The Korea Playbook for Austin Physical AI Founders

A unique Fridgeside discussion and performance from Austin composer Graham Reynolds. I had the opportunity to see Graham perform twice over the last few months in intimate settings, and was blown away by his creative process and incredible skill. We'll have a short discussion on the business of composing music, and then Graham will share his creative process with us through a live performance. Called “the quintessential modern composer” by the London Independent, Austin-based composer-bandleader-improviser Graham Reynolds records and performs music for film, theater, dance, rock clubs, and concert halls. He recently scored Richard Linklater’s Blue Moon (Sony) with Ethan Hawke and Margaret Qualley, Hit Man (Netflix), Happy Jail (Netflix), Stop Hitting Yourself (Lincoln Center Theater), Out of Her Mind (BBC), Grimm Tales (Ballet Austin), and a multi-year commission from Ballroom Marfa, The Marfa Triptych, culminating in his Creative Capital Award winning project Pancho Villa from a Safe Distance. Amidst his many other projects, Graham also serves as the Artistic Director of the new music-focused non-profit Golden Hornet. In 2020, Graham signed with London-based record label Fire Records and released his original score for Alfred Hitchcock’s silent classic, The Lodger. His newest work with them, The Portcullis (2026), is a dark ambient and dungeon synth-inspired album with thematic ties to his family's United Kingdom history. Happy hour from 5-5:45, Discussion and musical performance 5:45-6:45, and more happy hour after!

We're excited to bring the Chief of Staff Network (COSN) community back together in Austin for another evening of learning, networking, and practical AI demonstrations. Following several fantastic gatherings this year, we're continuing to build one of the most engaged Chief of Staff communities in the country by creating opportunities for operators to learn directly from one another. A special thank you to Kelley Henry for hosting and continuing to grow the Austin Chief of Staff community. Date & Time: Wednesday, September 9, 2026 · 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM CT Location: Antone's, Capital Factory This meetup will take a slightly different format, centered around one question: How are Chiefs of Staff actually using AI in their day-to-day work? Rather than listening to a keynote or panel, attendees will learn directly from one another through a series of short, practical demos. Volunteers from the community will each have around five minutes to showcase an AI workflow, prompt, tool, or process that's genuinely helping them become a more effective operator. Expect real examples, practical takeaways, and plenty of opportunities to ask questions and share ideas. When you register, you'll have the opportunity to volunteer to give a short demo if there's something you've built or discovered that others would benefit from seeing. What to expect Lightning AI demos from fellow Chiefs of Staff Practical workflows, prompts, and tools you can apply immediately Interactive discussion and Q&A Meaningful conversations with fellow Chiefs of Staff and operators Drinks, networking, and new connections Who is this event for? This meetup is for operators currently serving as Chiefs of Staff, Founders' Associates, or in similar BizOps, strategy, or operations roles. Please include your current job title and company so we can verify your role and approve your registration. If you'd like to volunteer to present a short AI demo, let us know when you register. We'd love to showcase practical example

Austin's premier connection engine. Make the most from networking by participating in our structured conversations. In 1 hour you can meet up to 10 new people; we smoothly pair you into 10, quality, 1-1 conversations. Filtered by complimentary interests. Imagine if someone told you who to talk to based on your interests, and that other person was also told to talk to you. Meet up, the timer starts, share contacts, and then go to the next person. Networking with purpose. Who’s Invited: Anyone in tech or the startup ecosystem! Whether you're an entrepreneur, founder, developer, designer, creative, investor, or simply navigating (or embracing) the chaotic energy of the scene, this event is for you. Sip on delicious, tasty tequila provided by Tequila 512! We're making networking simpler, easier, and fun! ✨And its only happening here in Austin. Where: 1ST FLOOR (Voltron Room)- the big event space with glass walls-you cant miss it when you enter. Thank you to STATION Austin - the center of gravity for entrepreneurs in Texas. Day and night, in-person and online, we gather the best founders, programmers, and designers outside of Silicon Valley and introduce them to investors, employees, and customers who help their ideas launch. STATION Austin is powered by Capital Factory, whose investments and leadership have helped power the Texas startup ecosystem for more than a decade. To sign up for a STATION Austin membership, click here

## ​The Physical AI Revolution Takes Flight — On Air, Land, Sea, and Space Hosted by: Texas Physical AI Builders & Austin-San Antonio Entrepreneurs 🕒 Time: 4:00 PM CDT onwards ## 🚁 About the Event Are you building the future where artificial intelligence meets the physical world? Or are you an entrepreneur, engineer, or investor looking to scale, network, and pitch your next big idea? Join Texas Physical AI Builders and the Austin-San Antonio Entrepreneurs community for a high-impact happy hour and technical meetup focused on unmanned systems and physical autonomy. This isn't just another casual happy hour—it’s a targeted gathering of the sharpest minds in robotics, hardware, edge AI, and deep tech across the Texas Innovation Corridor. We are bringing together key players in: 🛸 UAVs & Drones (Aerial autonomy & airspace management) 🚤 USVs (Unmanned Surface Vessels for maritime logistics & defense) 🌊 UUVs (Unmanned Underwater Vehicles & ocean tech) 📦 Autonomous Supply Chains & Logistics Bring your best ideas, grab a drink, and get ready to connect with founders, operators, and cross-border capital! ## ⚡ Event Highlights 🍻 Happy Hour & Networking: Connect with fellow founders, engineers, and creators building in the Physical AI space. 🎙️ Elevator Pitching : Got a startup, project, or demo you're working on? Take the mic! Share your 60-second pitch with the room and potential investors. ## ⏰ Agenda 4:00 PM: Doors Open & Icebreaker Networking 4:45 PM: Special Guest Introduction 5:15 PM: Elevator Pitching Session Open Networking, Drinks & Collaboration