AI for Small Business is a weekly one-hour meetup in Chiang Mai for founders and indie hackers exploring AI-powered content, marketing and automation.
Taking place on Sunday, 6 September 2026, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm ICT, this friendly gathering offers practical peer support for people building an online or offline business. Whether you are testing your first idea or already running a small company, the focus is on learning alongside others rather than figuring everything out alone.
What to expect
The meetup combines conversation, collaborative problem-solving and intimate networking. Attendees will explore how AI tools can support key areas of a small business, including:
Generating content more efficiently
Improving marketing without spending heavily on advertising
Automating repetitive business tasks
Testing new ideas and gathering useful feedback
Identifying a niche that customers may be willing to pay for
Finding opportunities to collaborate with other founders and makers
This is also a space to discuss the realities of starting and growing a business. The group encourages participants to share ideas, offer feedback and support one another as projects develop. The format is particularly relevant to small business owners, aspiring founders and indie hackers, with value for both people at the beginning of their journey and those already operating a business.
Venue and community
The session is held downstairs at The Story 106 Co-Working Space & Cafe, 200 Tha Phae Road, Tambon Chang Moi, Mueang Chiang, Chiang Mai. The café setting and limited one-hour format are designed to create a relaxed, close-knit environment for discussion over coffee.
Admission costs 200 THB and includes one free drink. This event runs every Sunday, with the listed weekly series continuing until 12 February 2027.
Explore practical AI strategies for business growth at this recurring meetup in Chiang Mai, open to non-technical attendees. Hosted by Nick F. and AI Engineers in Thailand, the meetup brings together entrepreneurs, business owners, managers and anyone interested in using AI to create measurable business value. Participants will share experiences from solo ventures and established companies, with discussion covering: - Business growth, productivity and competitive advantage - Automation and operational improvements - Customer insights and content creation - AI-assisted decision-making - Lessons from implementing AI in real business contexts No technical background is required; the focus is on practical applications rather than engineering. The page does not list formal speakers or a detailed agenda. This session takes place on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, from 6:00–8:00 PM ICT at 4Seas Nimman, 2/20 Nimmana Haeminda Road, Lane 15, Chiang Mai. Although the title calls it weekly, Meetup lists the event as recurring every two weeks on Wednesdays until 1 January 2027. Register for the meetup
Five-day in-person SEO + AI conference (9–13 Nov 2026) in Chiang Mai — learn AI-driven SEO tactics, automation techniques, and build systems that scale through hands-on workshops, talks, and networking. Designed for agency owners, entrepreneurs, and growth builders, CMSEO brings 800+ practitioners together for tactical sessions on AI in search, workshop-led deep dives, and curated networking to turn insights into repeatable systems. Expect actionable strategies for AI-powered content, automation of SEO workflows, and real-world case studies from leading operators.
Explore practical AI strategies for business growth at 4Seas Nimman in Chiang Mai on 11 November 2026, from 18:00 to 20:00 ICT. This recurring meetup focuses on turning AI’s potential into useful improvements for real businesses,without requiring a technical background. Practical AI for real business challenges The session is designed around open discussion and shared experience rather than abstract theory. Attendees will examine how AI tools and strategies can support growth, productivity and competitive advantage, with an emphasis on practical business value. Topics explored by the group include: - Automating repetitive tasks and business processes - Using AI to develop stronger customer insights - Supporting content creation and everyday marketing work - Improving operations and internal productivity - Applying AI to business analysis and decision-making - Understanding what implementation looks like across different types of companies A central part of the meetup is the opportunity to compare experiences of implementing AI in genuine commercial settings. That includes perspectives from solo ventures as well as established companies, giving participants a chance to learn how different organisations approach adoption, identify useful applications and assess where AI can create a meaningful advantage. Who should attend? This meetup welcomes entrepreneurs, business owners, managers and anyone interested in using AI for business success. No technical background is required: the conversation centres on business outcomes rather than engineering knowledge. It should be especially relevant if you are evaluating AI for your organisation, already testing tools in your workflow, or looking to learn from others facing similar opportunities and implementation questions. Hosted by nick f. through the AI Engineers in Thailand group, the event takes place at 4Seas Nimman, 2/20 Nimmana Haeminda Road, Lane 15, Tambon Su Thep, Chiang Mai 50200. The listing describes an ongoing series scheduled every two weeks on Wednesdays until 1 January 2027, creating a regular space for practical exchange and continued learning. Register for this event on Meetup
