About us
# Austin Physical AI Builders
Physical AI Builders, for Embodied AI, Robotics, Humanoid, Manufacturing
Welcome to Physical AI Builders, formerly known as the The Developer Network—one of the oldest developer groups. We're the go-to community for builders, innovators, and enthusiasts shaping the future of physical AI technologies, including robotics, embodied AI, hardware–software integration, and real-world AI applications.
Our community produces the Physical AI Newsletter, the Future 50 Physical AI Builders Program, and the F50 Physical AI Summit—held in Austin (Oct 15–16) and Silicon Valley (Oct 31)—to spotlight breakthrough entrepreneurs and foster global collaboration.
We’re now building the leading ecosystem for Physical AI. Whether you're a seasoned engineer developing intelligent robots, a startup founder exploring embodied AI opportunities, a researcher diving into AI for physical systems, or a newcomer eager to learn, this is your hub for collaboration and growth.
All are welcome—experienced developers, aspiring creators, and idea generators alike. Join us to connect, innovate, and build the next generation of physical intelligence!
F50 Physical AI Summit:[ http://physical.f50.ai](http://physical.f50.ai)
Future 50 Physical AI Builders: http://f50.ai/future
https://www.linkedin.com/company/physical-ai-builders/
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/1814061/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/physical-ai-builders/about/?viewAsMember=true
Upcoming events
9

Dallas Physical AI Form: Robots, AI Agents, Superhuman, and Manufacturing
UT Dallas, 800 W Campbell Rd, Richardson, TX, US### Ignite the Physical AI Revolution: Where Robots, AI Agents, and Superhuman Systems Come Alive! First Physical AI Forum – Dallas
Hosted by Texas Physical AI Builders (PAB)
Dallas is buzzing with innovation energy as North Texas rapidly positions itself as the next global powerhouse for Physical AI.
With nearly 100 RSVPs already locked in and 150–200 expected attendees, this intimate launch event is quickly becoming the hottest ticket in town.
Join us for the official kickoff of embodied AI in Texas — a high-voltage gathering at the iconic Davidson Auditorium inside the UT Dallas Naveen Jindal School of Management.
We’re rolling out the red carpet for advisory committee members, powerhouse partners, visionary founders, elite investors, and the boldest builders shaping the future with physical AI, autonomous robots, intelligent agents, cobots, humanoids, and superhuman manufacturing systems.
We’ve lined up an outstanding roster of great speakers — and multiple sessions will be professionally recorded! The full forum (including all keynotes, panels, and discussions) will be captured and released on the Physical AI and Physical AI Podcast YouTube channels. Every speaker, sponsor, and showcase participant gets immediate global exposure to tens of thousands of AI leaders, investors, and builders worldwide.### Confirmed Speakers
- David Cao – F50 | Physical AI Podcast & Newsletter
- Shekhar Gaurav – Associate Dean, UT Dallas School of Management
- Harnshi Jani – Physical AI Advisory Committee | Former Managing Director & Partner, BCG X
- Sanjay Kalluvilayil – Founder & Host, The AI Space Podcast
- Sheng Huang – Ex-Google, YouTuber
- Lance Manning – Cardiovascular Prevention
- Victor Perry – Founder & CEO, Longhorn International Motorsports
- Steve Deeb – Founder & CEO, Lone Star Ascent AI
- Angelo Alessio – Founder/CEO, Build Cities
- Alex Siskos , SVP Strategy, Everseen
- Skip Howard, Founder & President, Computer Visionaries AI
More speakers and surprise guests to be announced soon…
### Strategic Collaboration Partners
- Physical AI Builders (PAB)
- F50.ai
- Physical AI Advisory Committee
- AI Space Podcast
- Austin–San Antonio Entrepreneurs (ASAE)
- Texas Real Estate Network
### Agenda
- 3:30 PM – Doors Open + Opening & Welcome
- 3:40 PM – Physical AI Podcast: The Rise of AI with UT Dallas’s AI Initiatives
- Featuring: Shekhar Gaurav Moderator: David Cao
- 4:10 PM – Building in AI (presented by The AI Space Podcast) Moderator: Sanjay Kalluvilayil Panelists: Victor Perry, Steve Deeb,Alex Siskos, Skip Howard
- Panel Discussion
- Moderator: David Cao Panelists: Harnish Jani, Sheng Huang Lance Manning, Angelo Alessio
### Call for Speakers, Showcase Participants & Robot/Agent Innovators
Why present or showcase? • Pitch directly to top-tier investors and executives funding North America’s manufacturing renaissance • Live-demo your robots/agents and spark immediate pilots, funding, and partnerships • Position your company at the forefront of the Physical AI wave sweeping Texas and beyond
👉 Secure your spot now (Speakers & Showcase): https://forms.gle/fEBekibRxoV9V7KD7### Sponsorship Opportunities – Limited & High-Impact
Sponsor the First Physical AI Forum and lock in prime visibility: • Brand elevation in front of Physical AI’s top builders, investors & buyers • Direct access to robot/agent innovators and manufacturing leaders • Logo placement, speaking slots, demo zones, VIP networking • Exposure across F50 channels leading into the June Summit
Spots are filling fast — secure your edge today! Contact: i@sve.io | Subject: “Texas Physical AI Forum Sponsorship Inquiry”***
The future is physical. It’s intelligent. And it’s happening right here in Dallas.
