark to learn\, connect\, and bring ideas back to their organization or community. \nRegister Here: https://www.mississippiai.org/registration26
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/southern-spark-2026/
LOCATION:Jackson State University Student Center\, 1328 John R. Lynch Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39203\, United States
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SUMMARY:Oxford Lafayette Incorporated Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the OLinc Pitch Competition in Oxford for a high-energy event where founders pitch their businesses\, compete for cash prizes\, and connect with Mississippi’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. This event is part of Mississippi’s statewide pitch network\, powered by Innovate Mississippi and the Mississippi Small Business Development Center Network\, bringing together entrepreneurs from across the state. \nThe competition features two pitch tracks—Scalable Business and Traditional Business—and is one of eight regional pitch events held statewide\, with over $200\,000 in total prize money available across all eight events. Participants gain access to experienced mentors\, receive valuable feedback from judges\, and ventures with high-growth potential may be invited to join Innovate Mississippi’s CoBuilders Accelerator\, beginning August 2026. \nApply here – https://airtable.com/appEXKLwQ5oSAorxH/paguujTrAxob42H6z/form \nThis project is being supported\, in whole or in part\, by federal award number SSBCI-21034-0003 awarded to Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
URL:https://www.innovate.ms/event/oxford-lafayette-incorporated-pitch-competition/
LOCATION:Oxford Conference Center\, 102 Ed Perry Blvd\, Oxford\, MS\, 38655\, United States
CATEGORIES:Oxford,Pitch Competition
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