Your software moat is dead and AI drank it like a milkshake

by Brian Pitts and Hayley Brooks | at Minnebar 19

The competitive edge your software once held? It’s gone. AI isn’t just knocking on the door—it’s storming the castle. In this talk, we’ll unpack how AI is rapidly commoditizing traditional software advantages, why your once-defensible product features aren’t safe anymore, and what builders and founders need to do to survive (and thrive) in this new era. We’ll explore real-world examples, strategies for building enduring value, and how to turn this existential threat into your next big opportunity.

Join the Communiful founders for this fireside chat you don't want to miss. Hayley and Brian are both multi-exit founders who were pioneers in the application of machine learning and AI in business. After moving to MN in 2024, they have been making waves in the innovation ecosystem with their game-changing events powered by their proprietary AI event management and marketing platform.

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Brian Pitts

Brian is a multi-exit founder and the cofounder of Communiful, the in-person professional social network that has been making waves in the MN innovation ecosystem.

Hayley Brooks

Hayley has founded and exited multiple companies in diverse industries including edtech, event management, and manufacturing. She is currently creating Communiful, which brings together the innovation ecosystem with a belief that creativity thrives when people gather, share ideas, and build in community.


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