Boston Gen AI Meetup July 2026: The Harness for AI Agents
Details
Join us on Thursday, July 23, 2026 for an evening exploring one of the most important frontiers in AI: how organizations can build, evaluate, deploy, and scale AI agents that create real business value.
From autonomous workflows and orchestration frameworks to governance, observability, security, and enterprise deployment, we’ll examine what separates successful AI agent implementations from impressive demos.
Whether you’re building agents today or trying to understand where the technology is heading, this event brings together one of the world’s largest in-person AI communities to learn, share ideas, and make meaningful connections.
What We’ll Explore
The Harness for AI Agents is about the infrastructure that makes AI agents useful in the real world—not just the models themselves.
Topics may include:
- Agent orchestration and multi-agent systems
- Memory, tools, and MCP integration
- Enterprise governance, security, and compliance
- Evaluation, monitoring, and observability
- Human-in-the-loop workflows
- Scaling agents from prototype to production
- Building reliable AI systems businesses can trus
Featured Tech Talk & Panel Discussion
Hear from leading AI practitioners, founders, researchers, and enterprise leaders as they discuss where AI agents are today, and where they’re headed next.
Expert Panelists:
- Alden Do Rosario. Founder and CEO. CustomGPT.AI Founder. Visionary. Scaler. Engineer. Operator.
- Carol Meyers. Independent Board Director. Leader. Investor. Marketer. Coach. Expert Advisor.
Tech Talk (after the Panel):
- Jesse Waites, Founder and Principal. CableKnit.AI Full Stack Engineer. Creative. Expert.
What to Expect
Welcome & Community Update
A look at what’s happening across Boston’s AI ecosystem and upcoming Boston Generative AI Meetup and Boston AI Week events.
Expert Panel Discussion
A lively conversation exploring the latest developments in AI agents, practical implementation strategies, and lessons learned from real-world deployments.
Audience Q&A
Bring your toughest questions for an interactive discussion with the panel.
Networking Reception
Enjoy catered food and beverages while connecting with entrepreneurs, engineers, researchers, investors, students, and business leaders from across New England’s AI community.
Who Should Attend
This event is designed for:
- AI engineers and developers
- Software architects
- Product managers
- Data scientists
- Technology leaders
- Founders and entrepreneurs
- Researchers and academics
- Investors
- Students
- Business professionals exploring AI adoption
- Anyone interested in the future of AI agents
Whether you’re just beginning your AI journey or deploying production systems at scale, you’ll find valuable insights and meaningful connections.
Location
Microsoft New England Research & Development Center (The NERD)
1 Memorial Drive
Cambridge, MA
Special thanks to our community partners, Microsoft and Squark AI for hosting.
RSVP & Admission
Admission is $22, which helps cover catered food, beverages, and event expenses.
Space is limited and these events regularly sell out.
Reserve your spot today by clicking RSVP and join one of the world’s largest and most active in-person AI communities.