📍 Davidson Auditorium, UT Dallas Naveen Jindal School of Management 🌐 physical.f50.ai | Full Summit details: physical.f50.ai/dallas### Meet Our Speakers (Detailed Bios)
Sanjay Kalluvilayil Founder & CEO, Stonehaas Advisors | Creator & Host, The AI Space Podcast
Personal Bio A founder, strategist, creator, and speaker passionate about helping AI businesses accelerate revenue growth, optimize operations, and maximize value. As CEO of Stonehaas Advisors, Sanjay serves as a trusted advisor and fractional CXO for AI companies, crafting go-to-market playbooks that empower founders to scale successfully with AI.
Company Bio Stonehaas Advisors provides high-touch advisory and fractional executive services to AI founders and businesses facing cash-flow challenges. The firm drives customer loyalty, revenue growth, operational excellence, and profitability — maximizing valuations for successful capital raises and strategic exits.
Podcast Bio The AI Space Podcast cuts through the noise with in-depth conversations featuring AI founders, technologists, and innovators who are actually building with AI. It translates complex topics into practical, actionable insights to help organizations grow and scale responsibly for the benefit of society.
Victor Perry Founder & CEO, Longhorn International Motorsports
Personal Bio A visionary entrepreneur recognized for blending motorsports, media, and next-generation technology into unified ecosystems. A proud U.S. Army Veteran, Victor brings disciplined leadership, strategic thinking, and a mission-driven mindset to every venture. His focus is advancing next-gen technology across racing, training, simulation, digital media, and experiential development.
Company Bio Longhorn International Motorsports Corporation is pioneering next-generation technology in motorsports by integrating innovation across racing, training, simulation, digital media, and experiential platforms — creating a powerful multi-disciplinary ecosystem that connects performance, education, entertainment, and technological advancement.
Steve Deeb Founder & CEO, Lone Star Ascent AI
Personal Bio With 25+ years of leadership in high-tech and patented expertise in multimodal conversational AI, Steve brings deep knowledge in artificial intelligence and natural language understanding. He is the thought leader behind emotion-rich, immersive customer experiences.
Company Bio Lone Star Ascent AI empowers brands to turn customer interactions into immersive, multimodal experiences — where AI-driven conversation becomes the product itself, driving loyalty, lifetime value, and scalable differentiation.
Spots are filling fast — secure your edge today!
Contact: i@sve.io
Texas 🌐 physical.f50.ai | Full Summit details: physical.f50.ai/dallas
📍 UT Dallas School of Management, Texas 🌐 physical.f50.ai | Full Summit details: physical.f50.ai/dallas24 attendees
Physical AI: Robots, Agents, Superhuman, and Manufacturing
Texas Tribune, 919 Congress Ave., Sixth Floor, Austin, TX, USIn Strategic Collaboration With
- Physical AI Builders (PAB)
- F50.ai
- Austin–San Antonio Entrepreneurs (ASAE)
- Austin Robotic and AI Community
- Physical AI Podcast
- Texas Real Estate Network
As the high-visibility capstone to our spring 2026 Physical AI series — following the Inaugural Physical AI Meetup in Austin (Feb 19) and the Dallas Physical AI Forum (March 5) — the Physical AI Showcase delivers an elevated, must-attend platform amid the global spotlight
This premier afternoon event unites leading minds from embodied AI, robotics, autonomous systems, and industrial transformation with the world's top creatives, technologists, investors, executives, and innovators converging on Austin during SXSW's renowned Innovation Conference (featuring dedicated Tech & AI programming).
Positioned as a strategic intersection of deep tech and global influence, the Showcase amplifies Physical AI's real-world momentum — spotlighting deployments that bridge digital intelligence with physical infrastructure, manufacturing, supply chains, and critical systems — to an international audience hungry for the next frontier beyond generative AI.
Event Format & Highlights- Visionary Keynotes & Featured Presentations — Insights from pioneers on global Physical AI strategies, embodied intelligence scaling, and the convergence of AI with physical industries.
- Expanded Showcase Track — Extended lightning pitches (5–7 min + Q&A), live demos, and interactive exhibits featuring cutting-edge robotics, humanoid systems, AI agents in physical environments, and edge intelligence solutions.
- High-Impact Panels & Fireside Chats — Discussions on JV/M&A in Physical AI, investment trends in robotics & autonomous systems, AI security for critical infrastructure, smart factories, autonomous supply chains, and the societal/economic implications of superhuman physical AI.
- Real-World Case Studies — Deployments from factory floors, industrial sites, data centers, PropTech projects, and cross-border logistics powered by embodied AI.
