July - September 2026

Summer in Tech

Minneapolis · St Paul, MN

AI Builder Workshop

Technaissance

One-Day Hackathon

Summer Brunch

AI Builder Workshop ⁘ Technaissance ⁘ One-Day Hackathon ⁘ Summer Brunch ⁘

Hosted by Hack the Gap, Summer in Tech is a multi-day experience designed to connect professionals, entrepreneurs, creatives, and curious learners through conversations, workshops, networking, and hands-on exploration of emerging technology.

From automation and digital tools to workforce trends, innovation, and creative technology, Summer in Tech creates space for people across industries and experience levels to learn, connect, and grow together.

And, we’ll wrap it all up with a fun Saturday Summer Brunch!

PROGRAM

Events Overview

Wednesday | July 8

Builder Workshops with Minnesota Women in AI

Join Minnesota Women in AI for an interactive Builder Workshop designed to help you explore what’s possible with AI tools and workflows. The session will begin with a presentation on emerging AI opportunities, followed by hands-on breakout sessions where participants can either learn to build with Lovable or explore how to create and manage AI agents.

Coming Soon | Summer 2026

Technaissance: Tech Guide for Mission-Driven Organizations

Tech for Mission-Driven Organizations is a practical learning day for nonprofits, foundations, and community-focused organizations looking to strengthen their digital operations. Sessions will cover topics such as AI governance, cybersecurity, operations automation, and digital marketing systems, with a focus on helping organizations use technology more effectively, safely, and strategically.

Coming Soon | Summer 2026

One-Day Hackathon

Hack. Build. Create. One day only. Are you up for the challenge?

More details coming soon.

Coming Soon | Summer 2026

Summer Tech Brunch

A community-centered brunch experience featuring creatives, founders, and innovators using technology in bold, unexpected, and culture-shaping ways.

Whether you’re a non profit leader, a seasoned professional, a founder building something new, a student exploring opportunities, or someone simply curious about the future…

Summer in Tech is designed to help you discover what’s next — and how to be part of it.

JOIN THE COMMUNITY

Contact us to get involved

  • Become a community partner

  • Submit a workshop or talk

  • Sponsor the event