AI Valley Build Weekend
Build AI ideas into a validated business MVP through a structured 54-hour weekend!
An intensive 54-hour program that transforms AI ideas into validated business concepts through structured discovery and rapid prototyping. Unlike traditional hackathons, we follow the proven 75/25 Discovery-Build Framework that prioritizes problem validation before solution development.
The 54-Hour Journey
Friday Evening: Problem Deep Dive
"Understanding Real Pain Points"
- Keynote: AI market opportunities and emerging trends (30 min)
- Expert Lightning Talks: Domain experts share industry problems (90 min)
- Problem Pitch Session: Participants pitch problem statements (60 min)
- Team Formation: Skills-based team matching around validated problems (60 min)
Outcome: Teams formed around specific, well-defined problems with diverse skill sets
Saturday: Discovery & Validation
"Building the Right Thing"
01
Morning: Customer Discovery
- Workshop: Customer interview frameworks and validation methodologies
- Field Work: Teams conduct 10+ customer interviews (in-person, virtual, surveys)
- Data Analysis: Pattern recognition and insight synthesis
02
Afternoon: Market & Solution Validation
- Competitive Analysis: Understanding the Competitive Landscape
- Solution Design: Creating minimal viable solutions based on validated insights
- Business Model Canvas: Defining value propositions and revenue streams
03
Evening: Mentor Speed Dating
- 1-on-1 Sessions: 15-minute focused feedback sessions with industry experts
- Pivot Decisions: Teams refine or pivot based on validation learnings
Outcome: Validated problem-solution fit with a clear go-to-market strategy
Sunday: Build & Present
"Bringing Ideas to Life"
01
Morning: Rapid MVP Development
- No-code/Low-code Tools: Figma, Bubble, Webflow, OpenAI API integrations
- AI Model Integration: Pre-trained models, APIs, and custom implementations
- Technical Mentorship: 1-on-1 support from AI engineers and product experts
02
Afternoon: Concept Refinement
- Pitch Preparation: Storytelling workshops and presentation coaching
- Demo Perfection: Technical rehearsals and user experience testing
- Feedback Integration: Final adjustments based on mentor inputs
03
Evening: Final Presentations & Awards
- Pitch sessions per team
- Judge Panel: VCs, successful founders, and AI industry leaders
- Awards: Best Problem Discovery, Most Innovative Solution, Best AI Implementation
Outcome: Working prototypes with validated business models ready for next-stage development
What Makes Us Different
vs Traditional Hackathons
âś… Problem-first approach - 75% validation before building
âś… Business model focus - Not just technical solutions
âś… Structured methodology - Proven frameworks, not just brainstorming
âś… Expert guidance - Domain specialists and successful founders
vs Other Incubators
âś… Immediate access - No lengthy application processes or waiting periods
âś… Intensive format - 54 hours of focused execution vs months of meetings
âś… No equity taken - Pure community-driven learning experience
âś… Validation-first - Problem discovery before solution development
âś… Network effects - Connect with potential co-founders in real-time
Suitable for
AI/ML Engineers
Technical implementation expertise
Product Managers
User experience and market strategy
Domain Experts
Industry knowledge and problem understanding
Founders/Entrepreneurs
Business development and execution focus
Resources & Support
Technical Resources
- AI Toolkit Access: Curated list of tools, APIs, and resources
- Technical Infrastructure: Cloud credits, API access, development environments
- Design Resources: UI/UX templates, brand assets, presentation materials
Business Support
- Problem Research Pack: Industry reports and trend analyses
- Team Matching Platform: Skills and interest-based networking
- Mentor Network: 20+ industry experts across AI, product, and business
Post-Program Benefits
- Winner Benefits: Cloud credits via partners, access to various funds
- Community Access: Join AI Valley Club network for ongoing collaboration
- Investor Introductions: Direct connections to early-stage AI-focused investors
Success Metrics & Outcomes
Immediate Impact
80%
Validated Concepts
80% of teams achieve problem-solution fit
60%
Team Formation
60% of participants find potential co-founders
40%
Follow-through Rate
40% of projects continue development post-event
Long-term Value
Startup Creation
Target 20% of concepts become formal startups
Funding Success
Alumni raise follow-on capital within 12 months
Community Growth
Self-sustaining city chapters with regular programming
Ready to Transform Your AI Ideas into Validated Businesses?
AI Build Weekend is where founders meet co-founders, problems find solutions, and AI concepts become sustainable businesses.
