Indy Autonomous Challenge to Host AI & Automation Summit at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Moderated by CNBC Anchor & Senior National Correspondent Brian Sullivan

August 29 – Indianapolis IN – An AI & Automation Summit hosted by Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) and moderated by CNBC Senior National Correspondent Brian Sullivan will be held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway the morning of September 6. The summit was organized in partnership with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation.   

This invitation-only summit will convene leading experts, innovators, and policymakers to discuss the future of AI and its impact on the physical world, including autonomous mobility. The event will take place as part of the highly anticipated return of the Indy Autonomous Challenge at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Brian Sullivan, a seasoned CNBC Anchor and Senior National Correspondent, will moderate the summit. Known for his deep understanding of the intersection of technology, business, and policy, Sullivan’s expertise will ensure a dynamic and insightful dialogue among the panelists.

Senior leaders from industry, government and academia will join the panels, including Bridgestone, Stellantis, Salesforce, DoorDash, Beyond Limits AI, dSPACE, Luminar, Korn Ferry, US Department of Defence (DARPA), MIT Lincoln, UC Berkeley, and Politecnico Di Milano. The full summit speaker and topic list can be found here.

“Indy Autonomous Challenge and our university teams are at the forefront of developing and testing AI in the physical world,” said Paul Mitchell, chairman and president of Indy Autonomous Challenge. “This Summit will bring together global thought leaders to discuss how these breakthroughs in Physical AI can be safely and securely deployed to advance autonomous mobility.” 

The Summit will be held in the Gallagher Pavilion at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.  Although the Summit has reached full capacity, media representatives and interested parties may request an invitation to attend, as well as post-event materials and interview opportunities with key participants.

After the conclusion of the Summit, attendees will witness the Indy Autonomous Challenge @ IMS a head-to-head race featuring the world’s fastest autonomous racecars, piloted by AI driver software developed by university teams from around the globe. This event offers a unique glimpse into the future of high-speed autonomous mobility and its potential to revolutionize industries.

Tickets for the autonomous race event are available to the general public and can be purchased on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway website or at the IMS ticket office at 4790 West 16th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46222.

Event Details:

  • Date: Friday, September 6, 2024

  • Time: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

  • Location: Gallagher Pavilion, Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Summit Agenda:

  • 9:00 AM - 9:40 AM: Panel 1 - Emergence of AI in the Physical World

  • 9:45 AM - 10:25 AM: Panel 2 - SIM to REAL: The Metaverse Meets Reality

  • 10:30 AM - 11:10 AM: Panel 3 - Will the Second Wave of Autonomy Lead to Worldwide Adoption?

  • 11:15 AM - 11:30 AM: Fireside Chat - AI Automation & The Race for Human Talent

Race Schedule:

  • 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Opening Ceremony

  • 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM: Time Trials Competition and Head-to-Head Autonomous Race

  • 4:30 PM: Closing Ceremony


For press credentials or additional information, please contact:

Marc Ferlet - Summit Coordinator

Email: marc.ferlet@indyautonomouschallenge.com

Phone: +1 (317) 662-5070

About the IAC:

The Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) is a non-profit corporation based in Indianapolis, Indiana (USA) that organizes racing competitions among university-affiliated teams from around the world. Teams program AI drivers to pilot fully autonomous racecars and compete in a series of history-making events at iconic tracks. The IAC is working to establish a hub for performance automation in the state and is harnessing the power of innovative competitions to attract the best and the brightest minds from around the globe to further state-of-the-art technology in the safety and performance of autonomous vehicles. The IAC started as a $1 million prize competition with 31 university teams signing up to compete more than three years ago, representing top engineering and technology programs from 15 U.S. states and 11 countries. Follow the IAC @IndyAChallenge on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook,& YouTube

About IEDC:

The Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) is charged with growing the State economy, driving economic development, and helping businesses launch, grow and locate in the state. Governed by a 14-member board chaired by Governor Eric J. Holcomb, the IEDC manages many initiatives, including performance-based tax credits, workforce training grants, innovation and entrepreneurship resources, public infrastructure assistance, and talent attraction and retention efforts. For more information about the IEDC, visit iedc.in.gov.