HACKFORT SUBMISSIONS 2027

Hackfort 2027 is looking for tech experts, thought leaders, industry influencers, subject matter experts (SMEs), designers, marketers, and tech enthusiasts to present on topics including technology, design, and marketing.

*If you're a musician -- even if you incorporate cutting edge tech in your set -- please use this form:    

• AI & Machine Learning – Generative AI, multimodal models, AI ethics, bias and governance, AI in industry and automation, explainable AI, and the role of AI in the future of work and education.
• Emerging Tech – Quantum computing, XR and spatial computing, blockchain innovations, evolving metaverse applications, and Web3 and post-Web3 internet trends.
• Connectivity & Infrastructure – 5G and beyond (6G horizons), edge and fog computing, IoT and smart ecosystems, cybersecurity in an AI-driven world, and cloud-native and hybrid cloud innovations.
• Sustainability & Tech for Good – Green tech, climate-positive innovation, sustainable engineering and manufacturing practices, technology’s role in climate resilience, and digital inclusion.
• Gaming & Game Development – AI-powered game design, adaptive storytelling, the future of gaming platforms and virtual worlds, retro gaming and the preservation and evolution of classic games, game development pipelines and tools, ethics and player well-being, and cross-platform or persistent universe gaming.
• Social Media & Digital Culture – Algorithmic influence and content discovery, evolution of online communities and social spaces, digital identity and privacy, the creator economy, monetization trends, and social media’s impact on global movements.
• Design, Creative Tech & Innovation – Graphic design and branding, advanced UI/UX, motion graphics and video production, 3D modeling and animation, virtual production, creative coding, interactive installations, and the intersection of design, technology, and human experience.
• Skills, Craft & Creative Know-How – Got a skill or hard-earned lesson worth sharing? From communication, collaboration, storytelling, and leadership to the practical know-how that helps you make, design, build, pitch, or bring ideas to life. Share what you know, and what you wish someone had taught you sooner.
• Other Frontiers – Data privacy and sovereignty, open-source ecosystems, future of education and learning technologies, space exploration and off-world industries, and robotics and human-robot interaction.

We are considering both individual presenters and panel presentations. In this submission form, tell us about yourself, your work, and your pitch for a panel, presentation, lightning talk, or booth at Hackfort 2027.   

Hackfort Interactive Space Booths      As part of the submission process, you can propose hosting a booth in the Hackfort Interactive Space. Booths should be interactive and engaging, giving attendees the chance to experience something unique that they can’t see or try every day, whether that’s a hands-on demo, prototype, experiment, or immersive activity.   

Key Dates

• Submissions due: Saturday, January 30, 2027
• Kickoff Party: Thursday, April 1st 2027
• Hackfort Sessions: Friday & Saturday, April 2nd and April 3rd

Benefits for Presenters & Booth Hosts

• Opportunity to present or exhibit at Hackfort 2027
• Hackfort badge and 5-day Treefort Music Fest wristband (+$350 value)
• Access to Treefort Artist Hospitality Lounge
• Great networking opportunities
• Eternal glory as part of Hackfort history

Please note that if accepted, the information you submit here may be used on Treefort Music Fest's website and app, as well as in various marketing materials.

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