4th Annual Tri-Valley AI Summit Examines the Rise of the Autonomous Economy Leading AI Founders, Industry Executives, and National Laboratory Researchers Discuss What's Real - and What's Next - for Autonomous. Jul 29, 2026 | FOR MEDIA INFORMATION, CONTACT: Yolanda Fintschenko, Executive Director i-GATE Innovation Hub & Startup Tri-Valley (925) 231-2333 [email protected] | Hazel Wetherford, Deputy City Manager City of Dublin, CA 925-833-6650 [email protected] | FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 4th Annual Tri-Valley AI Summit Examines the Rise of the Autonomous Economy Leading AI Founders, Industry Executives, and National Laboratory Researchers Discuss What's Real - and What's Next - for Autonomous AI July 29, 2026 Dublin, CA - Startup Tri-Valley will bring together entrepreneurs, technology executives, investors, researchers, and business leaders from across Northern California for the 4th Annual Tri-Valley AI Summit, AI and the Autonomous Economy: What's Real, What's Next, on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, from 4:30 - 7:30 pm at Patelco Credit Union's Corporate Headquarters in Dublin. The event is presented by Sandia National Laboratories and hosted by Patelco Credit Union. As artificial intelligence evolves from tools that assist people to increasingly autonomous systems capable of making decisions, executing tasks, and managing workflows, organizations are racing to understand what is possible today - and what may soon reshape the economy. The 2026 Tri-Valley AI Summit will explore the practical applications, opportunities, and challenges presented by autonomous AI across industries including enterprise technology, cybersecurity, operations, workforce development, robotics, and security. The event begins with networking and a wine tasting reception featuring wines from Las Positas Vineyards, coordinated through the Livermore Valley Winegrowers Association, highlighting another area of innovation and entrepreneurship that has helped make the Tri-Valley region nationally recognized. The evening continues with expert panel discussions and a networking reception. Invited participants include CIOs, technology leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, educators, and business leaders from the Tri-Valley, Silicon Valley, and the broader Bay Area. "The conversation around AI has shifted dramatically over the past year. Organizations are moving beyond experimentation and beginning to deploy AI systems that can act independently, manage workflows, and create measurable business value. This summit is designed to help leaders understand what is real today, where the technology is heading, and how to prepare for the opportunities ahead." - Yolanda Fintschenko, Executive Director, i-GATE Innovation Hub and Startup Tri-Valley Event details. | What | 4th Annual Tri-Valley AI Summit - AI and the Autonomous Economy: What's Real, What's Next | | When | Wednesday, August 12, 2026 | 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM | | Where | Patelco Credit Union Corporate Headquarters, 3 Park Place, Dublin, CA 94568 | | Register | Register for the Tri-Valley AI Summit | Featured speakers. The summit will feature leaders at the forefront of artificial intelligence innovation including: * Mayank Thakur, Founder & CEO, Neuron ERP Solutions * Chun Jiang, Chief of Staff to Growth, Miro * Bhaskaran "Bhaski" Devaraj, Founder & CEO, Humaniti Inc. * Anurag Gurtu, Co-Founder & CEO, Airrived * Amanda Dodd, Director, Computation and Analysis for National Security Center, Sandia National Laboratories * Sridhar Kalaga, Director, Enterprise AI Applications & Agents, Snowflake Together, these speakers bring expertise spanning enterprise software, AI product strategy, workplace intelligence, cybersecurity, agentic AI, and digital transformation. As Presenting Sponsor, Sandia National Laboratories continues its commitment to fostering innovation and strengthening the regional technology ecosystem through collaboration with industry, startups, and community partners. "Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how organizations solve complex problems, accelerate discovery, and strengthen economic competitiveness. The Tri-Valley AI Summit provides an important opportunity for researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to exchange ideas, explore emerging technologies, and better understand how autonomous AI will influence the future economy." - Amanda Dodd, Sandia National Laboratories As Host, Patelco Credit Union is welcoming leaders from across sectors to engage in meaningful discussions about the future of AI and its impact on businesses and communities. "Innovation happens when people with diverse perspectives come together to learn from one another. Patelco is proud to host the Tri-Valley AI Summit and support conversations that help our region's businesses, entrepreneurs, and institutions prepare for the next generation of technological change." - Kal Majmundar, Patelco Credit Union The summit reflects the Tri-Valley's unique position as one of the nation's leading innovation ecosystems, bringing together national laboratories, startups, technology companies, educational institutions, investors, and public-sector partners. Home to Sandia National Laboratories' California site, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, a growing startup community, and leading technology employers, the region continues to be a hub for emerging technologies with global impact. 'Startup Tri-Valley is honored to welcome the Tri-Valley AI Summit back to Dublin for its fourth year. Dublin is proud to support an event that reflects its city's commitment to innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional collaboration. By bringing together leaders who are turning emerging technologies into real-world solutions, the summit strengthens both Dublin and the Tri-Valley as a hub for AI advancement." - Mayor Sherry Hu, City of Dublin, California In addition to the contributions of Sandia National Laboratories and Patelco Credit Union, Startup Tri-Valley thanks the Livermore Valley Winegrowers Association and Del Valle Winery for helping showcase the region's renowned wine industry and hospitality. Their participation reflects the collaborative spirit that continues to make the Tri-Valley a destination for both innovation and quality of life. The event is organized by Startup Tri-Valley, an initiative of i-GATE Innovation Hub, in partnership with the cities of Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, the Town of Danville, and regional innovation stakeholders. Registration is now open to entrepreneurs, business leaders, researchers, investors, students, and community members interested in the future of artificial intelligence and the autonomous economy. To register, visit the Eventbrite registration page. About the Presenting Sponsor. Sandia National Laboratories. Sandia National Laboratories is a multimission laboratory operated by National Technology and Engineering Solutions of Sandia LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Honeywell International Inc., for the U.S. Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration. Sandia Labs has major research and development responsibilities in nuclear deterrence, global security, defense, energy technologies and economic competitiveness, with main facilities in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Livermore, California. Visit sandia.gov for more information. About the host. Patelco Credit Union. Patelco Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial institution serving more than 550,000 members nationwide with $9.5 billion in assets. It provides personalized banking solutions, expert guidance, and financial education that strengthen members' financial wellbeing. Patelco is based in Dublin, CA., and has been honored with numerous industry and consumer, business and finance awards, including Newsweek's America's Best Regional Credit Unions, Forbes' Best-In-State Credit Union and Bankrate's Top Credit Union for 2025. Visit patelco.org for more information. About the organizers. Startup Tri-Valley. Startup Tri-Valley is an initiative to grow and strengthen its region by helping more startups succeed. Startup Tri-Valley do this by connecting founders and innovators to a tightly networked ecosystem of resources built specifically for science-based startups. The initiative is sponsored by the Tri-Valley cities of Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton, the Town of Danville, and i-GATE Innovation Hub partners Lawrence Livermore and Sandia National Laboratories. To learn more, visit startuptrivalley.org. i-GATE Innovation Hub. i-GATE Innovation Hub is a non-profit organization focused on increasing economic prosperity through entrepreneurship in the Tri-Valley. i-GATE provides startup incubation resources through Daybreak Labs and connects the regional innovation ecosystem through the Startup Tri-Valley initiative. To learn more, visit igatehub.org. City of Dublin, California. From a population of approximately 14,350 in 1982, the City of Dublin has become a highly diverse city with a resident population of nearly 73,000, and a thriving community with over 2,100 businesses. www.dublin.ca.gov. A high-resolution image is available upon request.

Patelco Credit Union delivers $100,000 in groceries for Bay Area families through holiday partnership with Safeway. Grocery Gift Card Sweepstakes Supports Members and Communities DUBLIN, CA, UNITED STATES, March 13, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ - Patelco Credit Union, one of Northern California's largest and most community-focused credit unions, wrapped up 2025 by giving away $100,000 through a Safeway grocery gift cards sweepstakes during the holiday season to support members feeling the impact of rising food prices. Patelco gave away Safeway grocery e-gift cards valued at $500 each to almost 200 Patelco members - the gift cards can be used at any Safeway, Andronico's or Pak 'N Save location. "Rising costs have affected many of our members and the broader communities we serve, impacting their day-to-day finances," said Rina Johnson, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Patelco Credit Union. "Beyond supporting financial wellness, this sweepstakes is our way of giving back and spreading some holiday cheer while helping local families with their everyday needs." Patelco checking account members with a minimum balance of $100 were automatically entered, as well as new members who meet the criteria. Patelco promoted the sweepstakes to members and partnered with Safeway and iHeartMedia to spread the word. As a result, more than 2,000 new checking accounts were opened and Patelco surpassed its membership goal. Patelco is committed to helping members save. During the campaign, checking accountholders saved even more with CashBack+, Patelco's digital rewards program. Members earned 5% cash back on Safeway e-gift cards purchased through the Patelco Mobile App. "I've always felt so supported by Patelco when I was going through financial difficulties over the years," said Lakeisha Y, a Patelco member since 2017 and a winner of the gift card sweepstakes. "I have a 13-year-old son with a voracious appetite, so this gift card will be put to good use!" Patelco has long championed food security as a core pillar of its community engagement, regularly volunteering with and donating to seven local food banks across the San Francisco Bay Area and Sacramento region. At the Alameda County Fair, Patelco helped collect over 11,000 lbs. of food for the Alameda County Community Food Bank. Around the holidays, Patelco team members partnered with Second Harvest of Silicon Valley to pack more than 500 healthy snack bags for kids heading into the school year. "We're proud to partner with a community-driven organization like Patelco Credit Union. At Safeway, addressing food insecurity is a core commitment, and this partnership allowed us to give back in an impactful way," said Kristin Zierau, Marketing Director, Safeway Northern California Division. Membership at Patelco Credit Union is free, and it's easy to join. Visit one of its 36 branches in Northern California, including Virtual Branch(TM) video banking, where you can meet a representative instantly from the comfort of your home or go to patelco.org. Patelco Credit Union is Insured by NCUA About Patelco Credit Union Headquartered in Dublin, CA, Patelco Credit Union is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution serving more than 520,000 members nationwide, currently celebrating its 90th year. With $9.5 billion in assets, Patelco provides personalized banking solutions, expert guidance, and financial education to help members strengthen their financial wellbeing. Patelco has received numerous industry and consumer, business and finance awards, including Newsweek's America's Best Regional Credit Unions, Forbes' Best-In-State Credit Union, and Best Credit Union in Milpitas and Bankrate's Top Credit Union for 2025. Visit patelco.org for more information. About Safeway Safeway is one of the most well-recognized grocery retail brands with a long-standing reputation for quality and service, proudly serving Northern California since 1926. As the largest purchaser of locally grown produce in Northern California, the company operates over 285 stores across Northern California, Nevada, and Hawaii under four banners: Safeway, Andronico's, and Pak 'N Save. In 2024, Safeway along with the Safeway Foundation contributed more than $55 million in food and financial support to charitable organizations within the Northern California Division. Safeway Northern California is a division of Albertsons Companies. Brian Davis Patelco +1 925-913-0041 email us here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.