Shape Your AI Future at the Re:Gen AI Event, Sponsored by Enlighten Designs
Curious about AI but not sure where to start? Enlighten Designs is a headline sponsor of the Re:Gen AI event, which brings together industry speakers and the next generation of Waikato talent for a free evening of real talk, live demos, and more.
The next generation of AI talent in the Waikato is looking bright, but this technology is ever-changing, and figuring out where you fit takes more than talent alone. So, what can you do to keep up? Do you see the value in AI but don't know where to start? Not sure how to actually use it in your work? Or just curious, but quietly getting lost in it all? If you need help navigating your AI journey, we've got somewhere for you to start.
Enlighten Designs is proud to be a headline sponsor of the Re:Gen AI event, a free evening in Hamilton created for the next generation of talent who will represent the Waikato in the fields where AI will make a difference. This event isn't just about teaching you the basics of using AI. More than that, it's about showing how AI brings a real edge when it's put to work in everyday, real-world environments.
Here’s everything you need to know:
Date: Friday, 31 July 2026
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Doors Open: 4:45 PM
Location: Waikato Student Union Building, University of Waikato, Hillcrest Road, Hillcrest, Hamilton 3216
Cost: Free
Register: Save your seat here (Registration subject to host approval)
Who This Event Is For
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For high school students looking to get a sense of what tech's future might hold
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For university students who want to learn and experience the power of AI and not just read about it
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For young professionals who have just started their career and want to develop skills before everyone else
No tech knowledge is needed. Seats are filling up in the room, but only for 80 people, so register now to save your spot. Bring your questions, and that’s it.
Meet the Speakers from Enlighten Designs
Rachel Martin, Graduate Developer
Rachel joined Enlighten Designs fresh out of university and now builds software full-time. She learnt these tools on the job and knows exactly where the confusion starts and how to get past it.
Tony Xia, Test Analyst
Tony works in quality assurance at Enlighten and has spent the last year building AI into his daily testing process. He'll show you the unglamorous, practical side of AI work. The kind that actually saves time.
About the Organisers
Re:Gen AI is led by Benny Pan, founder of InspiraEd, alongside The AI Collective and the Singularity AI Club at the University of Waikato. InspiraEd works to give schools, small businesses, and community organisations practical access to AI.
The AI Collective connects people building with AI across New Zealand. Together, they've created Re:Gen AI to give the Waikato's next generation a genuine starting point.
It's Free. Grab a Spot.
Friday 31 July. 5:00 PM. Waikato Student Union Building, University of Waikato. There are 80 seats available; free entry with dinner included. Host approval is required for registration.
Ready to see what AI can really do when it's put to work? Grab your seat, bring your questions, and we'll see you on the 31st of July.
Ready to Take the Next Step in AI?
If you’re keen to take the next big step in your AI journey, both for yourself and your organisation, our expert AI team at Enlighten is here to guide you through
