In-Person Event

Build, Break and Automate

Learn about building with AI tools

Date
May 14, 2026
Time
04:30 pm - 07:00 pm
Address
Register for Venue, Washington, DC
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Founder Institute and AI Collective is hosting a wonderful workshop to build automation tools. Come with your laptop to build and break and learn! This event is all about bringing builders and curious minds together for a hands-on night of automation with Make.com. ​Build real workflows, explore what's possible, and learn how automation + AI are reshaping the way we work through live demos, guided building, and practical conversations.

REGISTER @ https://luma.com/make-dc-05-12

Whether you’re a founder, operator, freelancer, or just love optimizing systems, this night is about experimenting, connecting, and building things that run on their own.

​About Make.com

​Make is one of the world’s leading visual automation platforms, used by 350,000+ teams to connect apps, streamline workflows, and integrate AI into everyday processes. From no-code automations to advanced orchestration, Make helps you move faster and build smarter systems.

​Agenda

​5:45 PM: Doors open + Networking
6:00 PM: Welcome
6:15 PM: Intro to Make.com + Live Demo
6:45 PM: Hands-on Workshop
7:30 PM: Show & Tell
8:00 PM: Close + Social mingling

​Bring your laptop. All experience levels welcome. Spots are limited. RSVP to secure yours!




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Speakers

Guc

Guc Ozenci

Program Director @ FI Washington DC

Catherine

Catherine Mc Millan

Founding Director @ AI Collective

Platinum Partners

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