Explore and experiment with the week’s latest AI technology at this informal coffee meetup for coders in Chiang Mai on Saturday, 14 November 2026. A weekly space for practical AI exploration AI Engineers Weekly Chiang Mai brings local coders together to discover new developments in AI, discuss what has changed during the week and try the technology for themselves. Rather than following a fixed conference-style programme, the meetup centres on open conversation, experimentation and knowledge-sharing over coffee. The session runs from 10:00 to 12:00 ICT at The Kannas Hotel in Chiang Mai. This event is part of a recurring Saturday series scheduled weekly until 1 January 2027, making it a useful regular touchpoint for anyone who wants to keep pace with a fast-moving field. What to expect During the two-hour meetup, attendees will: - Check out the latest AI technology from the week - Discuss new tools, developments and ideas with other coders - Play around with the technology in an informal setting - Learn from the different experiences and perspectives in the room - Have the opportunity to demonstrate something they have been working with The format is deliberately collaborative: participants can bring discoveries, questions or demos and explore them alongside the group. No named speakers or formal presentations are listed, so the value comes from active discussion and hands-on peer learning rather than a one-way lecture. Who should attend? Coders of all experience levels are welcome. You do not need to be an established AI engineer to take part; the organisers emphasise that everyone can learn from one another. The meetup should be particularly relevant to developers, technical builders and curious programmers who want a regular opportunity to examine current AI technology with other practitioners. If you plan to demo or experiment on your own computer, arrive with it fully charged. The event information specifically notes that charging facilities are not available at the venue. The meetup is hosted by Marcus S. and nick f. for the AI Engineers in Thailand group. The Kannas Hotel is at 308 Lampang–Chiang Mai Superhighway, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50300. Register for AI Engineers Weekly Chiang Mai
IEAI 2027 brings industrial engineering and AI researchers to Chiang Mai, Thailand, from 28–30 April 2027 for three days of research exchange and networking. The 8th International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Artificial Intelligence explores how AI can improve the efficiency, productivity, sustainability and safety of industrial systems. Its programme will combine keynote speeches, technical sessions, workshops and panel discussions, with topics including: - Smart factories, intelligent manufacturing and Industry 4.0 - Robotics and industrial automation - Predictive maintenance and defect detection - AI-driven process optimisation, scheduling and control - Supply-chain and logistics optimisation - Digital twins, simulation and industrial modelling - Quality control, autonomous inspection and hazard prevention The conference is aimed at academics, researchers, engineers, practitioners and industry leaders. Attendees can participate as authors, oral or poster presenters, or listeners. Individual keynote speakers and a detailed agenda have not yet been announced. Submitted papers will undergo peer review by the Technical Committee. Accepted work is scheduled for publication in the conference proceedings and indexing by Ei Compendex and Scopus. The submission deadline is 30 November 2026, with decisions due 30 December 2026 and registration due 30 January 2027. Submit a paper or abstract, or use the listener registration channel, which the event page says remains open until 1 February. Register for IEAI 2027
Learn to build production-ready AI systems in just seven weeks with the AI Engineering Accelerator bootcamp, a hands-on training program that bridges the gap between using AI and building it. Running from June 9 through October 29, 2026, this intensive program combines virtual instruction with a multi-day in-person capstone at the Hyatt Regency Burlingame during ODSC AI West 2026. Designed for professionals ready to move beyond tutorials, the Accelerator provides comprehensive training in the core disciplines of modern AI engineering: large language models (LLMs), agentic AI systems, and production deployment. You'll gain practical experience with the latest tools and frameworks used by leading AI teams, learning not just how to use AI, but how to architect, build, and ship AI-powered applications. Program Structure The bootcamp follows a hybrid learning model that maximizes flexibility while ensuring hands-on engagement. Starting with the Summer Cohort on June 9, you'll participate in virtual training sessions led by experienced AI practitioners. The program culminates in an intensive in-person segment from October 27-29, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency in Burlingame, California, integrated with the main ODSC AI West conference. This dual-format approach allows you to build foundational knowledge remotely while maintaining your current work commitments, then apply those skills in collaborative, hands-on projects during the in-person sessions. You'll also gain full access to ODSC AI West's conference tracks, expo, and networking events. What You'll Learn The curriculum focuses on production-grade AI engineering, covering: - LLM development and deployment — Fine-tuning, prompt engineering, and optimization techniques - Agentic AI systems — Building autonomous agents and workflow automation - AI Engineering fundamentals — MLOps, model serving, monitoring, and scaling - Real-world implementation — Moving from prototype to production with confidence Organized by Open Data Science Conference, which has spent 11 years training thousands of AI engineers and data scientists, the Accelerator draws on ODSC's deep expertise in practical AI education. The program features specialization tracks tailored to different AI engineering domains, allowing you to focus on the areas most relevant to your career goals. Who Should Attend This bootcamp is designed for professionals who already work with AI tools and are rea
