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Founders & Funders Are Hitting The Road To Attend These 12 Events

We are officially halfway through 2026. I really have no idea how that is possible…

Even so, it is time to start thinking about work travel plans for the rest of the summer and into the fall. The Southeast tech ecosystem gives you a lot of reasons to hit the road over the next few months. These are 12 events to have on your calendar:h

Atlanta Tech Week: August 9 – 14 in Atlanta

Now an annual event, Atlanta Tech Week brings together founders, investors, operators and builders for a week of conversations, connections and community-driven events across the city.

RenderATL: August 12 – 13 in Atlanta

Part software conference, part cultural experience. RenderATL is one of those events that keeps the energy up all day and night.

Healthy Human Economy Innovation Summit: August 11 in Atlanta

The Southeast’s premier health innovation summit — where investors, founders, health system leaders, and payers converge to move the future of health from vision to value.

Fintech South: August 18 in Atlanta

This year Fintech South, the Technology Association of Georgia’s financial technology conference, is taking over Truist Park.

The Glaring Gap Summit: August 26 – 27 in Tampa

Want to be an investor? This is the place to be. The Summit is designed to close tech’s Glaring Gap — where traditional investment structures often exclude women, people of color, and otherwise underrepresented investors. The conference will convene 50 current and future women investors to lead, fund, and impact the future of Florida.

3686: September 8 – 10 in Nashville

Now in its 12th year, 3686 has grown to be one of the top conference destinations for Southeast-based startups.

Atlanta Fintech Week: September 28 – October 2 in Atlanta

A Fintech-centric event connecting talent, capital, infrastructure, and policy across Atlanta’s fintech hub.

Quantum in Business: October 1 in Chattanooga

Quantum leaders will be in Chattanooga to discuss the real-world impact of quantum in business.

Avant South: October 12 – 13 in Atlanta

Presented by the City of Atlanta in collaboration with local colleges and universities, Avant South explores the unique intersection of culture, innovation, and technology, highlighting the key role these elements play across industries.