Participants will be scattered across multiple rooms consisting of inspiring panels,  creative exhibitions, educational labs, provocative debates and more intimate programming with a goal of providing you a better understanding of the possibilities, utilizations, and concerns with Artificial Intelligence. 

Doors open at noon with programming  occurring 1:00 pm – 8:00 pm CST. 

Programing is subject to change and more information will be added later.

Calvin Evans is one of Chicago’s top young comedians and he’s always on the cusp of technology, trends, and the future of society. As part of the experimental programming during the Wondertonk AI festival this May, Calvin and other talented comedians will be conducting a live AI Comedy show entitled Artificial Ignorant on May 18th. Artificial Ignorant is a live comedy show at Wondertonk where the comedians will use Artificial Intelligence to generate jokes on site, and then the comedians will joke the generated jokes.

As technology continues to advance at an unprecedented pace, the industry landscapes has not remained untouched. The intersection of artificial intelligence into industries has given rise to both unprecedented opportunities and daunting challenges involving privacy, concerns, scams, deep fakes, and more. Join us for an insightful and thought-provoking panel discussion where experts from various fields will converge to shed light on the dark side and critical issues within their industries as it relates to AI.

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) is a transformative force that has the potential to reshape how organizations operate, innovate, and engage with their customers. Whether you’re a business leader, an operations manager, a researcher, or a customer support professional, this panel will provide valuable insights and practical strategies for strategically integrating AI into your workplace to drive growth, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Let’s drive into the intersection of the New Job landscape and the burgeoning Creator Economy, both of which are undergoing transformative shifts due to the influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Our distinguished panelists will explore how AI is reshaping job markets, empowering creators, and disrupting traditional employment paradigms. Gain valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges presented by AI in these realms, and learn about the strategies individuals and businesses can employ to thrive amidst this evolving landscape. Don’t miss this timely exploration of the dynamic relationship between AI, the New Job sector, and the Creator Economy.

Artists, designers, creators, and creatives will be showcasing their art in various forms. Some of their art is inspired, generated, integrated or impacted by Artificial Intelligence.