Hardin-Simmons University: AI Tech & Innovation Summit
Date and Time
Wednesday Sep 2, 2026
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM CDT
Wed, September 2
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Location
Houston Lantrip Center
2241 Pine Street
Abilene, TX 79601
Fees/Admission
Attend Virtually Here!
In-Person Registration is Closed
Description
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
8:00 a.m. – 8:20 a.m. | Welcome
HSU President Eric Bruntmyer, The Future is Now: Why This Matters for Abilene
8:30 a.m. – 9:20 a.m. | Panel 1
Building the Backbone: AI Infrastructure
9:30 a.m. – 10:20 a.m. | Panel 2
Powering the Future: Grid, Gas, & Renewable Strategy
10:40 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. | Panel 3
Building the Backbone: Fossil Energy & Minerals Supply
12:30 p.m. – 1:20 p.m. | Panel 4
The Science of What’s Next: AI, Materials & Digital Tools
1:30 p.m. – 2:20 p.m. | Panel 5
Governing and Safety: Politics, Taxes, Infrastructure, & Housing
The Human Equation: Policy, Demographics & Community Thriving
