​As the city prepares to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Atlanta will become a focal point for international investment, corporate engagement, cultural exchange, and economic activity. For the Atlanta Black Tech community, this moment presents both risk and possibility. Without coordination and preparation, opportunity will bypass the community. With intention, alignment, and skill-building, it can become a catalyst for revenue generation, increased visibility, and durable global relationships.

​Guided by the theme “We Have Friends Everywhere,” the 2026 summit serves as a strategic gathering to help the community move from vulnerability to leverage. The summit centers on two urgent priorities:

• ​AI Upskilling and Education: equipping Black technologists, founders, operators, community leaders, and students with the knowledge and tools needed to remain competitive, build resilient businesses, and lead in an AI-driven economy.

• ​World Cup Readiness and Opportunity: translating global attention into tangible outcomes for Black-owned tech companies, creatives, and professionals through contracts, partnerships, and long-term relationships.