This episode of the Experience Milwaukee podcast is all about Summerfest TechAI 2025!
Of course Adam and I are joined by Lena DeLaet from Summerfest TechAI who enthusiastically reveals this year's expanded programming at the Potawatomi Casino Hotel.
We’re also joined by tech powerhouses Tim Dickson (Regal Rexnord) and Sri Kantamneni (Schreiber Foods) share how Wisconsin manufacturers are already delivering real AI value, while EJ Sesselmann from Salesforce brings national expertise to the local scene.
We even have a special guest appearance and announcement from Dolores Ocampo Brown from Carroll University—Wisconsin's first-ever university—who announces that Carroll University is not only sponsoring the Summerfest TechAI Experience Milwaukee podcast lounge but also launching the state's first....well, you'll have to listen to find out!
Even better, nearly ALL of Summerfest Tech AI is completely free—including industry tracks, networking happy hours (and "happy hour hugs"), AND access to Summerfest itself.
There are just two paid components: the golf outing that kicks off Monday morning and the specialized tech-ed certification courses offered in partnership with Milwaukee Tech Hub Coalition (with half-price discounts for Tech Hub members).
Experience Milwaukee is proudly presented by Summerfest, Crescent 9 THC Seltzers, and Habush Habush & Rottier.
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