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Community for thinkers, builders, and artists

WHERE AI
AMPLIFIES
YOUR GENIUS

AI Salon is where leaders and explorers gather to unlock the potential of generative AI. We’re creating a space to learn, create, and advocate—together.

Our Mission: Practice the Cycle of AI Readiness

Our members are AI leaders as entrepreneurs, and inside their organizations, because they embraced generative AI early and played first, mindfully created, and now they generously lead—learning out loud, supporting others, and becoming go-to voices in a world hungry for AI understanding.

Here’s how we do it

Play First joyfully exploring generative AI, gaining the knowledge and inspiration to…📷

Mindfully Create surprising ourselves and powerfully meeting challenges, unleashing us to…

GENEROUSLY LEAD others, enriching lives, redefining what’s possible, and unlocking a new era of human achievement.

UPCOMING
EVENTS

AI Salon Office Hours/Meet and Greet

AI Salon Office Hours/Meet and Greet

Oct 17 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Office hours will be your favorite hour of the week. It is a standing Friday meeting where AI Salon members share what they are working on, ask questions, support one another, and welcome new people into the AI conversation. Hosted by AI Salon co-Founder, Kyle Shannon, this is a vibrant conversation that sends you into the weekend with a bang.
AI Salon

AI Salon

Host

LOL: How to use connectors in ChatGPT

LOL: How to use connectors in ChatGPT

Oct 18 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Connect your tools. Get answers with context. In this Learn Out Loud, Kellye Kamp shows you how connectors in ChatGPT hook into apps you already use, pull the right info, and save you time. Expect live examples, gotchas to avoid, and a simple setup checklist. Bring questions.
Vikki Baptiste

Vikki Baptiste

Host

AI Salon Office Hours/Meet and Greet

AI Salon Office Hours/Meet and Greet

Oct 24 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Office hours will be your favorite hour of the week. It is a standing Friday meeting where AI Salon members share what they are working on, ask questions, support one another, and welcome new people into the AI conversation. Hosted by AI Salon co-Founder, Kyle Shannon, this is a vibrant conversation that sends you into the weekend with a bang.
AI Salon

AI Salon

Host

Latest From
The Community

LATEST
POLICY

Urge Governor Hochul to Veto the RAISE Act!

September 2025
Policy & Civic Engagement

Artificial intelligence has the potential to drive extraordinary benefits across sectors. But poorly designed regulation could unintentionally stifle innovation while failing to prevent real harms. SB 1047, currently under consideration in the California Senate, reflects this tension.

Read the full brief
Urge Governor Hochul to Veto the RAISE Act!

WHAT WE
VALUE

The AI Salon is a community of artists, technologists, and advocates shaping AI through creative conversation.

01

Curiosity

We are eager to ask the obvious questions, learn new things, and experiment, experiment, experiment. Our relentless quest for adventure and exploration ignites our inner spark, transforming our curiosity into unexpected discoveries and newfound passions.

02

Playfulness

We value creativity, joy, and the freedom to experiment. We Play First and transform learning into a captivating journey. We collaborate and Mindfully Create together when we can, to learn more, make friends and develop new circles of trust. Remember, “All work and no play” is how we did things before the Salon!

03

Empathy

We are respectful, inclusive, and kind. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that our differences make us stronger. We accept that people might be afraid and angry and we work to understand them. We actively practice gratitude and acknowledge the efforts and successes of those around us. Humans matter.

04

Generosity

We are willing to share our resources, feedback, and wisdom with others, and support each other’s growth & development. There is so much happening, and so much to learn, we can’t possibly keep up with it all. Understand that even if something is obvious to you, it might be a profound revelation to someone else. Learn out loud. Share what you know. Generously Lead!

05

Create Excellence

It is no longer enough to dabble in AI. As models get better for everyone, the only ones who rise are those who dare to create at a higher ideal. Create Excellence is the everyday practice of pursuing an idea, setting your own standard, and holding that point of view as you guide the tools to meet it. Be brave enough to make something you’re excited to share. Then launch it, not for the applause, but for the unshakable joy of sharing something that is true to you.

Since May 2023, I’ve invested more than 4,000 hours learning, experimenting, and applying AI through the AI Salon community. What began as nightly sessions quickly evolved into a professional and personal transformation. The consistency of showing up, collaborating, and applying new ideas in real time has sharpened my skills and completely changed how I think and operate in business. AI Salon has been more than a learning space—it’s been an accelerator for growth, connection, and real-world execution. Its structure, culture of generosity, and commitment to hands-on experimentation have directly influenced the way I serve my clients and lead my company. While the community is the heartbeat of the experience, much of its strength comes from Kyle Shannon’s leadership—his vision, curiosity, and willingness to invite others to learn alongside him set the standard for what collaborative innovation looks like. AI Salon didn’t just expand my knowledge of AI; it expanded what I believed was possible for my career and my life.
— Kellye Kamp
“Being part of the AI Salon has truly changed my life for the better. Kyle Shannon and the amazing community he has built have opened doors I never imagined. The weekly meetings, resources, and workshops are filled with real knowledge and genuine support. What makes the AI Salon stand out is the people. Everyone is so open to teaching, sharing, and helping others grow. I have made connections that inspire me daily and remind me that collaboration and generosity of spirit are what drive real progress.”
— Daniele H.
“In a time where a lot of folks are all about “me”…this group is all about “we.” It’s beautiful. Everyone here reinforces the change I feel, see, and experience daily in the world of AI.”
— Erica Hanna

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Salon

Be part of a global community exploring AI with curiosity, creativity, and purpose.