- Premium Networking — Dedicated collaboration zones, VIP receptions, and targeted matchmaking to forge partnerships with manufacturers, investors, ecosystem leaders, SXSW attendees, and global decision-makers.
Call for Speakers, Panelists & Showcase Participants We are curating an elite lineup for this flagship SXSW-adjacent event. Ideal participants include:
Speakers & Panelists (10–25 minute formats) Dynamic experts, founders, C-level executives, researchers, and practitioners addressing:- Industrial robotics, humanoids, cobots, and embodied AI deployments at scale
- Digital twins, simulation platforms, and edge AI for real-time physical control
- AI-native security for critical infrastructure and autonomous systems
- Smart factories, autonomous supply chains, and next-generation manufacturing transformation
- Supply chain innovations supporting robot/hardware ecosystems
- Investment, M&A/JV strategies, and global scaling of Physical AI ventures
- Strategic initiatives shaping the future of embodied intelligence worldwide
Startup & Innovator Showcase Founders and teams building breakthrough solutions — secure a prime demo/pitch slot to present to investors, corporates, and ecosystem leaders:
- Advanced industrial robotics and humanoid platforms
- Digital twins & high-fidelity simulation for physical AI
- Edge AI and real-time control systems
- AI-enhanced security & critical infrastructure protection
- Autonomous supply chains, smart logistics, and factory automation
Application Process Submit your proposal (speaker abstract, bio, or startup pitch deck + impact overview) via the dedicated form. 👉 Apply here: https://forms.gle/fEBekibRxoV9V7KD7 (or reply to community outreach for SXSW-specific consideration)
Deadline: Rolling acceptances — priority submissions by February 10, 2026 for prominent placement. Selected participants receive complimentary access, featured promotion across Physical AI Builders & F50 channels, and elevated exposure during SXSW week.
This is more than a showcase — it's a strategic launchpad amplifying Physical AI's narrative on the global stage, connecting Texas innovation with SXSW's international audience, and accelerating adoption across industries.
Build Toward the Flagship: These spring events culminate in the F50 Dallas Physical AI Summit on June 9, 2026 at UT Dallas — the definitive gathering for 500+ attendees and 200+ key decision-makers driving North America's Physical AI, robotics, infrastructure, manufacturing, data centers, and PropTech renaissance.
Join us March 13 in Austin for inspiration, high-stakes connections, and the thrill of shaping the physical future of AI amid SXSW's creative energy.
We look forward to featuring your expertise and innovations.
For inquiries, sponsorships, or collaborations: Contact the Physical AI Builders team.
The physical future is unfolding — be part of the showcase that defines it. 🚀🤖18 attendees
Real Estate Forum - AI, PropTech, ConTech Showcase
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX, Austin, Te, USElevate Your Real Estate Game at the Texas Real Estate Showcase @ SXSW
Unleash Your Network in the Heart of Innovation:
Join 200 RSVPed guests, a dynamic assembly of real estate moguls, innovators, and thought leaders from across Texas, spanning from the Austin - San Antonio Corridor to Dallas and Houston. Whether you're an investor, broker, or tech entrepreneur in PropTech or ConTech, this event is your gateway to the future of real estate.Showcase hosted by:
- Texas Real Estate Network
- F50 Nexus
- Austin Entreprenerus
- Long 100
Agenda
- Host and Sponsor Welcome
- Feature Presentations
- PropTech Showcase
- Real Estate Showcase
- Panel Discussions
- Closing Remark
- Food & Receptions
Why Attend?
- Network with Industry Titans: Rub shoulders with top realtors, brokers, investors, title companies, and lenders. Forge connections that could shape your investment strategy or business growth.
- Discover Cutting-Edge Innovations: Engage with pioneers in #ConTech, #Construction, #PropTech, and #RealEstateTech. Learn how the latest tech can revolutionize your operations, from construction to property management.
- Pitch Your Vision: With our unique elevator pitching rounds, share your business ideas or investment opportunities in front of an audience ready to listen and invest.
Event Highlights:
- Featured Speakers from Industrial Leaders, Innovators, Investors: Hear from those who are shaping the industry's future.
- Interactive Roundtables: Kick off with an introduction round where you can discuss trends, challenges, and opportunities in the real estate market.
- Showcase Sessions: Two rounds of pitches where you can present your project or idea to potential partners or investors.
Special Guests & Features:
- Be featured as our guest speaker or panelist, sharing your insights or success stories with eager attendees.
- Co-Hosted by: Texas Real Estate Network, F50 Nexus, and Austin San Antonio Entreprenerus, ensuring a blend of local expertise and innovation.
Sponsorship Opportunities:
- Sponsor this vibrant event! From enhancing the event experience to special features, your brand can lead the way in fostering real estate innovation.
More Details are coming soon! Stay tuned for updates on this exciting event at SXSW, where real estate meets innovation.
5 attendees
Past events
359

