THE REFRACTION AI EXCHANGE™ - ​November 12, 2026
Join Us for a Special Cybersecurity Edition of Refraction's Free Monthly Program for AI Founders, Innovators, and Investors

Join us at the nonprofit Refraction Innovation Hub every second Thursday of the month for The Refraction AI Exchange — a complimentary, all-day event bringing together Northern Virginia's leading AI founders, investors, innovators, and ecosystem builders.

Whether you are building or investing in applied AI, intelligent automation, enterprise AI tools, public-sector AI, or other emerging technologies, the AI Exchange offers free access to:

Community & Space to Innovate  —  Enjoy Refraction’s award-winning, 30,000-square-foot innovation hub and startup support community, conveniently located atop the trophy-class Valo Park complex in Tysons (9:00 am to 8:00 pm)
Programming & Networking  —  Take part in a full day of AI-focused networking and programming opportunities

This month's daylong event includes two special limited-seating programs:

FREE MIDDAY AI WORKSHOP: "Byte-Sized Lunch Lab" by the Refraction Team (12:00 to 1:00 pm)
Join the Refraction team and bring your laptop for a hands-on applied AI workshop where participants will explore practical AI tools and workflows by building something in real time.
Participants will work alongside session leaders to build a functional prototype — such as a personal website, startup landing page, internal tool, or AI-native app concept — before the session ends.
FREE EVENING PROGRAM: "Cybersecurity in the AI Era: How to Secure AI, Strengthen Your Defenses & Counter AI-Powered Threats" (6:30 to 8:30 pm). Featured panelists include:
Blake Duvall — Cybersecurity Leader, The Practical CISO
Carlos Aguayo Gonzalez — Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer, PFP Cybersecurity
Godlove Penn — Founder, Autonomi Security

Register now to attend our November 12 in-person event. As our midday and evening programs have limited seating, please note when signing up, whether you wish to attend our midday workshop, our evening program, or both. 

• Wharton Club Members:
• Lifetime & President's Club Members: You may purchase tickets for yourself and up to 3 guests:
• Other Wharton Club members: May purchase ticket for yourself