FountainHead Rhode Island Launches Phase 2 AI & Data Infrastructure Summit
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PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- FountainHead Rhode Island has launched the second phase of the AI & Data Infrastructure Summit, positioning Rhode Island as a hub for artificial intelligence, robotics, and data infrastructure investment. The event, which will take place at the Rhode Island Convention Center, aims to bring together national technology leaders, investors, and policymakers to explore the future of these technologies and their impact on economic growth, workforce development, and innovation in Rhode Island and the New England region.
The summit is part of FountainHead Rhode Island's ongoing efforts to build an ecosystem that attracts, retains, and grows companies in the AI and data infrastructure space.
The event will feature keynote addresses, targeted sector breakouts, and direct networking between Rhode Island site selectors and executives actively exploring expansion or relocation. A pre-summit breakfast on October 23 will convene a select group of corporate partners, robotics and AI firms, and state economic development leaders ahead of the full program.
Key themes of the summit include artificial intelligence and machine learning infrastructure, robotics and advanced manufacturing, data center development and digital infrastructure investment, workforce and talent pipeline for the AI economy, and Rhode Island as a strategic location for technology sector growth.
FountainHead Rhode Island, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, has a community that includes more than 2,500 business and community leaders across Rhode Island and beyond. The organization aims to connect leaders, share ideas, and strengthen communities through education, collaboration, and meaningful relationships.
The summit is timed to coincide with the Newport Investor Forum, creating a regional corridor of activity that amplifies Rhode Island's visibility with the national investment community during a critical deal-making period. For sponsorship, speaking, or to register, interested parties can visit the summit website at https://summit.fountainheadri.org/.