Harnessing the Agentic Cloud: The Ultimate Edge for Innovators and Entrepreneurs
Friday, October 3, 2025 — HarborWalk Center, College of Charleston
A free afternoon of technology and market leadership for students, entrepreneurs, and innovators.
Choose your path - sharpen your skills for HarborHack or explore digital tools and strategies to accelerate growth.
Why attend?
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Hands-on learning
Sharpen your ability to ideate, prototype, and pitch with expert guidance.
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Expert perspectives
Hear from AWS, Lyzr.ai, Suger, and a mix of founders, VCs, and community leaders.
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Expand your network
Connect with peers, mentors, and leaders driving innovation in Charleston and beyond
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Real customer examples
See how AI agents, cloud solutions, and agentic workflows create competitive advantage across healthcare, agriculture, aviation, and public services.
Track Options
Track 1: HarborHack Skill Builder
Overview: Master the tools and mindset for weekend innovation. Learn AI tool selection, rapid prototyping, and pitch skills through hands-on workshops.
Sessions:
- Ideation Jam - Turn problems into opportunities
- AI Tools Session - Choose and use the right tools for vibe coding
- Pitch Workshop - Present your vision with confidence
Outcomes: Boost your hackathon skills, gain recognition, and build practical experience. Walk into HarborHack 5:30 PM ready to win.
Track 2: Entrepreneur AI & Innovation Workshop
Overview: Discover how entrepreneurs to enterprise businesses leverage AI, multi-agent systems, and cloud innovation to spark growth and scale new ideas.
Sessions:
- Opportunity Mapping - Identify your AI business advantage
- AI Problem Solving - Turn opportunities into solutions customers buy
- Governance & Risk - Deploy safely in highly regulated use cases
- Marketplace Scaling - Distribute and scale compliant solutions profitably
Outcomes: A practical innovation roadmap, founder-tested strategies, and evidence-based insights into unlocking new opportunities. Real customer examples from healthcare, agriculture, aviation, and public services.
🚀 Bridge to HarborHack Weekend
The Friday afternoon learning event (12:30-5:00 PM) prepares you for the hackathon:
- Problem Identification → Find challenges worth solving
- AI Tool Selection → Choose the right tools for vibecoding
- Rapid Prototyping → Turn ideas into demos fast
- Pitch Training → Present your vision effectively
At 5:30 PM, we transition into HarborHack opening with these skills fresh in your mind.
What is Vibecoding?
Vibecoding is the art of collaborating with AI to build software through intuition, conversation, and creative iteration. It's about expressing intent and letting AI help you manifest solutions — turning ideas into working systems through natural interaction.
Event Details
Date & Location
📍 Location: HarborWalk Center, College of Charleston
📅 Date: Friday, October 3, 2025
🚗 Parking: Aquarium Parking Garage
24 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC 29401
Short walk to HarborWalk Center
Agenda
- 12:15 PM --> Doors Open & Registration
- 12:30–1:00 PM --> Welcome & Opening Session
- 1:15–4:30 PM --> Parallel Tracks (Student + Entrepreneur)
- 4:45–5:00 PM --> Closing Reflections
- 5:00–5:30 PM --> Pitch Polish as HarborHack teams arrive
- 5:30 PM --> HarborHack Opening Session
Seats are limited!
Seats are limited — don’t miss this kickoff to Charleston’s biggest hackathon weekend.
FAQ
Who should attend?
- Students preparing for HarborHack who want to sharpen ideation, building, and pitching skills.
- Entrepreneurs, innovators, and small business leaders looking to understand how AI, multi-agent systems, and digital tools can drive growth.
Do I need prior experience?
No. Students will be guided through hackathon prep sessions, and entrepreneurs will gain insights at any stage of their journey.
What is the cost to attend?
Free — thanks to AWS and partner sponsorship.
What should I bring?
- Students: a laptop, charger, and your creativity.
- Entrepreneurs: a notebook or device for taking notes, plus curiosity and questions.
How does this connect to HarborHack?
The Friday afternoon learning event prepares you with AI tools, problem identification skills, and pitch training that directly apply to the HarborHack weekend hackathon starting at 5:30 PM. It's the perfect bridge from learning to building.
Do I have to be competing in HarborHack to attend?
No! The afternoon learning event is valuable for anyone interested in AI innovation, whether you're participating in HarborHack or not. Both tracks offer insights for students and entrepreneurs.
Is this only for tech founders?
Not at all! The entrepreneur track is designed for anyone looking to leverage AI for business growth, regardless of technical background. We cover real examples from healthcare, agriculture, aviation, and public services.
Will I learn things that apply if my business isn't "AI-first"?
Absolutely! The sessions focus on practical AI applications that can enhance any business. You'll see how AI agents and cloud solutions create competitive advantage across traditional industries.
Questions?
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info@gdna.io
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+1 (843) 471-0822