Avant South
Presented by the City of Atlanta in collaboration with local colleges and universities, Avant South explores the unique intersection of culture, innovation, and technology, highlighting the key role these elements play across industries.
This year’s theme is AI in Action. From logistics to fintech, healthcare to media, AI is reshaping the industries Atlanta knows best, and we’re building with it every day. Insights and strategies developed at Avant South will directly inform a plan outlining a clear path to position Atlanta as a national center of excellence for real-world AI.
Discover the Future of AI in Atlanta
Avant South 2026
Oct. 12 - 13
Atlanta, GA
Avant South is back, bringing together the builders, thinkers, and leaders shaping the future of technology and innovation in the South.
As Atlanta’s premier tech and innovation event, Avant South continues to advance the city’s position as a leading hub for innovation, convening founders, executives, investors, policymakers, researchers, and students for two days of big ideas, sharp insights, and meaningful connections.
This year, we’re diving into our theme: AI in Action.
From logistics and fintech to healthcare and media, we’ll explore how AI is actively transforming the industries that define Atlanta’s growth, and how leaders across sectors are putting AI to work in real, practical ways.
Join us for a forward-looking conversation on what’s next and what’s already happening in Atlanta.